Melbourne Storm vs North Queensland Cowboys Prediction – Round 14 2025

Melbourne return to AAMI Park in Round 14, looking to build on their gritty win over the Titans and improve on their impeccable record at home. 

While the Storm walked away with the points, their recent form still leaves room for improvement.

North Queensland found a way to close out a nervy contest last week — but it was far from convincing.

Despite their much-needed win, the Cowboys face a massive challenge against the Storm side in Melbourne, which is never easy, and the odds are stacked high once again.

Here’s how the Storm and Cowboys line up for this clash, as well as some betting tips for the H2H, first try scorer, and over/under markets. This is our Storm vs Cowboys prediction.

Storm vs Cowboys Team Lists

 

Melbourne Storm Predicted Team List

1. Ryan Papenhuyzen

2. Grant Anderson

3. Jack Howarth

4. Nick Meaney

5. Xavier Coates 

6. Cameron Munster

7. Jahrome Hughes 

8. Stefano Utoikamanu

9. Harry Grant

10. Josh King 

11. Shawn Blore

12. Eli Katoa 

13. Trent Loiero

14. Tyran Wishart

15. Nelson Asofa-Solomona

16. Tui Kamikamica

17. Joe Chan

North Queensland Cowboys Predicted Team List

1. Scott Drinkwater

2. Robert Derby 

3. Zac Laybutt

4.Villami Vailea

5. Murray Taulagi

6. Jaxon Purdue 

7. Tom Dearden

8. Jordan McLean

9. Reece Robson 

10. Jason Taumalolo

11. John Bateman

12. Jeremiah Nanai

13. Reuben Cotter

14. Harrison Edwards

15. Kai O’Donnell

16. Griffin Neame

17. Coen Hess

Storm vs Cowboys Prediction and Betting Tips

 

Head-to-Head Prediction

The Storm have been rock-solid at AAMI Park this season, and while their attack has looked clunky at times, their defensive standards remain high. 

Melbourne will want to lift their polish with ball in hand, and against a Cowboys outfit that has struggled for consistency on the road, this is the perfect opportunity.

North Queensland scraped through against the Tigers but were lucky to escape after almost squandering a big lead. 

Against Melbourne, any lapses in discipline or defence will be punished.

At home, and with more trust in their systems — we expect Melbourne to get the job done.

Betting tip: Melbourne Storm

 

First Try Scorer Prediction

Sua Faalogo shapes as a top candidate on Melbourne’s right edge. 

His combination with Hughes and Meaney has looked dangerous, and with the Cowboys’ left-side defence showing signs of vulnerability, he could be the one to open the scoring just like he did against the Titans in round 13.

Betting tip: Sualauvi Faalogo first try scorer.

 

Over/Under Prediction

This is a high line. While both sides have strike power, Melbourne's defence at AAMI Park usually keeps scores down — and Craig Bellamy will want to see more discipline and control this week.

North Queensland can post points, but they'll need to fight for territory against a Storm side that controls the ruck better than most. 

Unless both teams find top attacking gear, this feels more like a tactical battle than a shootout.

Betting tip: Under total match points.

Storm vs Cowboys Match Details

 

Date: Friday June 6

Kick-off: 6:00pm AEST

Location: AAMI Park, Melbourne