NRL 2026 team lists: Every club’s predicted lineup for Round 13

A swathe of stars will be hoping to back up from State of Origin Game I, but as usual many will no doubt drop out later in the week.

Round 13 begins with the battle of the beaches on Friday night as the Sharks host the high-flying Sea Eagles who are chasing their eighth win from nine matches under Kieran Foran.

Saturday sees three matches headlined by the Storm-Roosters clash in Melbourne, while the weekend will close out with a top-of-the-table clash between the Panthers and Warriors on Sunday night.

The Dolphins, Titans and Rabbitohs have a bye.

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NRL 2026 – ROUND 13Cronulla Sharks vs. Manly Sea Eagles(Friday, May 29 at Ocean Protect Stadium, 8:00pm AEST)

Cronulla predicted team:

1. Will Kennedy 
2. Sam Stonestreet
3. Jesse Ramien 
4. KL Iro
5. Ronaldo Mulitalo
6. Braydon Trindall 
7. Nicho Hynes
8. Addin Fonua-Blake* 
9. Blayke Brailey*
10. Toby Rudolf
11. Briton Nikora*
12. Teig Wilton 
13. Jesse Colquhoun

14. Siosifa Talakai
15. Billy Burns
16. Thomas Hazelton 
17. Hohepa Puru
17. Mawene Hiroti
19. Jayden Berrell

Sharks team news: 

Jayden Berrell is set to be replaced at No.9 by returning skipper Blayke Brailey.

Addin Fonua-Blake and Briton Nikora could also be backing up just 48 hours after Origin I but it wouldn’t surprise to see one, if not both, rested.

Sione Katoa (ankle) is getting close to a return as the Sharks’ backline stocks start to look a whole lot healthier.

Manly predicted team:

1. Clayton Faulalo
2. Jason Saab
3. Tolu Koula* 
4. Reuben Garrick
5. Lehi Hopoate
6. Luke Brooks
7. Jamal Fogarty
8. Taniela Paseka 
9. Brandon Wakeham 
10. Ethan Bullemor
11. Haumole Olakau’atu* 
12. Kobe Hetherington
13. Jake Trbojevic (c)

14. Jake Simpkin 
15. Nathan Brown
16. Jackson Shereb
17. Blake Wilson
18. Simione Laiafi
19. Joey Walsh

Sea Eagles team news:

Haumole Olakau’atu and Tolu Koula will be looking to back up from Origin, while Lehi Hopoate returns from a one-week suspension.

Ben Trbojevic is out after suffering a Cat 1 concussion against the Titans.

The impressive Clayton Faulalo will continue to deputise at fullback with Tom Trbojevic (hamstring) still on the sidelines.

Newcastle Knights vs. Parramatta Eels(Saturday, May 30 at GIO Stadium, 3:00pm AEST)

Newcastle predicted team:

1. Kalyn Ponga*
2. Dominic Young 
3. Dane Gagai
4. Fletcher Hunt
5. Greg Marzhew
6. Fletcher Sharpe
7. Dylan Brown
8. Jacob Saifiti*
9. Phoenix Crossland
10. Trey Mooney
11. Dylan Lucas
12. Jermaine McEwen
13. Mat Croker

14. Sandon Smith
15. Tyson Frizell
16. Pasami Saulo
17. Cody Hopwood
18. Harrison Graham 
20. Francis Manuleleua

Knights team news:

Bradman Best (calf) remains out with Fletcher Hunt set to stay in the centres.

Assuming they pull up okay after Origin, Kalyn Ponga will be back in the No.1 jersey while Jacob Saifiti should return to the front row.

Parramatta predicted team:

1. Isaiah Iongi 
2. Joash Papali’i
3. Jordan Samrani
4. Sean Russell
5. Josh Addo-Carr
6. Jonah Pezet
7. Mitchell Moses*
8. Luca Moretti
9. Tallyn Da Silva
10. Junior Paulo
11. Kelma Tuilagi
12. Jack Williams
13. Jack De Bellin

14. Dylan Walker
15. Sam Tuivaiti 
16. Toni Mataele
17. Charlie Guymer
18. Apa Twidle
19. Brian Kelly

Eels team news:

Jonah Pezet and Isaiah Iongi are strong chances to return to the Eels backline. If they do, coach Jason Ryles could face a tricky choice of what to do with Joash Papali’i who may replace Brian Kelly on the wing. 

Sam Tuivaiti (shoulder) could also be available for the first time since Round 6.

Wests Tigers vs. Canterbury Bulldogs(Saturday, May 30 at CommBank Stadium, 5:30pm AEST)

Tigers predicted team:

1. Heath Mason/Jahream Bula
2. Jeral Skelton
3. Sunia Turuva
4. Heamasi Makasini
5. Luke Laulilii
6. Jarome Luai
7. Jock Madden*
8. Terrell May
9. Api Koroisau*
10. Fonua Pole
16. Alex Seyfarth
12. Kai Pearce-Paul 
11. Sione Fainu

14. Latu Fainu
15. Mavrik Geyer
17. Royce Hunt
18. Ethan Roberts
19. Jeral Skelton
21. Bunty Afoa

Tigers team news:

The Tigers desperately need to turn things around after going cold in recent weeks. The bad news is star centre Taylan May (shoulder) is out, possibly for the season, while Jock Madden is struggling with a hamstring and no certainty to play. If he’s out Latu Fainu will likely come in at No.7.

In better news Api Koroisau is back from suspension, while Heamasi Makasini (foot) could also return this week.

Adam Doueihi (shoulder) says he’s still a few weeks away while outside back Patrick Herbert (suspension) is unavailable until Round 15 with Sunia Turuva potentially covering in the centres for the fifth time this season.

Appearing on Fox league on Sunday afternoon Api Koroisau also suggested star fullback Jahream Bula (shoulder) might be back—that would be a fortnight ahead of schedule so it’s something definitely to watch this week.

Canterbury predicted team:

1. Jacob Kiraz
2. Jethro Rinakama
3. Bronson Xerri
4. Stephen Crichton*
5. Marcelo Montoya
6. Matt Burton
7. Lachlan Galvin
8. Max King
9. Kurt Mann
10. Leo Thompson
11. Sitili Tupouniua
12. Harry Hayes
13. Jaeman Salmon

14. Bailey Hayward
15. Sam Hughes* 
16. Jack Underhill
17. Alekolasimi Jones
18. Josh Curran*
19. Enari Tuala

Bulldogs team news: 

Jacob Kiraz made a welcome return from injury in Round 12 at fullback for injured Connor Tracey (hamstring) and could stay there after a strong showing.

Captain Stephen Crichton should return from NSW Blues duty leaving Enari Tuala competing with Marcelo Montoya for a single wing spot. Jethro Rinakama had a try double against the Storm and should hold his place on the other wing.

Forwards Sam Hughes (neck) and Josh Curran (ribs) are close to returns which is just as well given Jacob Preston broke his forearm against the Storm and is expected to be out for up to eight weeks.

A late change saw Kurt Mann start at hooker against the Storm and there’s every chance he’ll do so again with Bailey Hayward to come off the bench.

Melbourne Storm vs. Sydney Roosters(Saturday, May 30 at AAMI Park, 7:35pm AEST)

Melbourne predicted team:

1. Sua Fa’alogo
2. Will Warbrick
3. Jack Howarth
4. Nick Meaney
5. Moses Leo
6. Cameron Munster*
7. Jahrome Hughes
8. Stefano Utoikamanu 
9. Harry Grant*
10. Josh King
11. Cooper Clark 
12. Ativalu Lisati
13. Trent Loiero*

14. Trent Toelau
15. Alec MacDonald
16. Davvy Moale
17. Stanley Huen
18. Joe Chan 
19. Manaia Waitere

Storm team news:

The Storm gave up yet another half time lead against the Bulldogs and could be desperate to have Cameron Munster,  Harry Grant and Trent Loiero back on deck in Round 13 after Origin I.

Given Melbourne is now teetering three wins outside the top eight any temptation to rest their stars may be outweighed by the need for NRL premiership points.

One player who definitely won’t be there is Shawn Blore who has been ruled out after a Cat 1 HIA against the Bulldogs. One player who could be a surprise inclusion is Xavier Coates who is getting close to a return from Achilles surgery in February.

Roosters predicted team:

1. James Tedesco*
2. Daniel Tupou*
3. Hugo Savala 
4. Robert Toia
5. Cody Ramsey*
6. Daly Cherry-Evans
7. Sam Walker*
8. Naufahu Whyte 
9. Reece Robson
10. Lindsay Collins*
11. Angus Crichton
12. Siua Wong
13. Victor Radley*

14. Egan Butcher
15. Spencer Leniu
16. Nat Butcher
17. Salesi Foketi
18. Connor Watson 
19. Fetalaiga Pauga

Roosters team news:

Like the Storm, the Roosters have several stars who will be hoping to back up after Wednesday night.

Away from their Origin players, Daniel Tupou suffered a calf injury in Round 11 and is in doubt while fellow winger Cody Ramsey (concussion) should be available.

Mark Nawaqanitawase (ankle) is said to be eyeing a return in Round 15.

Brisbane Broncos vs. St. George Illawarra Dragons(Sunday, May 31 at Suncorp Stadium, 2:00pm AEST)

Brisbane predicted team:

1. Reece Walsh
2. Josiah Karapani
3. Kotoni Staggs*
4. Gehamat Shibasaki*
5. Jesse Arthars
6. Ezra Mam*
7. Adam Reynolds (c)
8. Payne Haas
9. Cory Paix
10. Preston Riki
11. Xavier Willison
12. Jack Gosiewski
13. Pat Carrigan*

14. Ben Hunt
15. Ben Talty
16. Jaiyden Hunt
17. Aublix Tawha
18. Hayze Perham
19. Tom Duffy

Broncos team news:

Kotoni Staggs should return to the Broncos line-up for the first time since he copped a two-match ban before Origin I, with Jesse Arthars likely shifting to the wing and teenager Phil Coates heading back to Q Cup.

Superstar prop Payne Haas (knee) is a chance to return while Jack Gosiewski (concussion), Blake Mozer (jaw) and Benjamin Te Kura could all be available.

Back rower Jordan Riki has had surgery to relieve a plantar fasciitis issue in his foot and will miss multiple weeks.

In bad news for the Dragons fullback Reece Walsh could be on a mission after being overlooked for the Queensland Maroons side for Origin Game I.

St. George Illawarra predicted team:

1. Clint Gutherson 
2. Setu Tu
3. Moses Suli*
4. Valentine Holmes
5. Christian Tipulotu
6. Daniel Atkinson
7. Kyle Flanagan
8. Loko Jnr Pasifiki Tonga
9. Damien Cook (c)
10. Toby Couchman 
11. Dylan Egan 
12. Hamish Stewart
13. Ryan Couchman

14. Luciano Leilua
15. Emre Guler
16. Josh Kerr
17. Blake Lawrie
18. Tyrell Sloan
19. Lyhkan King-Togia

Dragons team news:

Jaydn Su’A injured his calf ahead of Round 12 and is likely to miss a month or more of action.

Young centre Hayden Buchanan suffered a shoulder dislocation against the Wahs and is awaiting scan results to determine a recovery timeline.

Given their issues in the centres the Dragons will be desperately hoping Moses Suli (back) is available to fill the void but there are no guarantees.

Canberra Raiders vs. North Queensland Cowboys(Sunday, May 31 at GIO Stadium, 4:05pm AEST)

Canberra predicted team:

1. Kaeo Weekes
2. Savelio Tamale
3. Sebastian Kris*
4. Matthew Timoko
5. Xavier Savage
6. Ethan Strange*
7. Ethan Sanders
8. Corey Horsburgh
9. Owen Pattie
10. Joe Tapine (c)
11. Hudson Young*
12. Zac Hosking
13. Jayden Brailey

14. Tom Starling
15. Ata Mariota
16. Morgan Smithies
17. Daine Laurie
18. Chevy Stewart 
19. Jake Clydsdale

Raiders team news: 

Hudson Young and Ethan Strange should return from Blues duties pushing Ata Mariota and Daine Laurie back to the bench.

Sebastian Kris (quad) was a late withdrawal last week and could be in some doubt again.

Owen Pattie started against Dolphins with Tom Starling coming off the bench and it will be interesting to see if Ricky Start opts to repeat the tactic.

North Queensland predicted team:

1. Scott Drinkwater
2. Murray Taulagi*
3. Jaxon Purdue
4. Tom Chester
5. Zac Laybutt
6. Liam Sutton
7. Jake Clifford
8. Thomas Mikaele
9. Reed Mahoney
10. Jason Taumalolo
11. Heilum Luki 
12. Sam McIntyre
13. Reuben Cotter*

14. Viliami Vailea
15. Griffin Neame
16. Matthew Lodge
17. Coen Hess
18. Xavier Kerrisk
19. Ethan King

Cowboys team news:

Reuben Cotter should return from the Maroons at lock, pushing Jason Taumalolo back into the front row and Matthew Lodge to the bench. 

Murray Taulagi (concussion) may return to the wing relegating Robert Derby to the bench, or out of the 19 entirely.

Penrith Panthers vs. New Zealand Warriors(Sunday, May 31 at CommBank Stadium, 6:15pm AEST)

Penrith predicted team:

1. Dylan Edwards  
2. Thomas Jenkins
3. Paul Alamoti 
4. Casey McLean*
5. Brian To’o* 
6. Blaize Talagi
7. Nathan Cleary*
8. Moses Leota  
9. Freddy Lussick
10. Lindsay Smith  
11. Isaiah Papali’i
12. Luke Garner
13. Isaah Yeo*

14. Jack Cogger
15. Scott Sorensen
16. Liam Henry
17. Izack Tago
18. Billy Phillips
19. Billy Scott

Panthers team news:

Penrith faces one of its stiffest tests to date against the second-placed Warriors with both clubs on the Origin back-up.

In past years Ivan Cleary has rested many of his Blues stars after Origin and with the Panthers sitting on top of the NRL table he may well do the same again.

Warriors predicted team:

1. Taine Tuaupiki
2. Dallin Watene-Zelezniak 
3. Ali Leiataua
4. Adam Pompey
5. Alofiana Khan-Pereira
6. Chanel Harris-Tavita
7. Te Maire Martin
8. James Fisher-Harris (c)
9. Wayde Egan
10. Jackson Ford
11. Leka Halasima
12. Kurt Capewell*
13. Erin Clark 

14. Sam Healey
15. Mitch Barnett*
16. Demitric Vaimauga
17. Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad*
18. Luke Hanson
19. Jacob Laban

Warriors team news:

Forwards Kurt Capewell and Mitch Barnett will be backing up from Origin duties.

Roger Tuivasa-Sheck (knee) is likely out with either Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad (neck) or Adam Pompey set to replace him in the centres.

Eddie Ieremia-Toeava suffered a nasty head knock against the Dragons and is in concussion protocols.

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