Lions vs Dragons Predictions - Lions strongly backed to win at home in a United Rugby Championship clash
The Lions are expected to continue their strong home form against the Dragons, who have been struggling on the road. With Lions having won their last five encounters against the Dragons and coming off a significant win against Edinburgh, they are the firm favorites to cover a -20.5 handicap. The Dragons, placed 15th in the United Rugby Championship, face a tough challenge as they aim to break their five-match away losing streak. The Lions' robust performance and confidence suggest a home advantage and a likely extension of the Dragons' away woes.
- Lions are resilient at home, favored to cover -18.5 handicap.
- Dragons struggles on the road, losing their last 5 away matches.
- Crucial URC game with the Lions fighting to remain in the playoff spots.
Lions are tough to beat at home (Getty Images).
Lions vs Dragons Predictions
Lions are strong favourites at home against a Dragons side that has lost their last five matches on the road. My best bet is the Lions to cover the -20.5 handicap.
- Lions have won 4 of their last 5 home matches.
- Lions come into this match on the back of a 54-17 win against Edinburgh.
- Lions have won their last 5 encounters against the Dragons.
- Dragons have lost their last 5 away matches.
- Dragons come into this match on the back of a 29-21 defeat at the Stormers.
Head to Head
Lions have won their last five encounters against the Dragons.
Lions Form
Lions have had an impressive run of form at home, winning four of their last five home matches in all competitions. They come into this match on the back of a 54-17 home win against Edinburgh.
Their previous home results include a win against Lyon (42-33), a loss against the Bulls (52-17), followed by wins against the Sharks (34-22), and the Stormers (24-10), capping off what has been a good run of form at home.
The Lions are in strong form after a convincing 54-17 win against Edinburgh and having secured top spot in the South African Shield following wins against the Sharks and Stormers.
Lions are currently seventh in the United Rugby Championship, with 38 points after 13 matches.
Lions Injuries & Team News
Key player Springbok prop Asenathi Ntlabakanye is facing a disciplinary hearing this week and will not be available for selection.
The Lions have been growing in confidence on attack, with consistent performances from their core group.
Dragons Form
Dragons are experiencing a poor run of form on the road, having lost their last five matches in all competitions. They come into this match on the back of a 29-21 defeat at the Stormers.
Their previous away results include losses at Cardiff (22-19), Benetton (74-21), Munster (22-20), and Ospreys (19-13).
Dragons are currently 15th in the United Rugby Championship, with 20 points after 13 matches.
Dragons Injuries & Team News
The Dragons are likely to make minimal changes to their match-day 23, having recently held tight in defence against the Stormers.
Verdict
The Lions are backed to cover the -20.5 handicap against the Dragons.
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