Blues vs Crusaders Predictions - Crusaders to edge the Blues on the road
The upcoming Blues vs Crusaders match in Auckland is generating excitement as the Crusaders are favored to win with a narrow handicap of -1.5 points. Despite their home form being strong with four wins in the last five matches, the Blues face a tough challenge against a Crusaders team that has dominated previous encounters. The match promises to be intense, with the Crusaders' promising road form adding an edge. Both teams are dealing with significant player absences, which may influence the outcome of the game.
- Crusaders favored with a -1.5 handicap.
- Blues strong at home but struggle against Crusaders.
- Key player injuries in both teams.
Blues vs Crusaders Predictions
Crusaders are favourites on the road, with a four-out-of-five head-to-head win record. My best bet is the Crusaders to cover the -1.5 handicap.
- Blues have won 4 of their last 5 home matches.
- Blues have won 1 of their last 5 meetings against the Crusaders.
- Blues come into this match off the back of a 19-15 defeat against the Chiefs.
- Crusaders have won 4 of their last 5 away matches.
- Crusaders come into this match off the back of a 43-33 win at the Chiefs.
Head to Head
Blues have won one of their last five meetings against the Crusaders.
Blues Form
Blues have been in decent form at home, winning four of their last five home matches in all competitions. They come into this match on the back of a 19-15 defeat against the Chiefs.
Their previous home results include wins against the Hurricanes (19-18), Moana Pasifika (36-17), Force (40-9), and the Waratahs (46-6).
Blues are currently fifth in Super Rugby with six points after three matches.
Crusaders Form
Crusaders have experienced a good run of form on the road, winning four of their last five matches in all competitions. They come into this match on the back of a 43-33 victory at the Chiefs.
Their previous away results include wins at Hurricanes (31-24), Waratahs (48-33), Brumbies (33-31), and a loss at Highlanders (25-23).
Crusaders are currently seventh in Super Rugby, with five points after three matches.
Blues vs Crusaders Team News
Blues: Players unavailable include Cameron Christie (knee, out for the season), Corey Evans (ankle), Cole Forbes (ankle), Joshua Fusitu’a (elbow), Jordan Lay (concussion), Laghlan McWhannell (concussion), Bradley Slater (abdomen), Payton Spencer (concussion), Patrick Tuipulotu (shoulder), and Flyn Yates (neck).
Crusaders: Players unavailable include Macca Springer (quad), Mitch Drummond (concussion), Johnny McNicoll (hamstring), Liam Jack (hamstring), Maloni Kunawave (hamstring), Cooper Roberts (fibula), Cullen Grace (knee), Taylor Cahill (shoulder), George Bell (foot), Kershawl Sykes (hip) and Will Jordan (resting policy).
Verdict
Crusaders are backed to edge the Blues by more than 1.5 points in Auckland on Saturday.
Crusaders -1.5
Handicap
@1.91 - 5 Units
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