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 16 NOVEMBER 2025

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Scotland vs Argentina

Tip 1: Scotland to win 

Reason for the tip: Scotland will be looking to bounce back from their defeat to the All Blacks when they play host to Argentina at Murrayfield. The Scots boast a potent back-line anchored by Fly-half Finn Russell, whose creativity and vision will be vital in unlocking the Pumas’ defence. Flying winger Darcy Graham will mark his 50th cap and alongside fellow winger Kyle Steyn, whose speed and opportunism are key threats. Captain Sione Tuipulotu and Rory Hutchinson will be key in attack and defence while Blair Kinghorn at fullback provides both solidity under the high ball and counter-attacking flair.

Argentina comes into the match with several changes with talisman Pablo Matera starting from the bench. Julian Montoya leads their forward pack from hooker while the back row features Juan Martín González and Santiago Grondona. In their back-line, Gerónimo Prisciantelli will direct play at fly-half, paired with scrum-half Simón Benítez Cruz while Juan Cruz Mallía, also celebrating his 50th cap at fullback. Scotland will rely on tempo and quick ruck ball, while Argentina will aim to dominate at the breakdown and force turnovers. The Scottish backline led by Russell will be the deciding factor therefore I am backing a home win. 

Rugby Handicap Betting

Handicap Betting Tips for Today

Harlequins vs Saracens: Home team (+17.5)

Reason for tip:Harlequins will be looking to make a statement in this London derby as they host Saracens in this Premiership Cup match. Quins have named a number of academy players in their team while the visitors have a much more experienced team. In the forwards. Harlequins will want to build off their recent good form in the PREM although there are a number of changes in personnel.  

Saracens on the other hand will be counting on experienced internationals like Tom Willis and Max Malins to get them over the line. The former in particular is devastating when he receives good ball on the front foot. Harlequins will aim to play fast and exploit space as they will want to avoid a physical battle while Saracens will respond with a more structured game plan which will rely on set piece dominance. I am backing the visitors to win and cover the -16.5 handicap.

Rugby fixtures this weekend

Accumulator of the Day 

• Harlequins vs Saracens- Away win
• Scotland vs Argentina- Home win

Rugby Results Yesterday

• Italy vs South Africa- Away win✅
• England vs New Zealand- Home win✅
• Wales vs Japan- Home win✅
• France vs Fiji- Home win✅
• Ireland vs Australia- Home win✅
• Georgia vs Canada- Home win✅
• Romania vs USA- 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.