Rugby Predictions Today

Our TopBets, rugby experts will provide you with the latest rugby predictions on rugby from across the globe. The emphasis will be on the major leagues like the United Rugby Championship(URC), Super Rugby and of course our very own local Currie Cup. All the major international tournaments such as the Rugby Championships and the Six Nations will also be covered with our team providing rugby betting tips. You can be assured all the big rugby this weekend will be previewed on this page.

Rugby Predictions for SUNDAY 10 January 2026

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1X2 Tips For Rugby Fixtures Today

Harlequins vs Stormers

Tip 1: Harlequins to win 

Reason for the tip: Harlequins host the Stormers in a blockbuster Champions Cup clash that brings together two sides known for flair, ambition and attacking rugby. With The Stoop providing a fast surface and passionate support, this fixture should be a high scoring affair. Quins will look to play at pace with Marcus Smith pulling the strings at flyhalf and Tyrone Green offering constant counter-attacking threat from fullback. Alex Dombrandt leads from No.8, supported by the physical presence of Chandler Cunningham-South and the breakdown work of Jack Kenningham. Out wide, Cadan Murley’s finishing ability and Nick David’s work rate give Quins genuine edge if space opens up. The key for the hosts will be maintaining tempo while limiting turnovers against a powerful Stormers pack.

The Stormers have plenty of creativity and physicality of their own with Damian Willemse’s leadership and versatility in midfield, combined with Warrick Gelant’s attacking instincts at fullback. Flyhalf Jurie Matthee will aim to manage territory while Marcel Theunissen and Ben-Jason Dixon bring control and toughness in the loose. If the Stormers can slow Quins’ ball and win the contact battle, they can take the sting out of the home attack. Expect an entertaining, high-tempo battle, but Quins’ speed and home advantage should prevail. 

Rugby Handicap Betting

Handicap Betting Tips for Today

Bordeaux vs Northampton: Away team (+13.5)

Reason for tip: Bordeaux-Bègles welcome Northampton Saints to Stade Chaban-Delmas for a mouth-watering Champions Cup clash featuring the finalists of last season where the French team came out with the title. This fixture has the potential to be one of the standout games of the round as these are two of the most attacking teams in the competition. Bordeaux boast immense firepower, led by Matthieu Jalibert at flyhalf and a devastating back three of Damian Penaud, Louis Bielle-Biarrey and Salesi Rayasi. Yoram Moefana and Nicolas Depoortere provide power and control in midfield, while Cameron Woki’s athleticism and Jean-Luc du Preez’s physicality give balance to the pack. 

Northampton arrive full of confidence and have a clear identity built around tempo and accuracy. Fin Smith and Alex Mitchell form one of the most effective halfback pairings in England while Tommy Freeman’s presence in midfield adds physicality and line-breaking ability. Callum Chick leads a hard-working pack that includes the dynamic Henry Pollock and the powerful JJ van der Mescht but handling Bordeaux’s pace in wide channels will be a major challenge. The contest is likely to hinge on defensive organisation and discipline, as both sides can punish mistakes quickly. Bordeaux’s home advantage and superior attacking depth will see them to victory but I am backing the Saints to cover the +13.5 handicap.

Rugby fixtures this weekend

Accumulator of the Day 

• Harlequins vs Stormers- Away win
• Toulon vs Munster- Home win
• Saracens vs Toulouse- Home win
• Bordeaux vs Saints- Home win

Rugby Results Yesterday

• Bulls vs Bristol- Home win❌
• Sale Sharks vs Hollywoodbets Sharks- Home win✅
• Leinster vs La Rochelle- Home win✅
• Clermont vs Glasgow Warriors- Home win❌
• Lions vs Lyon- Home win✅
• Scarlets vs Pau- Home win✅
• Leicester Tigers vs Bayonne- Home win✅

Rugby tomorrow

• No matches tomorrow

Understanding Rugby Betting 

It is crucial that players understand the different types of rugby betting. If a player places a wager on a handicap bet with fully understanding it, he could think they won the bet but instead they lost the bet as they did not understand how it works. Our rugby predictions will give you the option of the three way bet or the handicap betting as our previews will focus on this.

Different types of Rugby bets 

Match Winner

The most self-explanatory of bets to take on a rugby match. This is the most common and oldest type of rugby bet in which you select Team A or Team B to win. The odds on this type of bet may be low especially if your team is the favourite.

Draw No Bet

The draw is quite rare in Rugby Union, but it does happen from time to time. If you’re worried about the draw messing up your bet then take a Draw No Bet market. Your bet will be refunded if the match result ends in a draw.

Handicap Betting

The most popular bets on rugby are handicap bets. This is often where some of the best value is to be found. The handicap is an advantage that bookmakers give one team to make the game more balanced. The team given the positive handicap can win, draw or lose the game by less than the handicap to cover the bet and win. The team with the negative handicap must win the match by more than the points set out in the handicap to win their bet.

Total points over/under

The over/under betting market involves predicting whether the total number of points scored in a match will be above or lower than a certain predetermined number. For instance, if you bet on the over/under 50 points market and you bet on under, the combined score of the two teams shouldn’t exceed 50.

First Try Scorer

Rugby fans know the excitement that comes when a player breaks through the defence to score the first try. Betting on the first-try scorer is about predicting which player from either team will cross the try line first. This bet type carries higher odds as it’s challenging to predict, making potential payouts more lucrative.

Anytime Try Scorer

Less specific than the first-try scorer bet, the anytime try scorer wager involves picking a player you believe will score a try at any point during the match. The odds are typically lower than for the first-try scorer but offer a better chance of a payout.

FAQs

1 How long is a game of rugby?

A game of rugby is 80 minutes

2. How many players are there on a rugby team?

There are 15 players a side except in Rugby 7s where there are 5 players a side.

3. Where to watch rugby live?

Most of the rugby matches in South Africa can be watched live on Supersport. Betting sites like Betway and WSB offer live streaming on selected matches.

4. How to stream live rugby in South Africa for free?

Rugby Pass offers free streaming of selected matches.