This weekend is full of a number of international rugby test matches, as always BetXchange offers rugby betting on these matches. Below we briefly highlight some of the test matches for this weekend.

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This weekend there are a number of international rugby test matches and, as always, BetXchange offers rugby betting on these matches. Below we briefly highlight some of the test matches for this weekend.

Wales versus Springboks

The Springboks come off of a humiliating defeat to Italy last week and are under pressure to try salvage some pride from an extremely disappointing season. The Springboks have only won 4 of their last 11 tests.  Wales are also struggling, losing to Australia, and just beating Japan 33 – 30 thanks to a late drop goal. Traditionally the Springboks have done well against wales winning 28 out of 31 matches against Wales.

Recent results:

  • 2015: South Africa won 23-19, London
  • 2014: Wales won 12-6, Cardiff
  • 2014: South Africa won 31-30, Nelspruit
  • 2014: South Africa won 38-16, Durban
  • 2013: South Africa 24-15, Cardiff
  • 2011: South Africa won 17-16, Wellington
  • 2010: South Africa won 29-25, Cardiff
  • 2010: South Africa won 34-31, Cardiff

Prediction:  Both teams will be desperate for a victory; the Springboks have made a number of changes and have an exciting backline with far more attacking options. Expect a tight game, with the Springboks winning by 4.

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Ireland versus Australia

The match of the weekend sees Australia take on Ireland. Australia are looking to try and accomplish the Grand Slam, which they last achieved in 1984, while Ireland will be looking to take another southern hemisphere scalp after having beaten the Springboks and the All Blacks this year.

Recent results:

  • 2014: Ireland won 26-23, Dublin
  • 2013: Australia won 32-15, Dublin
  • 2011: Ireland won 15-6, Auckland
  • 2010: Australia won 22-15, Brisbane
  • 2009: 20-all draw, Dublin
  • 2008: Australia won 18-12, Melbourne
  • 2006: Ireland won 21-6, Dublin

Prediction: Both sides have been in good form of late and it should be a typical hard fought battle.  Ireland had an extremely tough game against the All Blacks last week and will be feeling a bit tired. They are missing a few key players. Australia has a new fond motivation and will be looking to make history. Australia by 5 points.

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France versus New Zealand 

France have not beaten the All Blacks in France in 16 years and will be hoping that some Les Blues magic will take them to a famous victory.  The All Blacks have been in unbelievable form this year and, besides a little upset of losing to Ireland, they have been miles ahead of every other international side.  They will be looking to secure their 21st victory in their last 22 games.

Recent results:

  • 2015: New Zealand won 62-13, Cardiff
  • 2013: New Zealand won 26-19, Paris
  • 2013: New Zealand won 24-9, New Plymouth
  • 2013: New Zealand won 30-0, Christchurch
  • 2013: New Zealand won 23-13, Auckland
  • 2011: New Zealand won 8-7, Auckland
  • 2011: New Zealand won 37-17, Auckland
  • 2009: New Zealand won 39-12, Marseille
  • 2009: New Zealand won 14-10, Wellington

Prediction: The All Blacks are the best team in the world, France is currently ranked 8th and will need something special. Recent form will take the All Blacks to victory in a free flowing entertaining game.  All Blacks by 20.

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Italy versus Springboks

The Springboks come off a humiliating defeat to England last week and are under an enormous amount of pressure to get a win. Fortunately they should be able to get back on winning ways when they take on Italy a the Stadio Artemio Franchi, Florence. Italy have never beaten the boks.

Recent results
2014: South Africa won 22-6, Padova (Padua)
2013: South Africa won 44-10, Durban
2010: South Africa won 55-11, East London
2010: South Africa won 29-13, Witbank
2009: South Africa won 32-10, Udine
2008: South Africa won 26-0, Cape Town

Prediction: Even as poor as the Springboks have been in recent time, they should win by about 15 points.

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France Versus Australia

France beat the Pacific Islander 52-18 last week giving them a lot of confidence. While Australia scrapped a 23-22 win over Scotland. The Wallabies have made 12 changes to the side as they look to try accomplished the Grand Slam, which they last achieved in 1984.

Recent results:
2014: France won 29-26, Paris
2014: Australia won 39-13, Sydney
2014: Australia won 6-0, Melbourne
2014: Australia won 50-23, Brisbane
2012: France won 33-6, Paris
2010: Australia won 59-16, Paris
2009: Australia won 22-6, Sydney

Predictions: This is going to be a close game. France by 3.

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Ireland vs New Zealand

The match of the weekend sees the world’s best team take on the same side that beat them 3 weeks ago. Ireland got a historic win beating the All Blacks for the first time in 111 years, beating them 40-29 in Chicago. The All Blacks will be out for revenge and expect a fascinating contest.

Recent results:
2016: Ireland won 40-29, Chicago
2013: New Zealand won 24-22, Dublin
2012: New Zealand won 60-0, Hamilton
2012: New Zealand won 22-19, Christchurch
2012: New Zealand won 42-10, Auckland
2010: New Zealand won 38-18, Dublin
2010: New Zealand won 66-28, New Plymouth

Predictions: The All Blacks will bounce back and show the reason they are the world’s best team. New Zealand by 15.

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