Rugby Betting

The popularity of rugby has skyrocketed since 2019, thanks to the Springboks winning back to back world titles. This massive rise in popularity has been reflected on the number of people that now bet on rugby. Betting on rugby is super exciting as there are plenty of points scored unlike in soccer where a match could end goalless. Mzansibet has rugby lovers well covered as we have created a platform that will satisfy the needs of any rugby punter.

How to Bet on Rugby

Betting on rugby at Mzansibet has never been easier. The user interface makes rugby betting a breeze especially when you follow our step by step guide.

• Complete your registration on the Mzansibet site
• Make your first deposit
• Select Rugby from the list of available sports
• Click on the league/competition that you want to be on
• Select the team/s that you want to bet on
• Stake a wager and place your bet.

Before punters bet on rugby, it is always a good plan to understand the dynamics of rugby betting. We at Mzansibet have formulated a few tips that will assist you when placing your rugby bets.

Research your teams: Rugby is just like any other sport in terms of researching recent form and past results that can help you make better bets. Head-to-head results can also guide you. While records can be broken, looking at past meetings often shows you where to place your bets. Some teams tend to perform poorly against certain teams and vice versa so taking this into consideration is key.

Style of play: Knowing how a rugby team plays can help you choose good betting strategies. If a team is known for a forward-oriented game or a defensive kicking strategy, there is bound to be fewer tries. If both teams play this way, then it is a great idea to bet on the Under Total Points as it is likely to be a low scoring game.

Weather Conditions: If the match is likely to be played with plenty of rain around, then the team with the stronger forward pack should be the favourite. This is due to there being many set pieces which will favour the stronger forwards pack.

Rugby Betting Markets

Rugby betting markets used to be very limited in the past but Mzansibet has changed all that with an extensive range of betting options in a single rugby match. Here are some of the more popular rugby betting markets

Match Winner

The most self-explanatory of bets to take on a rugby match. This is the most common and oldest type of rugby bet in which you select Team A or Team B to win. The odds on this type of bet may be low especially if your team is the favourite.

Draw No Bet

The draw is quite rare in Rugby Union, but it does happen from time to time. If you’re worried about the draw messing up your bet then take a Draw No Bet market. Your bet will be refunded if the match result ends in a draw.

Handicap Betting

The most popular bets on rugby are handicap bets. This is often where some of the best value is to be found. The handicap is an advantage that bookmakers give one team to make the game more balanced. The team given the positive handicap can win, draw or lose the game by less than the handicap to cover the bet and win. The team with the negative handicap must win the match by more than the points set out in the handicap to win their bet.

Total points over/under

The over/under betting market involves predicting whether the total number of points scored in a match will be above or lower than a certain predetermined number. For instance, if you bet on the over/under 50 points market and you bet on under, the combined score of the two teams shouldn’t exceed 50.

First Try Scorer

Rugby fans know the excitement that comes when a player breaks through the defence to score the first try. Betting on the first-try scorer is about predicting which player from either team will cross the try line first. This bet type carries higher odds as it’s challenging to predict, making potential payouts more lucrative.

Anytime Try Scorer

Less specific than the first-try scorer bet, the anytime try scorer wager involves picking a player you believe will score a try at any point during the match. The odds are typically lower than for the first-try scorer but offer a better chance of a payout. Rugby betting is most enjoyable when the bettor is familiar with all the different types of bets available.

How to Read Rugby Odds

Rugby betting odds show how likely something is to happen according to the betting site They also indicate how much you can win if you bet on a certain outcome. Low odds mean the bookmaker thinks the outcome is likely, while high odds mean the outcome is less likely. It is always good to look out for any drastic odd changes before a match as this could imply that maybe a key player is unavailable for the match. The odds can be shown on the Mzansibet site in one of the three following ways

Fractional odds

Fractional odds are shown as 10/1 or 7/2. The simplest way to understand them is "how much you will win" / "how much you stake." For example, if you bet R1 at 10/1, you will win R10 (plus your R1 stake back). If you bet R2 at 7/2, you will win R7 and get your R2 stake back. Sometimes odds are reversed, like 1/10 or 2/7. These are called 'Odds-On' bets, meaning you need to bet R7 to win R2. This usually happens when there is a strong favourite. For example, when the Springboks played Portugal in a recent friendly, Springboks odds to win were 1/17. It's important to understand the odds to get good value. To be a successful bettor, you need to bet when the odds accurately reflect the chance of winning. It's easy to say Springboks will win, but would you bet R170 to make just R10 profit?

Decimal odds

Decimal odds are very popular with South African bettors. This format is easy to understand because you only need to multiply your stake by the odds. Here's how it works: imagine you bet on a soccer match with two teams that have very different chances of winning. This difference also creates a big gap in the odds. If you bet R10 on the underdog with odds of 4.5, you multiply 4.5 by R10 to get a R45 payout. Your payouts depend only on your stake. Always check the odds when choosing other outcomes. You can also see your potential payouts in the bet slip window, as Mzansibet will calculate them automatically.

American odds

The least used type of odds is the American odds. This type of odds always uses a baseline value of R100. For favourites, you risk money to win R100, and for underdogs, you risk R100 to win a specified amount.

Major Rugby Leagues Covered by Mzansibet

The success of the Springboks national team has seen a major boost in rugby betting. We at Mzansibet have searched across the globe to bring you betting action from all the leading leagues and competitions. Here are some of the competitions you can bet on at Mzansibet

United Rugby Championship (URC)

The URC has become the flagship tournament for teams across South Africa, Wales, Ireland and Scotland. There will be extensive betting markets on all matches with the local derbies involving the Sharks, Bulls, Lions and Stormers being the most mouthwatering of clashes. A local team has featured in all three finals but will be looking to claim the title in the upcoming season.

Super Rugby Pacific

Super Rugby has always proven hugely popular despite the South African teams not participating any longer. This competition always produces an exciting brand of rugby that attracts punters. Look for the Total Point betting market as there are always plenty of tries in these matches.

Gallagher Premiership

The Gallagher Premiership is the major rugby competition in England and features top sides like Saracens, Harlequins and Exeter Chiefs. You can now find a wide range of betting markets on the Mzansibet site. There are plenty of South African players in the league which should add more spice to matches.

Champions Cup

The Champions Cup is rugby’s answer to soccer's Champions League. Teams from all across Europe participate for the right to be crowned European Champions. Not only are all matches extensively covered by Mzansibet but we also have odds for the Outright Winner. This type of bet generally has great odds attached to it. The French teams have dominated the competition in recents years so it will be good to have a winner from another country.

Rugby Championship

The Rugby Championship is hugely popular with punters and rugby fans alike as the four Southern Hemisphere giants, Springboks, All Blacks, Australia and Argentina battle it out for the crown. Mzansibet will have in-depth betting markets for all matches as well as Outright Winner markets. .

Rugby World Cup

The pinnacle tournament on the rugby calendar is undoubtedly the Rugby World Cup which takes place every four years. Our very own Springboks have won the last two titles and have the record with four wins. Mzansibet gives you the chance to get your bets early with the Outright Winner predictions as the Boks go for the unprecedented hattrick. There will be loads of great promotions when the 2027 World Cup comes around so be sure to look for it.

Currie Cup

The oldest rugby competition in the world is the Currie Cup and it is proudly South African. This competition is the breeding ground for future Springboks so it attracts a lot of interest. Mzansibet will have all bases covered as all the matches will have betting markets on the site.

Sevens Rugby

The exciting World Sevens Series takes place at different venues across the season with Cape Town being the local leg of the series. Punters will have the opportunity to bet on their favourite teams on the Mzansibet site. Rugby is one of the most exciting sports as there is something happening every second but this is taken to new levels when you bet on the match. Some of the bets like the Total points will keep you enthralled until the final whistle even if the match result is known.

Conclusion

In conclusion, rugby betting can be exciting and potentially profitable for punters. Its is very important to understand the sport, the teams and the markets as well as the risks involved. By learning the basics of rugby betting and using smart strategies, you can increase your chances of winning and enjoy betting on one of the world's most intense sports. Make sure to research and analyse the teams and players before placing bets and stay updated with the latest news in the sport. It is also crucial to understand the different types of rugby betting markets and make informed decisions based on odds. We all love to back our favourite teams but remember to bet with your head and not your heart. If you feel your team may lose, then simply skip betting on that match.