Latrell Mitchell reminded everyone why he remains one of the most dangerous players in rugby league on Saturday night, crossing for four tries as South Sydney dismantled the Dragons 30-12 at Accor Stadium. It was a display that had shades of his very best, and it could not have come at a worse time for St George Illawarra.
The result extends the Dragons' losing streak to 11 consecutive matches, a run that stretches back into the final rounds of 2025. They are now 0-7 this season and anchored to the bottom of the ladder with no obvious relief in sight.
Mitchell at His Devastating Best
Mitchell opened the scoring early after the Dragons coughed up possession inside their own half, slipping through on a left-side shift to finish with trademark power. He added a second when he barged over from dummy-half off the back of an Alex Johnston line break, and by the time he planted his third in the left corner the result was well beyond doubt.
His fourth came shortly after, completing a haul that underlined his claims for a Blues jersey when State of Origin selection rolls around. Mitchell finished the night with 30-plus metres per run and was a constant threat whenever the ball came his way.
South Sydney's defence was equally impressive, restricting the Dragons to just two tries through Damien Cook and Hamish Stewart. It was a controlled, professional performance from a Rabbitohs side that is starting to find consistency under their coaching setup.
Dragons' Record-Breaking Slide
Eleven losses in a row is damaging territory for any club. The Dragons have not won since Round 20 of the 2025 season, and pressure on the coaching staff and playing group is mounting with every passing week. Their defensive numbers are among the worst in the competition, and the attack has struggled to put together sustained periods of possession.
Round 8 brings a clash with the Broncos, who edged the Tigers 21-20 in golden point on Saturday courtesy of an Adam Reynolds field goal. It shapes as a must-win for both sides, though the Dragons will need a dramatic turnaround in form to be competitive.
What This Means for Punters
The Dragons have drifted to the longest odds in most NRL premiership markets and are now among the shortest-priced teams in the wooden spoon betting. Backing them in any match market requires serious conviction given the current form line. Mitchell's try-scoring form is worth monitoring for individual player markets heading into Round 8, particularly with Origin looming. Full Round 7 results and reaction are available at ABC Rugby League.