Moana Pasifika vs Crusaders Predictions - Crusaders backed in Super Rugby clash
In the exciting upcoming rugby match between Moana Pasifika and the Crusaders, the latter are anticipated to dominate, supported by their impressive head-to-head record and potent offense. The Crusaders have been consistent on the road, winning three of their last five away games, scoring over 30 points in several instances. Meanwhile, Moana Pasifika have shown mixed results, with three home victories out of five recent matches but are still positioned last in the league. There is a strong sentiment for the Crusaders to cover the -25.5 handicap.
- Crusaders are strong favorites with a -25.5 handicap.
- Moana Pasifika's home form includes 3 wins from last 5.
- Crusaders won 3 of last 5 away games, scoring 30+ in several matches.
Crusaders tipped for big win (Getty Images)
Moana Pasifika vs Crusaders Predictions
Crusaders are strong favourites on the road with an impressive head-to-head record. My best bet is the Crusaders to cover the -25.5 handicap.
- Moana Pasifika vs Crusaders Predictions
- Head to Head
- Pasifika
- Crusaders Form
- Moana vs Crusaders Injuries & Team News
- Moana Pasifika have won 3 of their last 5 home matches.
- Moana Pasifika have lost 4 of their last 5 meetings against the Crusaders.
- Moana Pasifika come into this match off the back of a 35-19 defeat against the Force.
- Crusaders have won 3 of their last 5 away matches.
- Crusaders have scored 30-plus points in three of their last 5 matches.
Head to Head
Moana Pasifika have lost four of their last five meetings against the Crusaders.
Moana
Pasifika
FormMoana Pasifika have had a mixed run of form at home, winning three of their last five home matches in all competitions. They come into this match on the back of a 35-19 defeat against the Force.
Their previous home results include a win against the Waratahs (45-28), a loss against the Brumbies (24-0), followed by wins against Fijian Drua (34-15) and the Blues (27-21).
Moana Pasifika are currently 11th(last) in the United Rugby Championship with four points after five matches.
Crusaders Form
Crusaders are experiencing a decent run of form on the road, winning three of their last five away matches. They come into this match on the back of a 29-13 loss at the Blues.
Their previous away results include wins at the Waratahs (48-33) and the Brumbies (33-31), followed by a loss at the Highlanders (25-23) and a win at the Chiefs (43-33).
Crusaders are currently eighth in the United Rugby Championship, with nine points after five matches.
Moana vs Crusaders Injuries & Team News
Moana: Players unavailable due to injuries include prop Lolani Faleiva, lock/flankerJimmy Tupou, flanker Tupou Afungia, scrum-half Jonathan Taumateine, scrum-half Melani Matavao, and centre Israel Leota.
Julian Savea returns to the side, while young halfback Joel Lam is to make his first Super Rugby start against his hometown team.
Crusaders: Injured players include Macca Springer, James White, Johnny McNicholl, David Havili, Taha Kemara, Liam Jack, Maloni Kunawave, Cooper Roberts, Cullen Grace, Kershawl Sykes-Martin, Dom Gardiner, Aki Tuivailala and Rivez Reihana.
Verdict
Crusaders are tipped to cover the -25.5 handicap.
Crusaders -25.5
Handicap
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