The Bulldogs have dominated this matchup in recent seasons, but the Dragons arrive with some momentum after back-to-back wins. We’ve analysed the latest form, recent meetings and scoring trends to give punters the key numbers ahead of kick-off.
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Recent Form
St George Illawarra has won its past two games, beating the Sharks 24-16 and Wests Tigers 24-22 after three consecutive defeats. Canterbury has lost its past two, going down 20-18 to the Roosters and 22-6 to South Sydney, after previously stringing together three wins over the Tigers, Warriors and Storm.
Last 3 Meetings
Round 1, 2026: Bulldogs 15 def. Dragons 14
Round 20, 2025: Bulldogs 20 def. Dragons 18
Round 1, 2025: Bulldogs 28 def. Dragons 20
Most Tries – Last 5 Games
St George Illawarra Dragons
Tyrell Sloan — 4 tries
Setu Tu — 3 tries
Valentine Holmes — 2 tries
Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs
Jacob Kiraz — 3 tries
Bronson Xerri — 2 tries
Stephen Crichton — 2 tries
Average Total Match Points – Last 10 Games
St George Illawarra Dragons: 44.6 average total match points
Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs: 41.9 average total match points
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