St George Illawarra Dragons vs Melbourne Storm Tips and Prediction

Andrew Hendrie

Editor

Last updated: 1 hour ago

Add to Calendar

Share

Andrew Hendrie 1 hour ago

Share this article

Dragons struggle with consistency; Storm strong in dry conditions.
Storm boast 11 consecutive wins in dry day games, averaging 45 points.
Lisati in form and Storm favored with a -7.5 line count.
The game is scheduled for kick off at 5.30pm AEDT on Saturday March 14

Dragons host Storm on Saturday (Photo by Getty Images)

St George Illawarra Dragons vs Melbourne Storm Tips and Prediction

Melbourne opened the season by putting 50 points on Parramatta and now get a matchup that looks far more comfortable on paper.

St George Illawarra Dragons vs Melbourne Storm Tips and Prediction
How this game shapes up
Best Bets
Storm -7.5
Ativalu Lisati Anytime Tryscorer
What could go wrong?

How this game shapes up

The Dragons showed plenty of effort in their Vegas opener but their attack looked blunt when the game was there to be won.

Kyle Flanagan and Daniel Atkinson struggled to create opportunities and most sets ended with safe kicks that didn’t really challenge the defence.

That style of attack is unlikely to trouble Melbourne.

The Storm looked incredibly sharp in Round 1 with strong ball control and attacking execution. In dry day conditions they have been dominant, consistently putting big scores on opponents.

Best Bets

Storm -7.5

Melbourne have covered this line in their last three wins and their record in dry day games is outstanding. If the Dragons struggle to generate attacking pressure again, the Storm should be able to pull away.

Ativalu Lisati Anytime Tryscorer

The Storm right edge has been extremely productive and Lisati steps straight into that role. He scored last week against Parramatta and should see opportunities again if Melbourne’s attack clicks.

What could go wrong?

The Dragons managed two surprise wins over Melbourne last season and WIN Stadium can be a tricky venue when the home crowd gets involved.

If St George Illawarra can slow the game down and control possession, they could keep the scoreboard tighter than expected.

Verdict

St George Illawarra Dragons v Melbourne Storm

Melbourne’s attack and discipline should be too much for the Dragons, with the Storm running away with this in dry conditions.

Storm -7.5

Line

@17/20 - 3 Units

Download the dabble app

with referral code BETSAU

Download the dabble app, enter referral code BETSAU to enjoy Dabble, the betting app with a difference! Bet as normal with & also be part of Australia's betting community where you can follow punters and sports stars, copy their bets, have banter with your mates & watch Sky Racing channels. 18+. T&Cs apply. What are you prepared to lose today? Set a deposit limit.

Bet at dabble

Dragons Under 18.5

Total Team Points

@7/8 - 2 Units

Take it to the Neds Level

Register with code BLACKBOOK

The Neds.com.au code is BLACKBOOK. 18+ only. T&Cs apply. WHAT ARE YOU REALLY GAMBLING WITH? Set a deposit limit.

Bet at Neds

Ativalu Lisati

Anytime Tryscorer

@9/2 - 1 Unit

Australia's #1 bookmaker

Use the code "BLACKBOOK"

The Ladbrokes.com.au code is BLACKBOOK. 18+ only. T&Cs apply. WHAT ARE YOU REALLY GAMBLING WITH? Set a deposit limit.

Bet at Ladbrokes Australia

Ativalu Lisati

First Tryscorer

@28/1 - 1 Unit

Download the dabble app

with referral code BETSAU

Download the dabble app, enter referral code BETSAU to enjoy Dabble, the betting app with a difference! Bet as normal with & also be part of Australia's betting community where you can follow punters and sports stars, copy their bets, have banter with your mates & watch Sky Racing channels. 18+. T&Cs apply. What are you prepared to lose today? Set a deposit limit.

Bet at dabble