South Africa's Best Bets This Week

This Week's Betting Preview: New Rugby Seasons Kick Off as AFCON Qualifiers Take Centre Stage

There is plenty of sporting action to look forward to this week across rugby, football, cricket and horse racing. At Bets.co.za, you'll find the latest previews, betting odds, predictions and expert tips covering the biggest fixtures and competitions throughout the week.

This week, the focus remains on the CAF Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, with the second round of group matches taking place across the continent. South Africa are back in action on Wednesday when they face Eritrea in Cairo before taking on Egypt in an international friendly on Sunday. There is no Betway Premiership action this weekend due to the international break, while several other African nations will also play friendlies after completing their AFCON qualifying fixtures.

The NPC reaches the final round of the regular season this week, with teams battling for the best possible positions ahead of the playoffs. The United Rugby Championship and Rugby Premiership continue with round two, while the Top 14 moves into round five. All four South African URC franchises are in action, with the Lions and Sharks at home and the Stormers and Bulls playing away.

The Asian Games men's cricket tournament reaches the knockout stages this week, with the semi-finals and medal matches taking place. South Africa and Australia complete their ODI series on Wednesday, while India and the West Indies continue their three-match ODI series. The ICC Cricket World Cup League 2 also resumes this weekend, with Namibia, the UAE and USA in action, while attention will soon turn towards the three-match Test series between South Africa and Australia, which starts next week.

We have the best horse racing events in South Africa covered throughout the week, with betting tips, predictions and the latest odds available for the major meetings.