The high-flying Newcastle Knights will look to secure a fourth straight victory when they host the Parramatta Eels at McDonald Jones Stadium on Saturday. 

The Knights have scored 122 points across the three matches since regaining Kalyn Ponga, with their most recent performance being a 36-12 win over the Titans at Magic Round. 

Ponga’s outstanding form has earned him the Queensland fullback role ahead of Reece Walsh, and Knights fans will now hope he and Jacob Saifiti can back it up just two days later against the Eels. 

Parramatta return from the bye looking to rebound from a disappointing 34-8 loss to Melbourne during Magic Round. 

The Eels were dealt a major blow with Mitchell Moses suffering a hamstring injury during New South Wales camp, with Junior Paulo also facing an extended stint on the sidelines following knee surgery. However, Jason Ryles does regain fullback Isaiah Iongi alongside Kitione Kautoga. 

The Eels have won eight of the past nine meetings between the sides, including a dominant 66-10 victory late last season. That being said, they are at long odds to make it nine from 10 here.

For the latest news, odds and analysis ahead of this Saturday showdown, check out our Knights vs Eels tips and predictions below.

Knights vs Eels Prediction and Betting Tips 

Head-to-Head Prediction 

This season’s surprise packets Newcastle look to continue solidifying their reputation as one of the most dangerous attacking teams in the land when they welcome Parramatta to McDonald Jones Stadium on Saturday. 

Early news out of NSW Origin camp is that Eels star Mitchell Moses is in doubt for Game I meaning he has almost zero chance of backing up for this game, if he does play. 

The Eels have struggled with Moses on deck this year and we all know how they go without him, so we’re not exactly champing at the bit to tip a Blue and Gold ambush here. 

They could potentially have a peak if Ponga doesn’t pull up 100% from Wednesday, but even so, we don’t fancy Parra’s chances of an upset on the road.

Betting tip: Newcastle Knights. 

First Try Scorer Prediction 

For the first time in a while we’re not going to take the free-scoring Greg Marzhew in this market.

Surprisingly, we’re going to be taking a Parra player here, based purely on their record against Newcastle. 

Josh Addo-Carr has scored two or more tries in two of his last three appearances against Newcastle and as a result is our pick for first try scorer on Saturday. 

Betting tip: Josh Addo-Carr.

Over/Under Prediction 

Eight of Newcastle's last nine matches as a favourite have gone under the total match points line.

Betting tip: Under (53.5) total match points. 

Line Prediction

Newcastle has failed to cover the line in six of its last seven matches when playing with a rest disadvantage against Parramatta.

Betting tip: Eels (+14.5) line. 

Knights vs Eels Anytime Try Scorer Betting Tips 

Dominic Young

Dominic Young has scored at least one try in nine of his last 10 appearances with his team as a home favourite.

Tallyn Da Silva

Tallyn Da Silva has scored a try in three of his four previous away appearances in the starting lineup.

Dylan Brown

Dylan Brown has scored a try in four of his last five appearances with his team as a home favourite.

Sean Russell

Sean Russell has scored a try in three of Parramatta's last four matches outside of Sydney.

Dylan Lucas

Dylan Lucas has scored a try in each of his last two appearances with Newcastle as a home favourite.

Joash Papalii

Joash Papalii has scored a try in each of Parramatta's last two matches.

Knights vs Eels Teams 

Newcastle Knights Team List 

1. Kalyn Ponga

2. Dominic Young 

3. Dane Gagai

4. Fletcher Sharpe

5. Greg Marzhew

6. Sandon Smith

7. Dylan Brown

8. Jacob Saifiti

9. Phoenix Crossland

10. Trey Mooney

11. Dylan Lucas

12. Jermaine McEwen

13. Mat Croker

14. Harrison Graham 

15. Tyson Frizell

16. Pasami Saulo

17. Cody Hopwood

18. Thomas Cant

Parramatta Eels Team List 

1. Isaiah Iongi 

2. Brian Kelly

3. Jordan Samrani

4. Sean Russell

5. Josh Addo-Carr

6. Joash Papali'i

7. Ronald Volkman

8. Luca Moretti

9. Tallyn Da Silva

10. Jack Williams (c)

11. Kelma Tuilagi

12. Kitione Kautoga

13. Jack De Bellin

14. Dylan Walker

15. Charlie Guymer

16. Toni Mataele

17. Harrison Edwards

18. Apa Twidle

Knights vs Eels Match Details 

Date: Saturday, May 30, 2026. 

Kick-off: 3:00pm AEST. 

Location: McDonald Jones Stadium, Newcastle.