Rugby

Heineken Cup Betting Preview: Tough trips for French trio - but value lies at Firhill

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 12:34:02 +0000

It's been said for years that in the Heineken Cup the French can't travel. Naturally, when it comes to betting, gross generalisations usually lead to the poor house, but this weekend that view may well hold true, writes Geoffrey Riddle.

Rugby Betting: RFU can't turn back tide

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 10:40:35 +0000

The RFU and the Guinness Premiership are at loggerheads once again. Ralph Ellis can see only one winner...

Oxford v Cambridge: Everything you need to know about the Varsity Match

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 11:39:06 +0000

The 128th Varsity Match between Oxford University and Cambridge University kicks-off at 2pm on Thursday. The game, which has been played at Twickenham since 1921, has traditionally been a chance for fans to have a look at future internationals. But does it provide any decent betting opportunities? Former Light Blue Tobias Gourlay investigates.

Guinness Premiership Betting Preview: Kicking against the...

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 16:40:29 +0000

Geoffrey Riddle has a bee in his bonnet about this weekend's televised game - he wanted Wasps - and is full of dire predictions about the contest between Saracens and Sale. But that doesn't mean there aren't betting opportunities...

Rugby Betting: Where the wild things are

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 14:41:55 +0000

The latest chapter in a rich tradition takes place at Twickenham on Saturday when the Barbarians take on the All Blacks. Ralph Ellis believes that Graham Henry's men could be vulnerable against a strong Ba-ba's line-up.

International Rugby Betting: Will Australia finish tour on a bum note?

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 10:06:49 +0000

It's been a good autumn for the northern hemisphere (okay, forget about England) and there's an outside chance of another pair of upsets when France and Wales take on the All Blacks and Wallabies on Saturday

Guinness Premiership Betting Preview: Will Irish sink in mud Bath?

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 12:44:42 +0000

As long as London Irish can organise their tight five in time for Saturday, the Exiles' encounter with Bath promises to be close. Geoffrey Riddle selects the best bets.

Guinness Premiership Betting: Cockerill rant reflects Tigers' frustration

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 11:29:31 +0000

After accusing a referee of being out of his depth, Richard Cockerill has become the latest manager to find himself in hot water. Ralph Ellis discusses the consequences of the Leicester boss's four week ban.

The Perfect Punter: Chapter 17- Know what's in the mind of those you're betting on

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 17:24:26 +0000

This week The Perfect Punter tells us why being comfortable with one's own mind is only half the battle and why we as punters also need to know what's going on in the mind of those we are actually punting on....

Autumn Internationals Betting: Early points expected at Murrayfield as fast starters get it on

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:33:29 +0000

Geoffrey Riddle surveys the betting battleground from this weekend's international clashes across the British Isles. Read his pick of the odds from Scotland v Australia, Ireland v Fiji and Wales v Argentina here

England v New Zealand: Lineout dominance can lead to crushing All Black victory

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:03:55 +0000

Geoffrey Riddle speaks with the New Zealand lineout combo of hooker Andrew Hore and lock Tom Donnelly ahead of Saturday's encounter with England

The Betfair Contrarian: Why England will beat New Zealand

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:12:39 +0000

Only the truly bold should follow the Contrarian this week as he backs England to beat the All Blacks at [8.4] on Betfair.

England v New Zealand: Back-room team takes flak over faltering England

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:00:57 +0000

England go into Saturday's clash with New Zealand as huge underdogs after poor performances against Australia and Argentina - but could the support coaches be to blame? That's the line coming out of the England camp. Ralph Ellis reports

Late O'Driscoll magic seals big winnings for draw backers

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 16:46:37 +0000

Australians denied by 100-cap wonder who scores late and low in dramatic finish

Four Nations Final Betting: England v Australia

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 10:08:13 +0000

Rugby League maestro George Riley searches for the best bets ahead of tonight's Four Nations final