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 FRIDAY 13 March 2026

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1X2 Tips For Rugby Fixtures Today

Connacht vs Scarlets 

Tip 1: Connacht to win 

Reason for the tip: A competitive clash is expected in the United Rugby Championship when Connacht Rugby take on Scarlets. Both teams have named strong line-ups and will be aiming to secure valuable points as the season progresses. Connacht will rely on the experience of captain Paul Boyle in the back row while Josh Murphy and Sean Jansen add physicality in the pack. The Irish side also has a creative backline with Josh Ioane directing play at fly-half and Colm Reilly providing quick service from scrum-half. Out wide, Shane Jennings and Chay Mullins offer pace and attacking threat while Sam Gilbert provides stability at fullback.

Scarlets bring plenty of experience of their own led by experienced Welsh international Gareth Davies who controls the tempo at scrum-half, with Carwyn Leggatt-Jones partnering him at fly-half to guide the attack. The midfield pairing of Johnny Williams and Joe Roberts is capable of breaking the defensive line while the pack features experienced forwards like Jake Ball and Sam Lousi who will look to dominate the collisions. This match could be decided in the forward battle and breakdown intensity. Connacht’s home advantage and strong back-row combination will see them to victory in a close encounter. 

Edinburgh vs Ulster 

Tip 2: Ulster to win 

Reason for the tip: A competitive encounter is expected in the United Rugby Championship as Edinburgh Rugby host Ulster Rugby in a match that could have important implications for the standings. The home side have named an exciting backline with captain Ben Vellacott controlling the tempo at scrum-half and Ross Thompson guiding the attack at fly-half. The midfield pairing of Mosese Tuipulotu and Piers O’Conor offers both power and creativity, while Malelili Satala and Wes Goosen bring speed on the wings. In the forwards, Ben Muncaster anchors the back row with strong support from Connor Boyle and Liam McConnell, while the front row of Boan Venter, Dylan Richardson and Angus Williams will aim to provide a solid platform.

Ulster will be looking to get their campaign back on track after losing their last match against Ospreys. They arrive with a team stacked with quality. Michael Lowry is always dangerous from fullback, while Werner Kok and Zac Ward add pace out wide. The experienced midfield duo of James Hume and Jude Postlethwaite will look to break through Edinburgh’s defence. Up front, Rob Herring and Angus Bell add power in the front row, while Juarno Augustus is a key ball carrier at number eight. The battle at the breakdown and set pieces could prove decisive. Edinburgh’s home advantage may give them the edge, but Ulster’s explosive backline will be enough to see them to a win. 

Rugby Handicap Betting

Handicap Betting Tips for Today

Hurricanes vs Western Force: Home team (-19.5)

Reason for tip: The Hurricanes host the Western Force in an exciting clash in Super Rugby Pacific with both sides looking to secure valuable points early in the campaign. The home side boast a strong lineup led by co-captains Jordie Barrett and Du’Plessis Kirifi. Barrett’s attacking vision and kicking game will be crucial in directing play while the Hurricanes will also rely on the speed of winger Fehi Fineanganofo and the creativity of scrumhalf Cam Roigard to generate scoring opportunities.

The Force, captained by lock Jeremy Williams, have several experienced players capable of causing problems. Veteran centre Kurtley Beale adds class and attacking spark in midfield, while flyhalf Ben Donaldson will look to control territory with his tactical kicking. The forward battle will also be key, with the Force pack aiming to disrupt the Hurricanes at set pieces and slow down their attacking momentum. The Hurricanes will be looking to build on the momentum of last week’s win over Moana Pasifika and will be further boosted by the return of All Blacks Rueben Love and Tyrell Lomax albeit from the bench. I am backing the home side to win and cover the -20 handicap. 

Rugby fixtures this weekend

Accumulator of the Day 

• Hurricanes vs Western Force- Home win
• Connacht vs Scarlets- Home win
• Edinburgh vs Ulster- Away win

Rugby Results Yesterday

• Exeter Chiefs vs Saints- Home win✅
• Leicester Tigers vs Bath- Home win✅
• Australia vs France- Home win✅

Rugby tomorrow

• Fijian Drua vs Brumbies
• Crusaders vs Highlanders
• Reds vs Waratahs
• Bulls vs Stormers
• Ireland vs Scotland
• France vs England
• Wales vs Italy

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.