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 06 February 2026

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1X2 Tips For Rugby Fixtures Today

Ireland XV vs England A

Tip 1: Ireland XV to win 

Reason for the tip: Ireland XV and England A go head-to-head at Thomond Park in what promises to be a fiery development clash in the heart of Limerick. This fixture is as much about future Test stars as it is about pride. The home side is captained by the experienced Max Deegan, who anchors a powerful back row alongside Brian Gleeson and Bryn Ward. Fineen Wycherley adds steel in the second row, while Gus McCarthy leads the lineout battle from hooker. In the backs, Ciaran Frawley’s calm control at fly-half will be key as he hopes to link with James Hume and the finishing ability of Shane Daly from fullback. Thomond Park’s atmosphere should suit Ireland’s physical, high-tempo approach.

England A arrive with a blend of Premiership experience and emerging talent. Alex Dombrandt brings real class at number eight, supported by captain Ethan Roots and the ever-busy Jack Kenningham. Harry Randall’s pace at scrum-half will look to quicken England’s tempo, while Billy Searle and Orlando Bailey form an intriguing half-back and midfield combination. Out wide, Ollie Hassell-Collins offers proven try-scoring threat. With both teams keen to impress national selectors, expect an intense, fast-paced contest where set-piece efficiency and breakdown accuracy could decide the outcome in front of a passionate Irish crowd therefore I am backing the Ireland XV for the win. 

Rugby Handicap Betting

Handicap Betting Tips for Today

Leicester Tigers vs Newcastle Red Bull: Home team (-16.5)

Reason for tip: Leicester Tigers welcome Newcastle Falcons to Welford Road for a crucial Premiership Cup clash that offers both sides a valuable chance to build momentum and test squad depth. With a mix of senior figures and emerging talent on show, this encounter should be competitive from the opening exchanges. Leicester are led by the experienced Hanro Liebenberg, whose influence at the base of the scrum will be central to the Tigers’ physical approach. Harry Wells adds leadership in the second row, while the Manz brothers, Tom and Josh, bring energy and mobility to the tight five and back row. In the backs, James O’Connor’s composure at fullback provides a steady hand with Wallaby Izaia Perese and Joseph Woodward offering creativity and punch through midfield. Tom Whiteley and Charlie Bemand will look to control territory and tempo from the half-backs.

Newcastle arrive captained by Reuben Parsons, anchoring a hardworking pack that includes Tim Cardall and George Bolam, both key at the breakdown. Ethan Grayson’s game management at fly-half will be vital, supported by the pace of Sam Stuart at scrum-half. Out wide, Elliott Obatoyinbo and Nathan Greenwood offer attacking threat and counter-attacking potential. The decision of the visitors to send such a weakened team will be punished therefore I am backing the Tigers to win and cover the -16.5 handicap. 

Rugby fixtures this weekend

Accumulator of the Day 

• Leicester Tigers vs Newcastle- Home win
• Ireland XV vs England A- Home win

Rugby Results Yesterday

• France vs Ireland- Home win✅

Rugby tomorrow

• Italy vs Scotland
• England vs Wales
• France U20 vs Ireland U20
• Kobe Steelers vs Blue Revs
• Black Rams vs Wild Knights
• Spears Kubota vs D-Rocks

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.