Brumbies vs Reds
The Brumbies welcome their arch rivals the Reds to Canberra for this Super Rugby encounter in an all Aussie clash. It is fair to say that these are the two premium Australian sides and the Brumbies underlined this in their last match as they saw off last season’s losing finalist the Blues. The Reds had an embarrassing defeat in their opening round match but bounced back in style when they romped to a record 71-20 defeat of the Force in their last match. The matches between these teams are always close affairs although the home team has won the last four matches.
TIP: The Brumbies are one of the few teams that still back their forwards and their lineout maul in particular to get them the victory. They have perfected this art form as the opposition teams know what’s coming but still can’t stop it. The Reds produced an attacking master class in their last match but will find things much tougher especially in the set pieces. If the visitors can defend the rolling maul, then it should be a close contest. The bookies have the Brumbies as favourites and I’m also tipping them for the win. The best odds on this bet are as follows: Betway 1.48, Gbets 1.48 and Hollywoodbets 1.47
HEAD TO HEAD STATS
Brumbies vs Reds
- The Reds have won three of the last four matches against the Brumbies.
- The home team has won the last four matches between the teams.
Latest results for both teams
The Brumbies beat the Blues 25-20 in their last match while the Reds beat the Western Force 71.20 in their last match.
PREDICTION
A true test of the Reds credentials will occur in this match as the Brumbies play their first match in front of their home fans. The visitors battled without their powerhouse prop Taniela Tupou in their first match but recovered well in the last match to dominate the Force front row. The Brumbies will no doubt be targeting the scrums as it is an area of strength for them. The home team have recalled Noah Lolesio to the pivot position and his battle with opposite number Tom Lynagh could go a long way to deciding the match. I am predicting a Brumbies win by 8 points.
Probable Starting XVs
Brumbies
15 Tom Wright, 14 Andy Muirhead, 13 Len Ikitau, 12 Ollie Sapsford, 11 Corey Toole, 10 Noah Lolesio, 9 Nic White, 8 Pete Samu, 7 Rory Scott, 6 Rob Valetini, 5 Cadeyrn Neville, 4 Nick Frost, 3 Rhys van Nek, 2 Lachlan Lonergan, 1 James Slipper
Reds
15 Jordan Petaia, 14 Suliasi Vunivalu, 13 Josh Flook, 12 Hunter Paisami, 11 Filipo Daugunu, 10 Tom Lynagh, 9 Tate McDermott (cc), 8 Harry Wilson, 7 Fraser McReight, 6 Liam Wright (cc), 5 Seru Uru, 4 Ryan Smith, 3 Zane Nonggorr, 2 Matt Faessler, 1 Dane Zander
Odds for this bet
The best odds on the Brumbies victory are as follows:
Betway 1.48
Gbets 1.48
Hollywoodbets 1.47
Odds comparison on the Brumbies handicap:
The complete odds on the Brumbies handicap:
Betway 1.95 (-5.5)
Gbets 1.91 (-5.5)
Hollywoodbets1.90 (-5.5)
Predictions and Odds in details
There are poor returns on the Brumbies outright win therefore we suggest the home team on the handicap. The best odds on this bet are as follows: Betway 1.95 (-5.5),Gbets 1.91 (-5.5) and Hollywoodbets1.90 (-5.5)
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