Sydney Roosters have stamped their authority on Finals Week 3 with a decisive 36-20 victory over the Dolphins at Suncorp Stadium on Friday, 25 Sept. Coming off a 46-10 win against the Cronulla Sharks, the visiting side put paid to any concerns surrounding their late-season form by turning the tables on a Dolphins outfit that had previously taken the honours when these sides last met in August.
Pre-match markets had noted some movement leading into kickoff, with Sydney Roosters firming from 2.2 to 2.1, while the Dolphins drifted from 1.67 to 1.73. That market momentum proved prophetic as the Roosters found their attacking rhythm when it mattered most, leaving the home side searching for answers in front of a vocal crowd.
How the clash unfolded
The fixture lived up to expectations of a high-scoring encounter, pushing past the 45.5 total points line as the scoreboard operators worked overtime. Sydney Roosters seized control of the contest through relentless pressure, capitalising on opportunities and putting together a 36-point offensive display that mirrored their dominant outing the week prior.
For the Dolphins, the loss halts a five-match winning streak that included a 26-16 victory over the New Zealand Warriors. Despite entering the finals clash with strong overall momentum and an 8-4 record at home, the hosts simply could not contain the Roosters' surging backline as the visitors powered away to seal a commanding 16-point triumph.
How the tips went
PuntX's published tips for this Finals Week 3 encounter delivered a clean sweep for backers. The head to head selection on Sydney Roosters at 2.04 saluted cleanly following their 36-20 victory at Suncorp Stadium.
In the line market, the Sydney Roosters +2.5 selection at 1.9 also got home comfortably as the visitors not only covered the start but won the match outright by a convincing 16-point margin.