Golden Lions vs Western Province Predictions - Lions to cruise past Province in Currie Cup
- Golden Lions won 10 out of 12 2024 Currie Cup matches.
- Lions defeated Western Province 4 times in last 5 Currie Cup meetings.
- Western Province has lost 8 of their last 11 Currie Cup matches.
Lions can secure comfortable win against WP (Getty Images)
Golden Lions vs Western Province Predictions
The Lions were in good form last week against the Sharks and should continue that run this weekend. I am backing the hosts to cover the -17.5 handicap against Western Province.
- Golden Lions vs Western Province Predictions
- Head to Head
- Golden Lions Form
- Golden Lions Injuries & Team News
- Western Province Form
- Western Province Injuries & Team News
- Golden Lions won 10 of their 12 2024 round robin Currie Cup matches.
- Golden Lions have won 4 of their last 5 Currie Cup matches against Western Province.
- Western Province have lost 8 of their last 11 Currie Cup matches.
Head to Head
The Lions hold a 4-1 lead in their last five Currie Cup games against Western Province. This does not include URC fixtures.
Golden Lions Form
The Lions had a very strong 2024 Currie Cup season and arguably should have won the tournament. However, in the final, they made a critical error in the final minute which allowed the Sharks to snatch the game with the last kick of the game.
Coming into this season, the Lions are again among the favourites to challenge for the title. They showed that last week in their round one fixture.
In a repeat of the 2024 final, the Lions got their revenge, thrashing the Sharks 46-5 at home. They dominated from the first whistle of the match and arguably should have own by a greater margin.
Golden Lions Injuries & Team News
There could be a few rotational changes for the Lions after a convincing win. However, they will want to put in a strong performance in their first home game of the season.
Western Province Form
Western Province are the most successful Currie Cup team in history but they’ve hardly been challenging for the last few seasons. Off field issues have not really allowed them to build the squad depth required to really put out a good side in the Currie Cup whilst keeping their URC players rested.
Last week, in their round one fixture at home to the Bulls, Province went into the game as favourites. However, while it was tight at times, they never really looked capable of beating the Bulls.
In the end, the Blue Bulls won the derby 48-23 in Cape Town, picking up a bonus point against the archrivals.
Western Province Injuries & Team News
Western Province are likely to look to make a few changes this weekend. Last weekend simply wasn’t good enough.
Verdict
Golden Lions are tipped to win this fixture by more than 17.5 points. The total points market, once available, could also offer value.
Lions -17.5
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