Will Evans, Author at Ladbrokes Blog

Rugby League Finals Turnover

The 2026 NRL season has provided trials and tribulations for each of last season’s top-four finishers. Defending premiers Brisbane Broncos sit second-last after losing their last eight games and are almost certain to be the first reigning champs to miss the finals for non-salary cap breach reasons in 21 years. Meanwhile, Canberra Raiders are only one win better off and need a minor miracle to avoid becoming the first minor premiers to fail to make the Top 8 the following season since the 2016 Sydney Roosters. Melbourne Storm’s record seven-game losing streak has put them in danger of missing the playoffs for only the second time in Craig Bellamy’s 24 seasons…

Daily Tennis Tips & Predictions - Wimbledon Day 8

6 Jul • Will Evans

Ladbrokes Daily Wimbledon Tips & Predictions deliver expert analysis, match previews and up-to-date tennis betting odds, giving tennis fans trusted Wimbledon predictions throughout the tournament. JASMINE PAOLINI VS ALEXANDRA EALA Former Wimbledon runner-up Jasmine Paolini and giant-killing young gun Alex Eala do battle for a place in the quarterfinals. Eala took out their maiden clash in February, a 6-1 7-6 victory at the Dubai Championships. Paolini reached the 2024 decider at the All England Club – after having also made the French Open final – but has not been past the Round of 16 at a major since. The 13th seed has struggled in recent months but is…

2026 State of Origin Game 3 Tips & Predictions

6 Jul • Will Evans

After dominating most of the series opener and claiming an emphatic victory in game two, Queensland heads into the 2026 State of Origin decider at Suncorp Stadium as a warm favourite to retain the shield. NSW has made a raft of somewhat bemusing changes – and failed to make other seemingly logical line-up alterations – and head to Brisbane with backs firmly against the wall. 0 Days 0 Hours 0 Mins 0 Secs State Of Origin Suncorp Stadium • Wednesday 8th Jul Queensland $1.55 vs New South Wales $2.50 State Of Origin odds correct as of 07/07/2026 and subject to change. Queensland Maroons vs NSW Blues Wednesday 8th July 2026 8:05 PM (Suncorp…

Every State of Origin Decider Man of the Match

3 Jul • Will Evans

Aside from perhaps the NRL grand final, there’s no bigger stage than a State of Origin decider. It’s a pressure-cooker arena where players’ legacies are cemented, while others crumble. Rugby league’s greatest players, as well as young guns and unlikely heroes, have stood tallest to help deliver the Origin shield to their state in game three. Ahead of Wednesday’s colossal clash between Queensland and New South Wales at Suncorp Stadium – where the likes of Sam Walker, Nathan Cleary, Kalyn Ponga and James Tedesco are among the top best on ground contenders – we’re highlighting every man of the match from an Origin decider. 1982 – Wally Lewis (Queensland) A 22-year-old Lewis won the first of…

Daily Tennis Tips & Predictions - Wimbledon Day 4

2 Jul • Will Evans

Ladbrokes Daily Wimbledon Tips & Predictions deliver expert analysis, match previews and up-to-date tennis betting odds, giving tennis fans trusted Wimbledon predictions throughout the tournament. ALEX DE MINAUR VS ADRIAN MANNARINO Sixth-ranked Aussie Alex de Minaur confronts French veteran Adrian Mannarino in the second round at Wimbledon. De Minaur boasts a 5-1 record in this rivalry, with the last two victories coming on grass – at Queen’s Club in 2023 and in the Libema Open semis last month (6-4 6-0). Mannarino’s sole win was also at the Libema Open in 2022. ‘Demon’ overcame some early resistance to see off Roman Andres Burruchaga 7-6 6-1 6-0 in the first…

Newcastle Knights vs Dolphins Prediction, Tips & Odds

2 Jul • Will Evans

Newcastle Knights host Dolphins in Round 18 of the 2026 NRL season at McDonald Jones Stadium on Sunday. Read on for our full NRL match preview, betting tips, and best footy odds. Newcastle Knights vs Dolphins Sunday 5th July 2026 4:05 PM (McDonald Jones Stadium) Riding an eight-match winning streak, the Dolphins confront arguably the biggest challenge in their run to date following the loss of their linchpin on top of a hefty Origin load. FORM: The Knights have won six of their last seven games, including a gritty 12-6 defeat of the Tigers at home last Sunday. After winning seven in a row by…

Parramatta Eels vs Manly Sea Eagles Prediction, Tips & Odds

2 Jul • Will Evans

Parramatta Eels host Manly Sea Eagles in Round 18 of the 2026 NRL season at CommBank Stadium on Sunday. Read on for our full match preview, betting tips, and best NRL Round 18 odds. Parramatta Eels vs Manly Sea Eagles Sunday 5th July 2026 2:00 PM (CommBank Stadium) The Eels are in the midst of what is looming as a wasted year, while the Sea Eagles are setting their sights on the top four. FORM: The Eels have won one of their last five and were lapped 32-12 by the Rabbitohs last Thursday. The Sea Eagles have had a couple of bumps over the…

Brisbane Broncos vs Cronulla Sharks Prediction, Tips & Odds

2 Jul • Will Evans

Brisbane Broncos host Cronulla Sharks in Round 18 of the 2026 NRL season at Suncorp Stadium on Saturday. Read on for our full match preview, Rugby League betting tips, and best odds. Brisbane Broncos vs Cronulla Sharks Saturday 4th July 2026 7:35 PM (Suncorp Stadium) Staring down the barrel of eight straight losses, the Origin-depleted Broncos must dig deep to turn things around against the Sharks and save their title defence. FORM: The Broncos produced their best performance in a couple of months in a 24-18 loss to the Roosters, but with a 5-11 record the Top 8 ship is starting to sail. The…

Penrith Panthers vs South Sydney Rabbitohs Prediction, Tips & Odds

2 Jul • Will Evans

Penrith Panthers host South Sydney Rabbitohs in Round 18 of the 2026 NRL season at CommBank Stadium on Friday. Read on for our full match Round 18 match preview, betting tips, and best NRL odds. Penrith Panthers vs South Sydney Rabbitohs Friday 3rd July 2026 8:00 PM (CommBank Stadium) Suffering back-to-back upset losses and missing their Origin stars, the Panthers will be eager to halt the slide on Friday against the regrouping Rabbitohs. FORM: After losing just one of their first 13 games, the ladder-leading Panthers have dropped consecutive matches to the Titans (19-18) and Cowboys (26-12) on the road in huge…

2026 NRL Round 18 Tips & Predictions

1 Jul • Will Evans

The last five-match NRL round of the season presents the Panthers, Broncos and Dolphins with big gaps to plug ahead of crucial encounters. The Broncos and Tigers, in particular, will be desperate to notch a win and stay in the finals frame. Penrith Panthers vs South Sydney Rabbitohs Predictions 0 Days 0 Hours 0 Mins 0 Secs NRL CommBank Stadium • Friday 3rd Jul Penrith Panthers $1.64 vs South Sydney Rabbitohs $2.30 NRL odds correct as of 01/07/2026 and subject to change. Penrith Panthers vs South Sydney Rabbitohs Friday 3rd July 2026 8:00 PM (CommBank Stadium) Suffering back-to-back upset losses and missing their Origin…