The Melbourne Storm will look to continue their push towards the finals when travelling to face the Sydney Roosters at Allianz Stadium on Friday night. 

The Storm’s season remains alive after a thrilling yet controversial 22-18 win over the Titans on Sunday. 

Meanwhile, the Roosters are among Penrith's biggest premiership challengers and remain level on points with the second-placed Warriors after defeating the Eels 28-12 on Saturday. 

Origin stars Reece Robson and Sam Walker are back for Trent Robinson, along with Nat Butcher, who returns from suspension. 

Robert Toia is listed among the reserves, while James Tedesco and Lindsay Collins remain sidelined with concussion. 

Craig Bellamy will be missing Jahrome Hughes and Joe Chan due to injury. Oryn Keeley and Harry Grant come into the starting side, while winger Moses Leo returns from a head knock. 

The Storm won 18-4 when these sides met in Round 13 earlier this season. Can they run it back here?

For the latest team news, analysis, and expert insights ahead of this match, check out our Roosters vs Storm tips and predictions below!

Roosters vs Storm Prediction and Betting Tips 

Head-to-Head Prediction 

NRL Round 20 will serve up an absolute beauty under Friday night lights when the Sydney Roosters welcome the Melbourne Storm to Allianz Stadium.

One of the great modern rivalries, these two teams have been at each other’s throats over the last decade.

A few months ago, this would have been an epic mismatch with the Storm languishing near the foot of the ladder. However, they’ve won six of their last eight to rocket back into finals contention. 

The official team lists will shed more light on this one, with the potential participation of Roosters skipper James Tedesco the biggest question mark hanging over this contest.

The reigning Dally M medallist failed a HIA during Origin Game 3 and is in doubt for this one. 

Melbourne have injury problems of their own however, with news breaking that their own Origin star, Cameron Munster is set to miss the next six weeks with a knee problem. 

This would be a statement win for the Storm and a warning shot to the rest of the competition; however, we are doubtful they will be able to get it done here on the road without their main man Munster. 

Betting tip: Sydney Roosters. 

First Try Scorer Prediction 

One of the games greatest ever try scorers with an insane record at this particular stadium? Yes please! 

Daniel Tupou has scored at least one try in each of Sydney's last 10 matches at Allianz Stadium against opponents that were ranked lower on the ladder and goes straight in as our first try scorer for this match. 

Betting tip: Daniel Tupou. 

Over/Under Prediction 

Each of Sydney's last seven matches as a favourite have gone under the total match points line.

Betting tip: Under (44.5) total match points. 

Line Prediction

Melbourne has covered the line in each of their last six away matches against Sydney.

Betting tip: Storm (+11.5) line. 

Roosters vs Storm Anytime Try Scorer Betting Tips 

Will Warbrick

Will Warbrick has scored at least one try in each of Melbourne's last five matches.

Hugo Savala

Hugo Savala has scored at least one try in four of his last five home appearances.

Moses Leo

Moses Leo has scored at least one try in five of his last six appearances.

Billy Smith

Billy Smith has scored at least one try in each of Sydney's last three matches.

Roosters vs Storm Teams 

Sydney Roosters Team List 

1. Cody Ramsay

2. Daniel Tupou

3. Billy Smith

4. Hugo Savala

5. Mark Nawaqanitawase

6. Daly Cherry-Evans (c)

7. Sam Walker

8. Naufahu Whyte 

9. Reece Robson

10. Spencer Leniu

11. Nat Butcher

12. Siua Wong

13. Victor Radley

14. Connor Watson 

15. Salesi Foketi

16. Egan Butcher

17. Taylor Losalu

18. Rex Bassingthwaighte

Melbourne Storm Team List 

1. Sua Fa’alogo

2. Will Warbrick

3. Jack Howarth

4. Nick Meaney

5. Moses Leo

6. Tyran Wishart

7. Trent Toelau

8. Stefano Utoikamanu 

9. Harry Grant (c)

10. Josh King

11. Cooper Clark

12. Oryn Keeley

13. Trent Loiero

14. Gabriel Satrick

15. Jack Hetherington

16. Josiah Pahulu

17. Alec MacDonald

18. Stanley Huen

Roosters vs Storm Match Details 

Date: Friday, July 17, 2026. 

Kick-off: 8:00pm AEST. 

Location: Allianz Stadium, Sydney.