England U20 vs Fiji U20
England and Fiji meet in the second round of Group B with the loser of this match likely to be eliminated in the group stage. The English lads showed great courage in their last match as they came from behind to force a draw against the much fancied Irish team while Fiji also played well for 60 minutes in their match against the Aussies before falling off badly in the last quarter.
The much heavier England pack will look to keep the match tight and rely on their forwards to dominate the match while the flying Fijians will want and open game so that their potent backline can run into open spaces.
TIP: Fiji will gain look to the accurate boot of their flyhalf Isaiah Ravula to control the match as he was outstanding in the first match. He not only was excellent with his out of hand kicking but also landed seven kicks at goal. England will be looking at giving some of their bench players a chance in this match as they were dynamic when they came on, none more so than Jacob Cusick who scored twice after coming on. The bookies have England as favourites and I’m also tipping them for the win. The best odds on this bet are as follows: Betway 1.12, Gbets 1.11 and Hollywoodbets 1.12
HEAD TO HEAD STATS
England U20 vs Fiji U20
- This is the first ever meeting between these teams at U20 level.
Latest results for both teams
England drew 34-34 against Ireland in the last match while Fiji lost 46-37 to Australia in their last match.
PREDICTION
England have always had an enormous and powerful pack and it was the reason that they managed two penalty tries against the Irish. It was great testament to the pack as the Six Nations champions Ireland also have a great pack of forwards. The Fijians showed great heart in their loss but will need more from their bench as the impact players were poor in the last quarter despite the Aussies having a man sent off. The expected wet weather will suit the English who will relish the opportunity to have test the Fijians at scrum and lineout time. The biggest weapon of the English team will be the rolling maul and the Fijians will need to find a way to defend it. I am predicting England to win by 20 points
Probable Starting XVs
England U20
15 Sam Harris, 14 Tobias Elliott, 13, Rekeiti Ma’asi-White, 12 Joseph Woodward, 11 Joe Jenkins, 10 Connor Slevin, 9 Charlie Bracken, 8 Chandler Cunningham-South, 7 Greg Fisilau, 6 Finn Carnduff, 5 Lewis Chessum (captain), 4 Harvey Cuckson, 3 Afolabi Fasogbon, 2 Finn Theobald-Thomas, 1 Asher Opoku-Fordjour.
Fiji U20
15 Tupeni Waqalala, 14 Sireli Misiwini, 13 Maika Tuitubou, 12 Epeli Waqaicece, 11 Bronson Lee, 10 Isaiah Ravula, 9 Phillp Baselala, 8 Judah Qoro Saumaisue, 7 Motikiai Murray, 6 Timoci Nakalevu, 5 Nalani May, 4 Mesake Vocevoce, 3 Breyton Legge, 2 Kavaia Tagivetaua, 1 Moses McGoon
Odds for this bet
The best odds on the England victory are as follows:
Betway 1.12
Gbets 1.11
Hollywoodbets 1.12
Odds comparison on the England handicap:
The complete odds on the England handicap:
Betway 1.90 (-17.5)
Gbets 1.87 (-17.5)
Hollywoodbets 1.89 (-17.5)
Predictions and Odds in details
There are poor returns on the England 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 (-17.5), Gbets 1.87 (-17.5) and Hollywoodbets 1.89 (-17.5)
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