Australia vs New Zealand
There is just one point separating the four teams in this year’s Rugby Championship. It is probably the tightest title race since the competition began. New Zealand lead the three other teams by a single point. This match has extra significance for both teams as it also doubles as a Bledisloe Cup match. Australia need to win this match to have any chance of winning the Bledisloe Cup as there is only two matches to decide who keeps the Cup. These teams come into this match with contrasting form with NZ thrashing Argentina in their last match while Australia were beaten by the Springboks.
TIP: NZ were hit with a double blow when both Ardie Savea and Shannon Frizell were ruled out of this match. For the Wallabies flyhalf Noah Lolesio has not recovered from a head knock he suffered in the last match and this has resulted in veteran Bernard Foley being recalled in the ten jersey after many years in the wilderness. Coach Rennie has wielded the axe and has made eight changes in total. The bookies have the All Blacks as favourites but I am tipping Australia for the upset win. The best odds on this bet are as follows: Worldsportsbetting 4.75, Playabets 4.50 and Sunbet 4.70
HEAD TO HEAD STATS
Australia vs New Zealand
- New Zealand have won the last three matches between these sides.
- Australia have won two of the last four matches on home soil against NZ.
Latest results for both teams
Australia lost 24-8 to the Springboks in the last match while NZ beat Argentina 53-3 in their last match.
PREDICTION
Despite their 50 point thrashing of Argentina in their last match, the All Blacks have struggled for consistency this season as they have failed to win consecutive matches this season. The Wallabies on the other hand have always bounced back with a win after suffering a loss this season. The home team will again be looking to star winger Marika Koroibete to take the attack to the visitors and his battle with opposite number Will Jordan promises to be one of the highlights of the match. I think the loss of Savea and Frizell will cost NZ the match therefore I am backing the Aussies to win this match by 6 points.
- Probable Starting XVs
Australia
15 Andrew Kellaway, 14 Tom Wright, 13 Len Ikitau, 12 Lalakai Foketi, 11 Marika Koroibete, 10 Bernard Foley, 9 Jake Gordon, 8 Rob Valetini, 7 Pete Samu, 6 Rob Leota, 5 Matt Philip, 4 Jed Holloway, 3 Allan Alaalatoa, 2 David Porecki, 1 James Slipper (c)
New Zealand
15 Jordie Barrett, 14 Will Jordan, 13 Rieko Ioane, 12 David Havili, 11 Caleb Clarke, 10 Richie Mo’unga, 9 Aaron Smith, 8 Hoskins Sotutu, 7 Sam Cane (c), 6 Scott Barrett, 5 Samuel Whitelock, 4 Brodie Retallick, 3 Tyrel Lomax, 2 Samisoni Taukei’aho, 1 Ethan de Groot
Odds for this bet
The best odds on the Australia victory are as follows:
Worldsportsbetting 4.75
Playabets 4.50
Sunbet 4.70
Odds comparison on the Australia handicap :
The complete odds on the Australia handicap:
Worldsportsbetting (+10.5) 1.91
Sunbet (+10.5) 1.89
Playabets (+10.5) 1.81
Predictions and Odds in details
There are great odds on the Wallabies upset win but if you looking for a safer bet then I suggest the home team on the handicap. The best odds on this bet are as follows: Worldsportsbetting (+10.5) 1.91, Sunbet (+10.5) 1.89 and Playabets (+10.5) 1.81
Sports crazy fan that follows all major sport but the game with the oval ball is my real passion. Was an age level rugby coach and a huge supporter of the Springboks and diehard Liverpool man. I’m an experienced punter and sports writer whose predictions/tips are sure to stir up the emotions. I love the occasional wager on the underdog.
