Leeds Rhinos will look to restore their four-point cushion at the top of the Super League table when they travel to the OneBore Stadium to face Castleford Tigers.
The Rhinos have set the standard all season, with Brad Arthur's troops winning 15 of their 18 matches so far.
This season's League Leaders' Shield looks to be theirs to lose, but the Tigers will be aiming to knock them off their perch with pride at stake.
Leeds are destined for a play-off spot, while the Tigers are already planning for next season in 12th.
Castleford's recruitment drive is already in full swing after they confirmed deals for Robbie Mulhern, Tyrell Sloan and Alife Johnson for 2027, but they will have their work cut out this weekend.
Castleford Tigers v Leeds Rhinos Tips Summary
Best Bet - Leeds Rhinos -20.5 @ 1/1
Alternative Bet - To win both halves - Either team @ 1/2
Bet Builder - Brodie Croft to score a try & Leeds Rhinos over 36.5 points @ 11/5
Castleford Tigers v Leeds Rhinos Prediction
Best Bet: Leeds Rhinos -20.5 @ 1/1
We have reached that stage of the Super League season where teams at the wrong end of the table start to plan for the future.
The Tigers board and coach Ryan Carr have started to do that with their three new signings and they have every right to try and improve their playing squad, with Castleford winning six of their 18 games.
Only Hull FC and Huddersfield Giants have scored fewer points than the Tigers, who have lost five of their last six matches.
Carr's men have lost three consecutive matches, while Leeds have won 12 of their last 15 games in all competitions.
In terms of performances in recent weeks, Leeds have not been error-free, but they have simply been too good when in their opponents' half, and they have scored 34 points or more in four of their last seven.
The Rhinos beat Castleford 22-4 in March and this weekend's clash should be even more convincing.
Alternative Bet: To win both halves - Either team @ 1/2
Castleford's recent form suggests they should struggle to break a team of Leeds' quality down and the Rhinos have simply been too clinical under Arthur.
Leeds scored 34 points and conceded fewer than 10 points against Hull Kingston Rovers and Warrington Wolves last month, who are both levels above Castleford.
Even though they are away from home, Leeds will set the standard from the first whistle and they should win both halves without breaking a sweat.
Castleford Tigers v Leeds Rhinos Bet Builder Tip
Brodie Croft to score a try
Leeds Rhinos over 36.5 points
Pays @ 11/5
Leeds half-back Brodie Croft has already agreed to join Warrington next season, but there has been no drop in his effort levels for the Rhinos.
Croft is second in the Super League tryscorer standings and his support play and ability to break through a defence means he is always good value to score anytime.
The Rhinos should also rack up points pretty quickly and their recent displays suggest reaching 40 should not be an issue.
Leeds have scored over 30 points in four of their last five and they should have no issues breaking down a Cas defence that have conceded 524 points in 18 matches.
Learn more about how Bet Builders work in our Bet Builder guide.
Key Match Stats
Castleford Tigers have lost three successive games in Super League
The Tigers have lost five of their last six matches in Super League
Castleford have lost six of their 10 home fixtures in all competitions this season
Leeds Rhinos have won seven consecutive matches
The Rhinos have won 12 of their last 15 fixtures in all competitions
Leeds winger Maika Sivo is Super League's top tryscorer with 28
View details of how to watch Castleford Tigers v Leeds Rhinos on site.
Read more rugby league betting tips and predictions on site.
This article was written by a partner sports writer via Spotlight Sports Group. All odds displayed on this page were correct at the time of writing and are subject to withdrawal or change at any time.
