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 08 March 2026

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1X2 Tips For Rugby Fixtures Today

Exeter Chiefs vs Northampton Saints

Tip 1: Exeter to win 

Reason for the tip: The Premiership Rugby Cup semi-final between the Exeter Chiefs and Northampton Saints promises to be a fiercely contested battle as both sides look to secure a place in the final. Exeter will rely on the experience of captain Jack Yeandle to lead the pack, with the Chiefs traditionally strong at set piece and close-range attacking play. In the backs, England international Henry Slade brings creativity and leadership in midfield, while fullback Josh Hodge and winger Olly Woodburn provide attacking threats in open space. No.8 Greg Fisilau will also be crucial with his ball-carrying ability and physical presence around the breakdown.

Northampton arrive with a dynamic pack led by captain Callum Chick, whose work rate and leadership will be vital. Lock Juarno Augustus van der Mescht adds real power in the tight exchanges, while fly-half Anthony Belleau controls the Saints’ attack and territory. Out wide, players like James Ramm and fullback George Hendy bring pace and finishing ability. The latter scored one of the tries of the season in the last match when he ran the length of the field to score a worldie. Much could depend on which team wins the physical battle up front. Exeter’s structured forward play will test Northampton and will eventually see the home team to victory. 

Rugby Handicap Betting

Handicap Betting Tips for Today

Leicester Tigers vs Bath: Home team (-14.5)

Reason for tip:The Premiership Rugby Cup semi-final between the Leicester Tigers and Bath Rugby sets up an intriguing contest as both sides chase a place in the final. The home side field an experienced spine with veteran fullback James O’Connor providing leadership and attacking vision from the back. On the wings, Ollie Hassell-Collins offers pace and finishing ability while fly-half Billy Searle will look to control territory and guide the Tigers around the field. Captain Tommy Reffell remains a key figure in the forward pack, bringing relentless energy at the breakdown alongside No.8 Joaquin Moro.

Bath the defending champions arrive with a very young side with Will Butt leading the youngsters. Defensive organisation will be crucial, particularly with experienced international Chris Harris anchoring the midfield. Up front, hooker Dan Frost and lock Ewan Richards will aim to match Leicester’s physicality, while No.8 Arthur Green provides ball-carrying impact from the base of the scrum. The Tigers’ breakdown work and tactical kicking game could give them the edge, but Bath’s youthful energy and defensive resilience may keep the contest tight throughout. The power of the home sides starting XV and their bench makes me predict them to cover the -14.5 handicap. 

Rugby fixtures this weekend

Accumulator of the Day 

• Exeter Chiefs vs Saints- Home win
• Leicester Tigers vs Bath- Home win
• Australia vs France- Home win

Rugby Results Yesterday

• Highlanders vs Force- Home win✅
• Blues vs Crusaders- Home win✅
• Brumbies vs Reds- Home win❌
• Scotland vs France-Away win❌
• Italy vs England- Home win✅
• Suntory Sungoliath vs Dynoboars- Home win✅

Rugby tomorrow

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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.