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New Zealand Warriors vs. Penrith Panthers prediction: Why Panthers are favored to win NRL Finals week one matchup [9/13/2025]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get New Zealand Warriors vs Penrith Panthers predictions for NRL Saturday.
The New Zealand Warriors and Penrith Panthers are scheduled to meet in the National Rugby League (NRL) at Go Media Stadium on Saturday, starting at 2:05AM ET.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' proven NRL model projects the Panthers as the most likely winner of today's game.
For expanded analysis of Saturday's matchup, including best bets and picks, visit our interactive Panthers vs. Warriors predictions page.
Warriors vs. Panthers prediction: Who will win NRL Finals week one matchup?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Saturday's NRL matchup between the Panthers and Warriors 10,000 times as part of our NRL predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model currently gives the Panthers a 76% chance of defeating the Warriors.
According to our model, the bookies have got it right, and the Panthers and Warriors each have a 50% chance of covering the spread, while the 43.5- over/under has a 51% chance of staying under.
Panthers vs. Warriors odds
We have sourced the best NRL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Panthers | Warriors |
|---|---|---|
| H2H (Moneyline) | -312 | +235 |
| Line (Spread) | -9.5 (-115) | +9.5 (-110) |
| Total | o43.5 (-115) | u43.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
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Warriors vs. Panthers game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's Australian rugby league matchup between the Warriors and Panthers at Go Media Stadium is scheduled to begin at 2:05AM ET.
- Who: Penrith Panthers vs. New Zealand Warriors
- Date: Saturday, September 13, 2025
- Time: 2:05AM ET/11:05PM PT
- Venue: Go Media Stadium
The NRL is available to bet on in the US through all major sportsbooks, with there even being games played in Vegas each season as of 2024.
Dimers' in-depth preview of Saturday's Panthers vs. Warriors matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Panthers vs. Warriors picks, be sure to check out the latest NRL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Conclusion
We predict the Panthers, with a 76% win probability, will likely beat the Warriors on Saturday.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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