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Rugby Predictions FRIDAY 24 July 2026
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Cheetahs(WIN) 1.63 odds vs Sharks
Tip 1: Cheetahs to win
Reason for the tip: Both the Cheetahs and Sharks will be looking to maintain their winning starts to the Currie Cup when they meet in this second-round clash. Both teams were pushed all the way in the opening round but managed to come away with narrow victories. The home side have been boosted by the inclusion of Springbok scrumhalf Faf de Klerk, who will combine with the experienced Jaco van der Walt to direct play. Their exciting backline features Clayton Blommetjies, Munier Hartzenberg and Prince Nkabinde. Blommetjies will be playing in his 150th match for the union.
The Sharks also arrive full of confidence after their victory over the much-fancied Pumas. Captain Thomas Dyer anchors the loose trio, while flyhalf Tim Swiel’s game management and Ross Braude’s quick service from scrumhalf will be key to unlocking the Cheetahs’ defence. Outside backs Chijindu Okonta and Marnus Potgieter possess the pace to punish any defensive lapses. Hattrick hero Lyle Matthews will be the dangerman on the wing. The match will be decided by the forward pack and this is an area the Cheetahs have the advantage therefore I am tipping a home win.
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Wakefield Trinity vs Castleford : Home team (-15.5) 1.87 odds
Reason for tip: Wakefield Trinity will be aiming to extend their impressive winning run when they host Castleford Tigers in what promises to be another entertaining Super League derby. Both teams head into the contest full of confidence after important victories, with Wakefield chasing another top-end finish while Castleford are looking to build on their morale-boosting win over Leeds Rhinos. The home side has made just one change to its squad, with Max Jowitt replacing Jordan Williams. Daryl Powell’s side has been one of the competition’s most consistent teams this season and will once again rely on the experience of Mike McMeeken, Jake Trueman and Tom Johnstone.
Castleford has understandably kept faith with the squad that stunned Leeds, making no changes despite Joe Westerman remaining unavailable. Dangerous outside backs Semi Valemei and Mikaele Ravalawa will be among the visitors’ biggest attacking threats, while Tyler Dupree and Renouf Atoni are expected to lead the forward battle. The home side holds the advantage in all the key areas therefore I am backing them to win and cover the -15.5 handicap.
Rugby fixtures this weekend
Accumulator of the Day
- Cheetahs vs Sharks-Home win
- Wakefield Trinity vs Castleford-Home win
Rugby Results Yesterday
- Cheetahs vs Lions-Home win✅
- Boland vs Bulls-Home win✅
Rugby tomorrow
- Canberra Raiders vs Wests Tigers
- Lions vs Pumas
- Griquas vs Bulls
- Canterbury Bulldogs vs New Zealand Warriors
- North Queensland Cowboys vs Brisbane Broncos
- Leigh Leopards vs Warrington Wolves
- Toulouse Olympique vs Catalans Dragons
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?
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