The Greatest Rivalry Tour continues on Sunday morning for the 3rd test between the Springboks and All Blacks at FNB Stadium in Soweto.
We have our Springboks vs All Blacks prediction for the 3rd test, where the latest rugby odds have the Springboks at short odds to win.
There was a big betting drift with the All Blacks last week, who went from an opening quote of +5.5 to +7.5, and that proved vital for punters who waited for a better line.
They covered the +7.5 line with a late try, and they had a chance to tie the game at the very end. However, they fell to a 33-26 loss, which ties the series at 1-1, with the all-important 3rd test on the horizon.
There is a lack of respect for the All Blacks with Springboks vs All Blacks odds. They were the much better team in the 1st test, and barring some average moments last week, we thought they played better on attack.
They’ll need to limit how many chances South Africa gets close to the line, but if they can defend the rolling maul, they should come close to winning. Therefore, the +7.5 line is worth including in Springboks vs All Blacks tips.
The Springboks and All Blacks combined for 59 points last week, but we expect the defence to play much better this week.
There were a lot of tries scored close to the line, especially for the Springboks, but punters should expect the All Blacks to limit those opportunities, and it will be big point of focus from the coaching staff.
There should be a few first-half tries and penalties, but the scoring could slow down in the second half, especially with fatigue likely to hit both teams after two gruelling test matches.
That should be enough for punters to secure the under 55.5 points.
The All Blacks have yet to win the first half during this series, but they were only one point behind South Africa in the 1st test.
They were outplayed in the first half last week, but they still scored a solid total, and something similar should be enough to take the lead into the sheds.
Discipline is a big factor for the All Blacks, and they can’t allow the Springboks to march down the field. However, we didn’t think the ref had a good game, so if the ABs get some calls going their way, the $2.50 to lead at halftime will be a steal.
Our Springboks vs All Blacks prediction includes a same game multi, which pays $5.96.
It includes all three of our picks, and we’re also including under 3.5 first-half tries, which is a great option to include in rugby SGM picks.