Fijian Drua vs Highlanders Predictions - Fijian Drua to see off the Highlanders
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- Fijian Drua have won 3 of last 4 home games.
- Highlanders have never lost to Drua, but struggle away.
- Fijian Drua tipped to cover -4.5 handicap in this clash.
Fijian Drua have been in solid form at home (Getty Images)
Fijian Drua vs Highlanders Predictions
Fijian Drua have been in solid form at home in Super Rugby this season. The Highlanders have struggled to win on the road, but they have never suffered a defeat when playing against Fijian Drua.
- Fijian Drua have won 2 of their last 5 fixtures.
- Fijian Drua have won 3 of their last 4 home games.
- Highlanders have lost 8 of their last 9 away matches.
- Highlanders have won 4 consecutive games against Fijian Drua.
Head to Head
The Highlanders have the advantage with four victories to none against the Fijian Drua in four meetings.
Fijian Drua Form
The Fijian Drua came away empty-handed in their match against the Chiefs last weekend, losing 42-22 to their hosts after trailing 28-10 at half-time.
The Fijian Drua have been in decent nick at home this season. They lost to Moana Pasifika 40-26 in their opening game, defeated the Hurricanes 25-20, the Brumbies 42-27, and lost 21-6 to the Reds before beating the Western Force 24-22.
The Fijian Drua are 9th in the Super Rugby standings with 16 points from ten matches.
The Fijian Drua have yet to register a victory against the Highlanders, but they have been performing well at home lately, winning three of their last four fixtures.
Highlanders Form
The Highlanders came from behind to secure a 27-17 home win over Moana Pasifika last weekend after trailing 10-7 at the break.
The Highlanders have played five other fixtures this season. They lost 36-14 to the Reds, 29-18 to the Crusaders, and beat Moana Pasifika 39-19 before losing 47-40 to the Blues.
The Highlanders are 7th in the Super Rugby table with 20 points from ten games.
The Highlanders have found it difficult to win on the road recently, losing eight of their last nine outings, but they have won all four meetings against Fijian Drua in Super Rugby.
Team News
Fijian Drua
Starting XV: Haereiti Hetet, Zuriel Togiatama, Mesake Doge, Isoa Nasilasila, Temo Mayanavanua (co-c), Joseva Tamani, Kitione Salawa, Elia Canakaivata, Issak Fines-Leleiwasa, Isaiah Armstrong-Ravula, Joji Nasova, Virimi Vakatawa, Tuidraki Samusamuvodre, Frank Lomani (co-c), Isikeli Rabitu
Replacements: Kavaia Tagivetaua, Emosi Tuqiri, Peni Ravai, Mesake Vocevoce, Isoa Tuwai, Philip Baselala, Kemu Valetini, Maika Tuitubou
Highlanders
Starting XV: Ethan de Groot (co-c), Jack Taylor, Angus Ta'avao, Oliver Haig, Mitch Dunshea, Te Kamaka Howden, Veveni Lasaqa, Nikora Broughton, Folau Fakatava, Cameron Millar, Jona Nareki, Timoci Tavatavanawai (co-c), Tanielu Tele'a, Jonah Lowe, Jacob Ratumaitavuki-Kneepkens
Replacements: Soane Vikena, Daniel Lienert-Brown, Saula Ma'u, Sean Withy, Lucas Casey, Adam Lennox, Taine Robinson, Xavier Tito-Harris
Verdict
Fijian Drua have played their best rugby at home this season and are tipped to cover the -4.5 handicap.
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