The New Zealand Warriors head into round 7 with genuine momentum after a dominant win over the Melbourne Storm, returning home and keen to build on what is shaping as a promising 2026 campaign under Andrew Webster.

The Gold Coast Titans, meanwhile, arrive in Auckland off the back of a stunning result of their own, piling on 52 points against the Eels last weekend, with Keano Kini the standout performer for Josh Hannay’s side.

It shapes as a fascinating battle between two in-form teams, with the Warriors’ powerful forward pack of James Fisher-Harris and Jackson Ford set to clash against a Titans outfit that showed real attacking intent in their big win in round 6.

The Warriors will welcome back Kurt Capewell from a five-game calf injury absence, though they will be without Tanner Stowers-Smith through a hamstring complaint.

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

New Zealand Warriors vs Gold Coast Titans Prediction and Betting Tips

Head-to-Head Prediction

The head-to-head record makes for sobering reading for Warriors fans, with the Titans having won six of their last eight meetings between the two sides, including three straight games in Auckland.

It’s a remarkable run that gives Gold Coast real belief heading into Saturday.

The Warriors, however, will draw enormous confidence from their upset win over the Storm, with Tanah Boyd pulling the strings brilliantly in attack and the home crowd set to provide an electric atmosphere for what shapes as a genuine contest.

Gold Coast’s record against the Warriors on a Saturday is particularly telling, winning four of the last five encounters on that day of the week, suggesting this is a match-up the Titans have consistently prepared well for regardless of venue or conditions.

We predict the Warriors to turn a new leaf in the matchup against the Titans, this time returning to their fortress and defending their turf with confidence that the Titans have not built consistently this season.

Betting tip: New Zealand Warriors.

First Try Scorer Prediction

With the Warriors likely to dominate territory through their forward pack, the barnstorming prop Jackson Ford could be the first to crash over from close range if the Warriors get on top of the wrestle early.

Betting tip: Jackson Ford.

Over/Under Prediction

Three of the last five meetings between these two sides have gone over the total match points.

Betting tip: Over (49.5) total match points.

Line Prediction

New Zealand has failed to cover the line in each of its last eight home matches following an away win.

Betting tip: Titans (+10.5) line.

Warriors vs Titans Anytime Try Scorer Betting Tips

Dallin Watene-Zelezniak

Dallin Watene-Zelezniak has scored seven tries in his last six games.

Roger Tuivasa-Sheck

Roger Tuivasa-Sheck looms as the x-factor, crossing over the line for the first time this season against the Storm, and historically, he has scored nine tries in his last 12 games against the Gold Coast Titans.

Keano Kini

If Keano Kini has the ball in his hands the way he did against the Eels, he could have a x-factor moment similar to Roger Tuivasa-Sheck against the Storm last week and score his first try of the season, with his speed and ability to be creative on the attack.

Jayden Campbell

Jayden Campbell has scored five tries this season, with two games where he has scored two tries, one of those times occurring in the last round.

Warriors vs Titans Teams

New Zealand Warriors Team List

1. Taine Tuaupiki

2. Dallin Watene-Zelezniak

3. Roger Tuivasa-Sheck

4. Adam Pompey

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. Marata Niukore

16. Demitric Vaimauga

17. Jacob Laban

18. Luke Hanson

Gold Coast Titans Team List

1. Keano Kini

2. Sialetili Faeamani

3. Jojo Fifita

4. AJ Brimson

5. Phillip Sami

6. Lachlan Ilias

7. Jayden Campbell

8. Kurtis Morrin

9. Sam Verrills 

10. Tino Fa’asuamaleaui (c)

11. Arama Hau

12. Beau Fermor

13. Chris Randall

14. Oliver Pascoe

15. Cooper Bai

16. Moeaki Fotuaika

17. Adam Christensen

18. Jaylan De Groot

Warriors vs Titans Match Details

Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026.

Kick-off: 3:00pm AEDT.

Location: Go Media Stadium, Auckland.