Huddersfield v Celtic (+14)
Prior to their defeat at Warrington last week, Huddersfield had won 10 away games in succession and their style of play and movement of the ball will really suit Murrayfield. I think they will be too quick for the Crusaders and get their season back on track with a big win.
Hull (scr) v Castleford (scr)
This is a tough one to call - that's why it's scratch. I have been impressed with young Tom Briscoe at Hull and they did end a winless run against Salford last week but I'm still not convinced by them.
Cas beat the Celtic Crusaders on Sunday and with Brent Sherwin in outstanding form, they can edge a tense encounter and record welcome back-to-back wins.
Catalans (+10) v Leeds
The Dragons have injury problems around their halves and in the front-row but now do Leeds hit back from last week's abject failure against Harlequins? When was the last time they were booed from the pitch at Headingley?
Their poor form over the last month has to be a worry and you would expect a response here. The travelling will take a lot out of Catalans and I have to go for Leeds to win and cover. They have to. Anything less and it is clear the champions haven't turned the corner yet.
Warrington (+2) v Hull KR
Beware of labelling the Wolves resurgent just yet, two quick wins doesn't mean they are firmly back on track. Hull KR have been a model of consistency and their key men are going well. Chris Hicks has added some scoring potential to the Wolves but I am sticking with Rovers. Their smaller men around the bigger Warrington forwards are the key. They could be too quick and mobile around the ruck area.
NRL:
Bulldogs v Wests Tigers (+6)
These teams are coming here on the back of fantastic wins but I really like the way the West Tigers play and their speed around the ruck. They can cause the Bulldogs real problems around there and that will be a key factor. Canterbury have had a couple of tough games and I expect the visitors to win this one - so they have to be specials with the start.
Handicaps courtesy of Sky Bet.
Preview posted at 1220BST on 30/04/2009.
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