Round 6 of the 2024 Currie Cup kicks off with 3 fixtures on Saturday and 1 on Sunday.
On Saturday the Golden Lions will host the Pumas, followed by the Griffons travelling to take on the Blue Bulls and then Western Province v the Cheetahs in Cape Town. Sunday sees the Sharks hosting the Griquas.
We will take a look at these 4 matches from a betting angle and make some suggested bets.
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SATURDAY
Lions v Pumas – Click here to bet
The Lions put in yet another solid performance last weekend as they travelled to play the Griquas. They won the match 36-28 for their fourth win of the season. This keeps them at the top of their group and in prime position to make the playoffs.
The Pumas hosted the Sharks last weekend in an enthralling match that ended 44-44, the second draw of round 5. They remain second in their group, 5 points clear of the Sharks.
Head-to-Head
The two sides met in the second round with the Pumas hosting the match. The Lions pulled off their best performance of the season winning the match 21-75 despite starting underdogs.
Both teams are sitting on 18 points and will want the win to go top of the group.
The Lions are favourites to win the match and are trading at 1.33 while the Pumas are trading at 3.40.
If the last encounter between the two sides is anything to go by, the Lions should have this one in the bag.
Handicap: Lions [-7.5]
BET: Handicap, Lions [-7.5] at 1.85
Blue Bulls v Griffons – Click here to bet
The Blue Bulls would have been expecting a win last weekend as the travelled to take on the Cheetahs. The match ended in a 34-34 draw ending the Bulls 100% streak.
The Griffons took on Western Province in Cape Town losing the match 39-17 in another performance that was better than the start of the season as WP started 40 point favourites.
Head-to-Head
The two sides met in round 2 in Welkom. The Blue Bulls sent out a strong side that comfortably won the match 10-52 away from home.
The Bulls are favourites to win the match and are trading at 1.01 while the Griffons are trading at 26.00.
The Griffons have found some form recently and while they are yet to win a match, they have lost their last two matches by no more than 22 points.
Handicap: Griffons [+38.5]
BET: Handicap, Griffons [+38.5] at 1.85
Western Province v Cheetahs – Click here to bet
Western Province hosted the Griffons last weekend, only winning the match 39-17 in Cape Town. They sit 3rd on the log in Group A 5 points behind the Cheetahs.
The Cheetahs hosted the Blue Bulls and pulled off a brilliant comeback to tie the match at 34-34 after being well behind early. The Cheetahs will want to secure the win this weekend and keep their second-place spot on the table.
Head-to-Head
The Cheetahs hosted the second-round fixture between the two sides and won the match 37-17.
They are favourites to win the match and are trading at 1.53 while Western Province are trading at 2.55.
The Cheetahs should be able to pull off a win away from home against what has been a disappointing WP side.
Handicap: Cheetahs [-4.5]
BET: Handicap, Cheetahs [-4.5] at 1.85.
SUNDAY
Sharks v Griquas – Click here to bet
The Sharks are coming off the back of an impressive draw away from home against the Pumas after losing to them in the third round at home. They are 3rd in Group B 6 points behind the Pumas and the Lions.
The Griquas had a solid performance against the Lions last weekend but fell short losing the match by 8 points. They are bottom of the log 4 points behind the Sharks.
Head-to-Head
The Griquas pulled off a huge win in the second round against the Sharks at home winning the match 34-31.
However, because the Sharks are at home they are favourites to win and are trading at 1.40 while the Griquas are trading at 3.00.
The Sharks have only won one match so far this season but after last weekend’s solid performance away from home it looks as if they are turning their season around.
Handicap: Sharks [-6.5]
BET: Handicap, Sharks [-6.5] at 1.85.
Note: All prices correct at the time of writing but are subject to change
