Rebels vs Force
In an all Aussie clash, the Reds take on the Force in this crucial Super Rugby match. Both teams come into this match in contrasting form with the Rebels losing to the Highlanders while the Force upset the high flying Brumbies. The home team have an outside chance of making the playoffs but they will need to win this match and their final game to have any chance. The Force are in a better position as they are in 8th spot with 22 points, six ahead of their opponents in this match. The home side will be looking to be more creative in attack as they looked out of ideas in the last match.
TIP: The Rebels have been boosted by the return of Josh Kemeny and Carter Gordon. Gordon in particular will make a major difference as his free running style will give his team an added bonus in attack. The Force have stuck mainly to the same team and its no surprise as they easily saw off the much fancied Brumbies in the last match. The bookies have the Rebels as favourites and I’m also tipping them for the win. The best odds on this bet are as follows: Betway 1.47, Gbets 1.45 and Hollywoodbets 1.48
HEAD TO HEAD STATS
Rebels vs Force
- The Force have won three of the last four matches against the Rebels.
- The away team has won four of the last five matches between these sides.
Latest results for both teams
The Highlanders beat the Rebels 20-17 in their last match while the Force beat the Brumbies 34-19 in their last match.
PREDICTION
The Rebels have played some of the most attractive rugby in the competition especially in the first half but it is their performance in the second half of games that has left a lot to be desired. They will be hoping that their replacements can bring the much needed energy to finally close out a match successfully. The Force have been a revelation this season and the introduction of flyhalf Max Burey has been a masterstroke. He has shown great maturity and brought calm to the team with his controlling of the game. I am predicting a home win by 10 points.
Probable Starting XVs
Rebels
15 Andrew Kellaway, 14 Lachie Anderson, 13 Lukas Ripley, 12 Reece Hodge, 11 Monty Ioane, 10 Carter Gordon, 9 Ryan Louwrens, 8 Richard Hardwick, 7 Brad Wilkin (c), 6 Josh Kemeny, 5 Matt Philip, 4 Josh Canham, 3 Sam Talakai, 2 Jordan Uelese, 1 Matt Gibbon
Force
15 Chase Tiatia, 14 Zach Kibirge, 13 Sam Spink, 12 Hamish Stewart, 11 Manasa Mataele, 10 Max Burey, 9 Issak Fines-Leleiwasa, 8 Rahboni Vosayaco, 7 Carlo Tizzano, 6 Michael Wells (c), 5 Jeremy Williams, 4 Felix Kalapu, 3 Siosifa Amone, 2 Folau Fainga’a, 1 Angus Warner
Odds for this bet
The best odds on the Rebels victory are as follows:
Betway 1.47
Gbets 1.45
Hollywoodbets 1.48
Odds comparison on the Rebels handicap:
The complete odds on the Rebels handicap:
Betway 1.90 (-6.5)
Gbets 1.87 (-6.5)
Hollywoodbets 1.89 (-6.5)
Predictions and Odds in details
There are decent returns on the Rebels outright win but if you looking for better odds then we suggest the home team on the handicap. The best odds on this bet are as follows: Betway 1.90 (-6.5), Gbets 1.87 (-6.5) and Hollywoodbets 1.89 (-6.5)
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