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Rugby Predictions FRIDAY 12 June 2026
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Chiefs(WIN)1.54 odds vs Crusaders
Tip 1: Chiefs to win
Reason for the tip: The semi-final fixtures in the Super Rugby Pacific tournament sees an exciting New Zealand derby between the Chiefs and the Crusaders, who will contest for the spot in the grand final. The Chiefs can rely on their seasoned spine in this crucial match. Damian McKenzie will continue his role as the main playmaker for the team, along with captain Luke Jacobson who leads the formidable trio of loose forwards which includes Samipeni Finau and Simon Parker. On the forward side, the presence of players like Samisoni Taukei’aho and Tupou Vaa’i will add real grunt to the team along with the dynamic midfield pairing of Quinn Tupaea and Lalakai Foketi.
On the other hand, the Crusaders boast plenty of experience in knockout matches as well. Led by captain David Havili, they have an abundance of big-match experience within the team. In terms of attacks, Sevu Reece and Chay Fihaki bring a lot to the fore from outside backs positions while Noah Hotham is doing extremely well from scrumhalf position. The battle between McKenzie and the Crusaders’ defence could prove decisive while the visitors will look to their renowned composure under pressure. I am backing the home support to carry the Chiefs to victory.
Rugby Handicap Betting
Handicap Betting Tips for Today
Northampton Saints vs Leicester Tigers: Home team (-6.5) 1.91 odds
Reason for tip: The Premiership semi-finals take centre stage this weekend as Northampton Saints host Leicester Tigers in a high-stakes East Midlands derby with a place in the final up for grabs. The home side enter the clash with plenty of attacking firepower. England internationals George Furbank, Tommy Freeman and Fin Smith provide creativity and pace in the backline while the dynamic Henry Pollock and Tom Pearson bring energy and physicality to the forward pack.
The Tigers arrive with a powerful pack led by captain Ollie Chessum and fellow England international George Martin. Tommy Reffell’s breakdown expertise will be crucial in slowing Northampton’s attacking ball while Freddie Steward’s aerial dominance and Adam Radwan’s pace offer dangerous attacking outlets. Scrumhalf Jack van Poortvliet will be tasked with controlling territory and keeping the Tigers on the front foot. The battle between Fin Smith and Billy Searle could well decide the contest but the former has more big match experience. The electric backline of the visitors along with the powerful bench makes me back the Saints to win and cover the -6.5 handicap.
Rugby fixtures this weekend
Accumulator of the Day
- Chiefs vs Crusaders-Home win
- Northampton Saints vs Leicester-Home win
- St.Helens vs Warrington-Home win
Rugby Results Yesterday
- Kobe Steelers vs Kubota Spears- Home win✅
- West Tigers vs Panrith Panters- Home win✅
- Salford vs Doncaster- Home win✅
- Fiji vs USA – Home win❌
- New Zealand vs Spain – Home win✅
Rugby tomorrow
- Hurricanes vs Blues
- Bath vs Exeter Chiefs
- Pau vs Racing 92
- Hull vs Huddersfield
- Catalans Dragons vs Castleford
- NZ Warriors vs Cronulla Sharks
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.
