North Queensland and NRL newcomers the Dolphins couldn't be separated over 80 minutes in Cairns as the sides began their pre-season trials with a 22-22 draw.
Cowboys winger Laitia Moicedreke crossed for his second try on Sunday with 30 seconds remaining after the Dolphins took the lead through Mason Teague seven minutes from time.
But Zac Laybutt's sideline kick to win the game was shanked off the tee and the new Queensland rivals will settle their differences when they meet again in April.
