Reds vs Force
Both teams ended long losing streaks in their last match as the Reds beat Moana Pasifika and the Force recorded an upset win over the Highlanders. The home side started the season with aspirations of a top four finish but have failed to produce the goods. The visitors have been unlucky in a few matches as they have lost by a just a single score. They have been trailing in most matches at halftime but in the last match they started well and ended winning the game.
TIP: The Reds seemed to have some cohesion in their attack in the last match as they played James O’Connor as inside centre giving them two playmakers along with Lawson Creighton. The Force were excellent in all facets of their win against the Highlanders and have kept the changes to a minimum. The home side have the edge in the forwards although the visitors seem to have the stronger bench. The bookies have the Reds as favourites and I’m also tipping them for the win. The best odds on this bet are as follows: Betway 1.33, Gbets 1.34 and Hollywoodbets 1.32
HEAD TO HEAD STATS
Reds vs Force
- The Reds have won four of the last five matches against the Force.
- The Reds have lost two of their last four home matches against the Force.
Latest results for both teams
The Reds beat Moana Pasifika 40-28 in their last match while the Force beat the Highlanders 30-17 in their last match.
PREDICTION
The Reds have missed their powerhouse prop Taniela Tupou as they have not had the dominance at scrum time that they enjoyed in past seasons. They however have one of the best loose trios in the competition and will be expecting more from the likes of Harry Wilson and co-captain Liam Wright. The Force have always been a battling side devoid of flashy plays but this season they have shown ambition in attack with the acquisition of Zach Kibirge making a huge difference. The ex-Wasps has been scoring tries for fun and his wing partner Manasa Mataele has always been in great form. I am predicting a Reds win by more than ten points
Probable Starting XVs
Reds
15 Jordan Petaia, 14 Suliasi Vunivalu, 13 Josh Flook, 12 James O’Connor, 11 Jock Campbell, 10 Lawson Creighton, 9 Tate McDermott (cc), 8 Harry Wilson, 7 Fraser McReight, 6 Liam Wright (cc), 5 Seru Uru, 4 Connor Vest, 3 Zane Nonggorr, 2 Matt Faessler, 1 Sef Fa’agase
Western Force
15 Chase Tiatia, 14 Zach Kibirge, 13 Sam Spink, 12 Hamish Stewart, 11 Manasa Mataele, 10 Bryce Hegarty, 9 Issak Fines-Leleiwasa, 8 Michael Wells (c), 7 Carlo Tizzano, 6 Tim Anstee, 5 Jeremy Williams, 4 Felix Kalapu, 3 Santiago Medrano, 2 Tom Horton, 1 Charlie Hancock
Odds for this bet
The best odds on the Reds victory are as follows:
Betway 1.33
Gbets 1.34
Hollywoodbets 1.32
Odds comparison on the Reds handicap:
The complete odds on the Reds handicap:
Betway 1.85 (-9.5)
Gbets 1.87 (-9.5)
Hollywoodbets 1.89 (-9.5)
Predictions and Odds in details
There are poor returns on the Reds 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 1.85 (-9.5), Gbets 1.87 (-9.5) and Hollywoodbets 1.89 (-9.5)
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