The Warriors take on the Dolphins in what will be a match between a team starting the season strong and a team with the underdog spirit.

Sitting in the top four, the Warriors did enough to survive the Gold Coast Titans, racing out to a 22-0 lead before countering a fightback to win 28-20.

In Darwin, the Dolphins nearly caused an upset over the Panthers, but they were cruelled with a 23-22 loss by Nathan Cleary. 

This game will be telling to see who will survive the contest in Wellington. 

For the latest news, odds and analysis ahead of this match, check out our Warriors vs Dolphins tips and predictions below.

New Zealand Warriors vs The Dolphins Prediction and Betting Tips

Head-to-Head Prediction

This ANZAC Round clash has some notable gaps in each side.

For the Warriors, Taine Tuaupiki returns to playing fullback after Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad was ruled out with a neck injury.

The night carries extra significance for five-eighth Chanel Harris-Tavita, who will play his 100th NRL game.

The Dolphins will miss Kodi Nikorima for the Dolphins, with Bradley Schnedier stepping into the five-eighth role.

Although the Dolphins have defeated the Warriors in New Zealand previously, it’s hard to go against the home side to win on home soil, who are also one of the best teams in the league.

Betting tip: New Zealand Warriors.

First Try Scorer Prediction

Jake Averillo has scored at least one try in each of the Dolphins' last four matches as underdogs.

The Warriors have allowed opponents to score 33% of tries on their right edge, and Jake Averillo has the ability to play off the back of his spine setting up a sequence to get through their opponents line. 

Betting tip: Jake Averillo.

Over/Under Prediction

Four of New Zealand's last five home matches have gone under the total match points line.

Betting tip: Under (49.5) total match points.

Line Prediction

New Zealand has failed to cover the line in six of its last seven home matches following a win.

Betting tip: Dolphins (+5.5) line.

Warriors vs Dolphins Anytime Try Scorer Betting Tips

Taine Tuaupiki

In four of the Dolphins' last five matches as underdogs, the opposition's starting fullback has scored at least one try.

Dallin Watene-Zelezniak 

Dallin Watene-Zelezniak has scored at least one try in each of New Zealand's last three matches.

Jamayne Issako

Jamayne Isaako has scored at least one try in four of his five previous appearances in New Zealand.

Herbie Farnworth

Herbie Farnworth has scored a try in each of his last six appearances against opponents that were ranked in the top four.

Warriors vs Dolphins Teams

New Zealand Warriors Team List

1. Taine Tuaupiki

2. Dallin Watene-Zelezniak

3. Roger Tuivasa-Sheck

4. Ali Leiataua

5. Alofiana Khan-Pereira

6. Chanel Harris-Tevita

7. Tanah Boyd

8. James Fisher-Harris (c)

9. Wayde Egan

10. Jackson Ford

11. Leka Halasima

12. Kurt Capewell

13. Erin Clark

14. Sam Healey

15. Mitchell Barnett

16. Demitric Vaimauga

17. Jacob Laban

18. Marata Niukore

The Dolphins Team List

1. Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow

2. Jamayne Isaako

3. Jake Averillo

4. Herbie Farnworth

5. Selwyn Cobbo

6. Brad Schneider

7. Isaiya Katoa (c)

8. Tom Gilbert (c)

9. Max Plath

10. Francis Molo

11. Connelly Lemuelu

12. Kulikefu Finefeuiaki

13. Morgan Knowles

14. Ray Stone

15. Tom Flegler

16. Felise Kaufusi

17. Trai Fuller

18. Lewis Symonds

Warriors vs Dolphins Match Details

Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026.

Kick-off: 6:05pm AEDT.

Location: Hnry Stadium, Wellington.