NSW vs QLD State of Origin Game 2 Prediction 2024
Last updated: Jun 25, 2024, 10:18PM | Published: Jun 24, 2024, 3:21AM
New South Wales will take on Queensland in Game 2 of the 2024 State of Origin series at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Wednesday, beginning at 8:05pm AEST.
Stats Insider's free betting tips for State of Origin Game 2, plus the latest betting odds and try scorer tips, are featured below.
Who Will Win: State of Origin Game 2
Using detailed computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Game 2 of the 2024 State of Origin series 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model gives the Blues a 53% chance of winning against the Maroons at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.
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NSW vs QLD Game 2: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Wednesday's State of Origin clash at the Melbourne Cricket Ground are listed here:
- Head to Head: New South Wales $1.74, Queensland $2.10
- Line: New South Wales -1.5 ($1.91), Queensland +1.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 38.5 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, TAB currently has New South Wales at $1.74 and QLD at $2.10.
New South Wales is listed as a 1.5-point favourite against Queensland, with odds of $1.91 currently available at TAB.
For the underdog Queensland (+1.5) to cover the line, TAB currently has odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 38.5 with TAB, which currently has odds for the over at $1.91 and odds for the under at $1.91.
According to Stats Insider's model, QLD (+1.5) has a 51% chance of covering the line, while the over/under total of 38.5 points has a 51% chance of staying Under.
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State of Origin Game 2: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Queensland at $2.10
- Line: QLD +1.5 at $1.91 (51% probability)
- Total Points: Over 38.5 at $1.91
These State of Origin Game 2 betting tips are based on world-class simulations and gambling expertise to provide you with the best possible advice 24/7.
While New South Wales has a higher chance of winning the game, betting on QLD to win is our recommended option because of the edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently available.
Making use of the edges seen here at Stats Insider is pivotal to achieving long-term success as a sports bettor.
Furthermore, despite the Under being more likely to hit in this game, Over 38.5 is our best bet because of the better odds ($1.91) that are available from TAB.
State of Origin Game 2: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for State of Origin Game 2 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground this Wednesday has the Blues winning 20-18.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider has full betting coverage of State of Origin Game 2 on Wednesday, including pre-match predictions and the best betting tips.
State of Origin Game 2: Try Scorers
Who will score the first try in Game 2 of State of Origin? The latest data is in.
According to Stats Insider, Xavier Coates is the most likely player to score the first try in NSW vs QLD.
Coates has a 8.0% chance of scoring the first try at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, while the QLD star has a 39.9% chance of scoring a try at any time during the game.
Scroll down for the complete list of first try scorer and anytime try scorer probabilities.
First Try Scorer Tips
New South Wales Blues
- Zac Lomax: 6.9% probability
- Brian To'o: 6.5% probability
- Latrell Mitchell: 5.9% probability
- Stephen Crichton: 5.6% probability
- Dylan Edwards: 3.9% probability
Queensland Maroons
- Xavier Coates: 8.0% probability
- Reece Walsh: 6.0% probability
- Murray Taulagi: 5.9% probability
- Jeremiah Nanai: 5.2% probability
- Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow: 4.7% probability
Anytime Try Scorer Tips
New South Wales Blues
- Brian To'o: 37.1% probability
- Zac Lomax: 33.7% probability
- Latrell Mitchell: 32.3% probability
- Stephen Crichton: 29.5% probability
- Dylan Edwards: 24.3% probability
Queensland Maroons
- Xavier Coates: 39.9% probability
- Reece Walsh: 30.7% probability
- Murray Taulagi: 30.2% probability
- Jeremiah Nanai: 27.8% probability
- Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow: 27.6% probability
Remember, our model updates frequently, so keep checking this page for the latest betting predictions before the New South Wales vs Queensland game at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.
As always, check out our Best Bets for the best tips on every State of Origin match, as well as a host of other sports that we offer predictions on, including every game of the 2024 NRL season.
NSW vs QLD Game 2: Preview
The State of Origin Game 2 between New South Wales and Queensland at the Melbourne Cricket Ground is scheduled to commence at 8:05pm AEST on Wednesday.
- Teams: New South Wales vs Queensland
- Date: Wednesday 26 June 2024
- Time: 8:05pm AEST
- Venue: Melbourne Cricket Ground
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), unless otherwise noted.
Our State of Origin Game 2 predictions are based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of skilled data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our State of Origin tips are accurate and reliable, so that you can make informed decisions with confidence.
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