The market's verdict

The betting market closed with Newcastle North Stars at 1.41 — an implied 67% chance. Melbourne Mustangs upset it.

• Newcastle North Stars: opened 1.31, closed 1.41 (67%)
• Melbourne Mustangs: opened 3.30, closed 2.80 (33%)

Half-time: Melbourne Mustangs 5 - 3 Newcastle North Stars.

Melbourne Mustangs v Newcastle North Stars — previous meetings

• 2026-06-28Newcastle North Stars 4-2 Melbourne Mustangs