Boom Best
Over 46.5 South Sydney v New Zealand ($1.85)
These two have such a strong history of high-scoring affairs that it has to be the bet even with the high total. These two have averaged a remarkable 51.4 points since 2008 with the over hitting in the last 11. The over has hit in 21 of 32 when Souths are off a loss while the over has hit in six of nine when the Warriors are underdogs of 16 or more points.
Boom-o-meter: 90%
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Canberra ($2.34) v Penrith
Penrith look extraordinarily vulnerable against a Canberra team that has found some form. The Panthers are without both starting halves and that is a major concern. The Panthers have covered just three of 15 off conceding 24-plus. The Raiders have won eight of their last 11 and have conceded 18 or fewer in five of their last seven.
Boom-o-meter: 70%
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Alex Johnston 3+ Tries ($3.50)
There is no player in the competition that has the ability to score tries like Alex Johnston. He is a very real chance of running down Ken Irvine in what seemed Rugby League’s most unbreakable record. He has scored a hat-trick in three of his last seven games, In a high scoring game he is going to get plenty.
Boom-o-meter: 50%
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