150lionsCouch Critic previews the betting and provides a tip for each match in Round 15 of Super Rugby, brought to you courtesy of BetOlimp.co.za

 

 

 

 

 

The Jaguares exceeded my expectations, as did the Blues. The worst slip-up of the weekend came in the Reds vsWaratahs game – instead of an expected Aussie struggle it was a points-fest which cost me plenty. The last game of the weekend saved our bacon the half time call as well as the Betolimp Special Bet of Ennor as Last Tryscorer came home. Let’s look at what awaits in Week 15 of Super Rugby.

 

Chiefs vs Reds(Friday @ 09:35)

Hardly a game to get excited about. Chiefs still miss Retallick and Anton Lienert-Brown is also sitting out. The Reds have star player Kerevi taking a rest.

Verdict: These are two of the weakest looking squads in the competition and I’ll only have a nibble on the home side taking the win by a narrow margin.

Best Bet: Half time winning margin - Chiefs to lead by 1-7 points @ 3.24 with BETOLIMP

BETOLIMP Special Bet: Chiefs to win by 1-12 points @ 3.00

 

Brumbies vs Bulls(Friday @ 11:35)

The Bulls were impressive in beating the Rebels last week but this time around they will have to do it without Pollard. The Brumbies have selected a strong side and boast he best set-piece of all the Aussie teams.

Verdict: This Brumbies side have only lost one game in their last 5 outings and that was away to the Jags. They are team on the up and I reckon the Bulls will struggle to replicate their performance of last week in Canberra.

Best Bet: Brumbies to beat the handicap of -6.5 @ 1.86

 

Sunwolves vs Rebels(Saturday @ 07:15)

Two teams that are tough to call at present – Rebels seem to be taking a second half of the comp dip whilst no one can predict how motivated the Sunwolves will remain as their last tournament draws to a close. In their last outing in Tokyo the Wolves were at the wrong end of a 50-point hiding.

Verdict: Some alternative betting (for small stakes) could be the best way to go here. Hugh Roach gets a rare start for the Rebels so I expect him to come out like a bull in a china shop. Ditto bad boy, AmanakiMafi for the Sunwolves.

Best Bet: First half winning margin – Rebels to lead by 1-7 points @ 3.06 with BETOLIMP

BETOLIMP Special Bet: Anytime Tryscorer – Hugh Roach @ 3.90 &AmanakiMafi @ 4.30

 

Crusaders vs Blues(Saturday @ 09:35)

The Crusaders will be keen on putting after hours shenanigans behind them and letting their play take the headlines. The Blues kept their campaign alive by beating the Chiefs but they should be brought right back down to ground in Christchurch.

Verdict: I think the Saders will come out firing back at home base. It is also a big boost to them that Joe Moody returns at loosehead. Substitute outside back, Ennor did us proud last week and I see no reason to jump ship this time around.

Best bet: First half handicap – Crusaders -6.5 @ 1.81 with BETOLIMP

BETOLIMP Special Bet: Last Tryscorer – BraydonEnnor @ 9.50

 

Waratahs vs Jaguares (Saturday @ 11:45)

Verdict:The Jaguares get under estimated on a weekly basis. This has happened again this week and I will use the opportunity offered to me.

Best Bet: Jaguares to win the game @ 2.31 with BETOLIMP

BETOLIMP Special Bet: Last Tryscorer – Creevy @ 19.00 

 

Stormers vs Highlanders (Saturday @ 15:05)

Verdict: Kolisi settled for the draw last week but he will be looking for much more this time around. I’ll back the home side to get the job done with room to spare.

Best Bet: Stormers to beat the alternative handicap of -8.5 @ 2.71 with BETOLIMP

BETOLIMP Special Bet: HT-FT Winning Margin – Stormers 1-8/Stormers 13+@ 10.50

 

Sharks vs Lions (Saturday @ 17:15)

They have managed to get the job done the past two weeks but the Lions have hardly been in vintage form and will still be without Whitely in Durban. The Sharks have selected a decent looking side and will be keen to re-ignite their campaign back on home soil.

Verdict: The Sharks should be up for this one in a big way whilst the Lions will struggle to play their normal expansive game in Durban.

Best Bet: Half Time/Full Time – Sharks/Sharks @ 1.87 with BETOLIMP

BETOLIMP Special Bet: Sharks to win by 1-12 points @ 2.95

 

Note, odds quoted are available at the time of writing but are subject to change

 

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