Who is favored to win in Wests Tigers vs Penrith Panthers?
Wests Tigers are favored to win this preseason clash against Penrith Panthers, with the Tigers showing strong momentum after their 42-26 victory over Sydney Roosters where teenager Heamasi Makasini scored a hat trick. Penrith fielded a reserve-grade team in their recent 66-24 loss to North Queensland Cowboys, suggesting they may field a stronger lineup for this matchup with DexWin - Best Odds on Your Favourite Sports.
What time is Wests Tigers vs Penrith Panthers?
The match starts at 8:10 PM AEDT on Saturday, February 21, 2026, which corresponds to 9:10 AM UTC on the same day.
Where is Wests Tigers vs Penrith Panthers being held?
The match will be played at Leichhardt Oval in Sydney, a historic NRL venue that serves as the home ground for Wests Tigers and has a capacity suitable for preseason trial matches.
Wests Tigers vs Penrith Panthers prediction & odds - who wins?
Wests Tigers are predicted to win based on their recent preseason form, having defeated the Sydney Roosters 42-26 with impressive performances from young talents like Heamasi Makasini. Penrith's recent 66-24 loss to North Queensland suggests they are still building combinations, giving the Tigers an edge in this preseason encounter.
What is the head to head record between Wests Tigers vs Penrith Panthers?
In their most recent NRL meeting during the 2021 season, Penrith defeated Wests Tigers in the Grand Final, but preseason trial matches often produce different results as teams rotate squads and develop combinations. The Tigers' current momentum from their recent trial victory positions them favorably for this Saturday clash.
