Lions vs Bulls Predictions - Bulls to win away in a URC South African Jukskei derby
The Bulls are favorites to win against the Lions due to their superior head-to-head record and recent improvement in form. Despite the Lions' decent home performance, including a recent win against Lyon, they have struggled against the Bulls in previous encounters. The best bet is for the Bulls to cover the -5.5 handicap, particularly as they have regained form with two crucial away wins and possess strong team dynamics. Team injuries could pose challenges, but both sides are poised for a competitive clash.
- Bulls favored due to head-to-head record and form.
- Lions unbeaten in 4 of last 5 home matches.
- Bulls expected to cover -5.5 handicap.
Bulls can bank another URC away win (Getty Images)
Lions vs Bulls Predictions
Bulls are favourites on the road, with an impressive head-to-head win record and recent improvement. My best bet is the Bulls to cover the -5.5 handicap.
- Lions vs Bulls Predictions
- Head to Head
- Lions Form
- Lions Injuries & Team News
- Bulls Form
- Bulls Injuries & Team News
- Lions are unbeaten in 4 of their last 5 home matches.
- Lions come into this match off the back of a 42-33 home win over Lyon.
- Lions have lost 4 of their last 5 encounters against the Bulls.
- Bulls have won 2 of their last 5 away matches.
- Bulls come into this match off the back of a 19-17 win at Edinburgh.
Head to Head
Lions have lost four of their last five encounters against the Bulls.
Lions Form
Lions have been in good form at home so far this season, unbeaten in four of their last five home matches in all competitions. They come into this match on the back of a 43-33 home win against Lyon.
Their previous home results include wins against Ospreys (29-28), Scarlets (29-18), Ulster (49-31), and a loss against Benetton (26-18), capping off a decent run of form at home.
Lions are currently seventh in the United Rugby Championship, with 24 points after nine matches.
Lions Injuries & Team News
Lions head coach Ivan van Rooyen stated that it will come down to which team executes their respective plans to the best of their ability.
The Lions will rely on Francke Horn's leadership and work rate to set the tone at home.
Bulls Form
Bulls are currently experiencing a mixed run of form on the road, having won two of their last five matches in all competitions. They come into this match on the back of a 19-17 win at Edinburgh.
Their previous away results include losses at Northampton (50-5), Sharks (21-12), Stormers (13-8), and a win at Pau (26-24).
The Bulls are a different team than they were two months ago, ending their seven-match losing streak with two important away wins. The Bulls have never lost to the Lions at Ellis Park in the URC.
The Bulls are currently ninth in the United Rugby Championship, with 20 points after nine matches.
Bulls Injuries & Team News
The Bulls hope to carry their momentum during the successful two-week tour of Europe into their massive derby against the Lions.
Bulls loose forward, and captain in their last two wins, "Marcel Coetzee says that the Bulls must stick to their DNA".
Outside backs Sebastian de Klerk and Cheswill Jooste will be unavailable for the Lions derby after suffering concussions against Edinburgh.
Verdict
Bulls are backed to cover the -5.5 handicap against the Lions.
Bulls -5.5
Handicap
@1.91 - 4 Units
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