Knights vs. Panthers Predictions

The NRL continues with Round 8 action between the Knights vs. Panthers on Sunday, April 26 at 2:00pm at McDonald Jones Stadium.

It’s a one-sided betting market with the Panthers expected to prevail on the road.

Best Bet

Panthers –13.5 @ $1.90

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The Panthers currently lead the competition after a tough win over the Dolphins last week, and although that was a fatiguing game, they have had time to recover.

Newcastle has a shocking record against the team leading the comp, having lost their last 21 games. That’s not a good stat for the home side, and after getting run over by the Roosters in the second half last week, their confidence levels won’t be high.

The Panthers won 48-12 at McDonald Jones Stadium last year, and we could see a similar result. They have too much class for the Knights, who have done well considering their injury toll, but it could take its toll on Sunday.

Our NRL picks have the Panthers winning by at least 20 points, so take the –13.5 line.

Same Game Multi

Panthers -13.5, Dylan Edwards Anytime Try Scorer, Thomas Jenkins 2+ Tries, Over 50.5 @ $9.00

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Dylan Edwards is enjoying a good try-scoring streak with a try in three consecutive games. The Panthers’ fullback inserts himself into the attacking line, and Newcastle’s defence is likely to let him in at $1.97 odds.

Thomas Jenkins leads the try scorers list, having scored 12 tries from his last five games. It’s an incredible run from the winger, who has also become an aerial threat. Punters get $2.20 for Jenkins to score 2+ tries, which is a good boost for NRL SGM odds.

Our final score prediction has the Panthers winning 40-16, so we’re including over 50.5 points in our multi. It should be high-scoring contest with plenty of excitement.

Best Value Bet

Thomas Jenkins First Try Score @ $6.00

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It’s rare to see a player paying $6 in first try scorer betting markets, but it shows how dominant Jenkins has been in 2026.

He was once struggling to get a start, and now he’s leading the ranks, and we can’t see him slowing down anytime soon.

We expect Jenkins to get the Panthers off to a flying start, and the $6 odds are worth taking as a value bet.

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