St Helens, bidding for a record-extending fifth successive Super League crown, are again tipped to finish top of the table, but how will Leeds Rhinos, Castleford Tigers and Wakefield Trinity fare?
Here’s how the table is predicted to look after round 27, in September, based on competition sponsors Betfred’s odds.
7. Castleford Tigers
A last-gasp defeat at Leeds cost Tigers a top-six finish in 2022 and, despite signings including Gareth Widdop, pictured, the bookies expect them to miss out again. Odds to finish top: 12/1. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
8. Hull FC
The KCOM Stadium-based side are under new management this year, but coach Tony Smith's team are tipped to finish outside the all-important top-six. Odds to finish top: 14/1. Photo: John Rushworth/SWpix.com
9. Salford Red Devils
Salford, with ex-Rhinos star Kallum Watkins, pictured, in fine form, upset the odds to finish sixth last year, but the bookies don't fancy their chances of a repeat. Odds to finish top: 33/1. Photo: John Rushworth/SWpix.com
10. Hull KR
Under new coach Willie Peters, pictured in his playing days with Wigan, the Robins are expected to slip a couple of places to 10th. Odds to finish top: 50/1. Photo: Ben Duffy/SWpix.com
11. Leigh Leopards
They aren't expected to feature in the play-offs, but with new signings like ex-Leeds duo Tom Briscoe and Zak Hardaker, pictured, in their ranks, promoted Leigh are tipped to avoid a quick return to the Championship. Odds to finish top: 50/1. Photo: Ed Sykes/SWpix.com
12. Wakefield Trinity
New coach Mark Applegarth, pictured, is confident Wakefield can push for a place in the play-offs, but the tipsters reckon relegation is more likely. Odds to finish top: 100/1. Photo: Steve Riding