Match Analysis: Wests Tigers vs South Sydney Rabbitohs – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-05-18
- Time: 8:15 AM UTC
- Location: Campbelltown Stadium, Campbelltown, Australia
Game Overview
The Wests Tigers and South Sydney Rabbitohs are evenly matched in terms of ladder position, both having five wins and five losses. However, the Rabbitohs have a strong head-to-head record against the Tigers, particularly on Sundays. The Tigers have a strong halves combination and are in-form with prop Terrell May, but the Rabbitohs are missing key players like Cody Walker and Jack Wighton.
Key Factors to Consider
- Both teams are mid-table with similar win-loss records, but the Tigers have a slight edge in current form with Terrell May performing well. The Rabbitohs have been impacted by injuries to key players.
- Souths have won eight of the last ten games against the Tigers, and six consecutive games on Sundays. However, the Tigers recently won at Campbelltown, which is an unusual venue for this matchup.
- The Rabbitohs are missing significant players like Cody Walker and Jack Wighton, which could impact their performance.
- The game is on a Sunday, which historically favors the Rabbitohs against the Tigers at Campbelltown.
- A win would be beneficial for both teams as they have byes in the next round, making this a crucial match for momentum.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | -108 for Rabbitohs, -109 for Tigers | South Sydney Rabbitohs to win | β β β ββ 55% |
| Spread | -1.5 for Rabbitohs at 105, 1.5 for Tigers at -135 | Rabbitohs to cover the spread | β β β ββ 52% |
| Over/under | 45.5 over at -115, under at -115 | Over 45.5 | β β β ββ 58% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | South Sydney Rabbitohs 6% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Over 45.5 8% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Over 45.5 at 8% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 9.7% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Given the head-to-head record and external factors, South Sydney Rabbitohs are slightly favored to win, but the Tigers have a chance due to their in-form players and recent win at Campbelltown.
Predicted Score: South Sydney Rabbitohs to win by a margin of 4 points, with a score around 23-19.