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Rugby Predictions for FRIDAY 16 January 2026
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Latest Betway Rugby odds
| Date and Time | Event Name | Winner Odds | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16-01-2026 18:00 | Uson Nevers v Provence Rugby | 2.1123.001.72 | Bet Now |
| 16-01-2026 18:30 | US Carcassonne v US Dax | 1.9220.001.89 | Bet Now |
| 16-01-2026 18:30 | Biarritz Olympique v Soyaux Angouleme | 1.2125.004.30 | Bet Now |
| 16-01-2026 18:30 | AS Beziers Herault v Stade Aurillacois | 1.1230.005.80 | Bet Now |
| 16-01-2026 18:30 | Colomiers Rugby v US Oyonnax | 1.1330.005.40 | Bet Now |
| 16-01-2026 18:30 | Stade Montois Rugby v Valence Romans Drome | 2.4020.001.58 | Bet Now |
| 16-01-2026 19:35 | Melrose RFC v Selkirk RFC | 1.2922.003.60 | Bet Now |
| 16-01-2026 20:00 | Section Paloise v Bulls | 1.1929.004.50 | Bet Now |
| 16-01-2026 20:00 | FC Grenoble Rugby v SU Agen | 1.0735.007.20 | Bet Now |
| 16-01-2026 20:00 | Bath Rugby v Edinburgh Rugby | 1.0170.0021.00 | Bet Now |
1X2 Tips For Rugby Fixtures Today
Pau vs Bulls
Tip 1: Bulls to win
Reason for the tip: Bath host Edinburgh in a compelling European clash that promises attacking rugby and heavyweight collisions. The English side look well balanced with Scottish maestro Finn Russell pulling the strings at fly-half and Ben Spencer providing control and leadership from scrum-half. Out wide, the power of Joe Cokanasiga and the pace of Henry Arundell give Bath serious strike potential while Ollie Lawrence’s direct running will test Edinburgh’s midfield defence. Up front, Sam Underhill and Alfie Barbeary set the tone physically, supported by a solid front row anchored by Beno Obano and Thomas du Toit.
Edinburgh arrive with dangerous threats of their own, particularly through the electric Darcy Graham and the work rate of Ben Muncaster at the back of the scrum. Ross Thompson will be tasked with managing territory and tempo while captain Ben Vellacott looks to speed the game up around the fringes. The Scottish pack is mobile and competitive but may struggle for sustained dominance against Bath’s heavier forwards. Bath have international experience across the park while the visitors have a number of newbies including a debut for winger Malelili Satala. I am backing the home side to win and cover the -26.5 handicap.
Rugby Handicap Betting
Handicap Betting Tips for Today
Bath vs Edinburgh: Home team (-26.5)
Reason for tip: Bath host Edinburgh in a compelling European clash that promises attacking rugby and heavyweight collisions. The English side looks well balanced with Scottish maestro Finn Russell pulling the strings at fly-half and Ben Spencer providing control and leadership from scrum-half. Out wide, the power of Joe Cokanasiga and the pace of Henry Arundell give Bath serious strike potential while Ollie Lawrence’s direct running will test Edinburgh’s midfield defence. Up front, Sam Underhill and Alfie Barbeary set the tone physically, supported by a solid front row anchored by Beno Obano and Thomas du Toit.
Edinburgh arrive with dangerous threats of their own, particularly through the electric Darcy Graham and the work rate of Ben Muncaster at the back of the scrum. Ross Thompson will be tasked with managing territory and tempo while captain Ben Vellacott looks to speed the game up around the fringes. The Scottish pack is mobile and competitive but may struggle for sustained dominance against Bath’s heavier forwards. Bath have international experience across the park while the visitors have a number of newbies including a debut for winger Malelili Satala. I am backing the home side to win and cover the -26.5 handicap.
Rugby fixtures this weekend
Accumulator of the Day
- Bath vs Edinburgh-Home win
- Pau vs Bulls- Away win
- Dragons vs Red Bull Newcastle- Home win
Rugby Results Yesterday
- Harlequins vs Stormers- Away win❌
- Toulon vs Munster- Home win✅
- Saracens vs Toulouse- Home win✅
- Bordeaux vs Saints- Home win✅
Rugby tomorrow
- Sharks vs Clermont
- Bayonne vs Leinster
- Stormers vs Leicester Tigers
- Munster vs Castres
- Toulouse vs Sale Sharks
- Gloucester vs Toulon
- Perpignan vs Lions
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.
