World Club Challenge - Result

World Club Challenge - Result

Saturday, 17 February 2007
St Helens 18 v 14 Brisbane Broncos (WINNING BET 1pt staked/+4pts)

St Helens defeat Brisbane Broncos 18-14 in a thrilling World Club Challenge match in Bolton.


2007 pts total +4pts so far
2006 pts total +17pts from Round 24 only

World Club Challenge - St Helens vs Brisbane Broncos

St Helens vs Brisbane Broncos

Sorry for the quick post; I'm going to take the under points tonight in the WCC (Saints v Broncos). These sort of affairs are generally tight and low scoring with neither side willing to take too many risks, opting for the 2pts instead of the 6pts.

Furthermore, these sides have arguably the strongest defences the sport has to offer, so I dont expect to see many line-breaks or missed tackles. I expect Brisbane to just come out on top, but Saints are more than capable especially starting the match carrying the underdog tag. For that reason I would leave the handicap & match betting well alone.

The weather in Bolton tonight adds more appeal to the unders....it's dark, drizzily and overcast.....not ideal for free scoring rugby.

Small punt nevertheless

St Helens: Wellens, Gardner, Gidley, Talau, Meli; Pryce, Long, Fozzard, Cunningham, Cayless, Gilmour, Bennett, Wilkin, Roby, Graham, Hargreaves, Moore, Hooper

Brisbane: Hunt; Boyd, Tate, Hodges, Michaels; Lockyer (c), Perry; Carlaw, Berrigan, Civoniceva, Parker, Thorn, Carroll, Thaiday, Eastwood, Hannant, Ennis

Recommendation: Under 40.5pts @ 1.83 sportingodds (1pt)
Prediction - Saints 12 vs 20 Brisbane
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Good luck all!!

Super League: Round 3 - Bradford Bulls vs Wigan Warriors

Bradford Bulls vs Wigan Warriors (+4/8pts)

Former Bradford coach Brian Noble returns to Odsal for the first time since his controversial move across the Pennines to the Wigan Warriors.

Noble won’t be the only one returning to Yorkshire club, one time fan’s favourites Michael Withers and Stuart Fieldan return to face the side where they achieved so much.

But let’s not forget, there is a rugby match taking place here.

On paper, form and previous meetings between the two sides you have to fancy Bradford at home to overcome what seems to be a rather slim handicap (+4pts).

Odsal has not been a happy hunting ground for Wigan over recent years, losing their last four visits by scores of 34 v 12, 40 v 8, 38 v 12 and 34 v 6. They have had a somewhat lacklustre start to the season, whereas the Bulls defend a 100% record after 2 Rounds.

Looking at both squads it’s hard to find an area where Wigan look significantly stronger. Rumours surround Trent Barrett fitness, a tough man to replace for any side. Bradford look big and powerful in the forwards, quality in the half backs and world class throughout the back-line.

They should out muscle and out score this wayward Wigan outfit.

Bradford comfortable win for me!

Recommendation: Bradford -4pts @ 1.90 Will Hills (1pt)
Prediction – Bradford 24 v 12 Wigan
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Bradford Bulls 20-man squad: Morrison, Burgess, McKenna, Cook, I. Harris, McAvoy, Evans, St Hilaire, B. Harris, Langley, Newton, Feather, Deacon, Vagana, Vainikolo, Hape, Solomona, Platt, Lynch, Henderson.

Wigan Warriors 20-man squad: Ashton, Calderwood, Bailey, Withers, Richards, Barrett, Leuluai, Fielden, Higham, Paleaaesina, Hock, Fletcher, O’Loughlin, Vaealiki, Millard, Prescott, Hansen, Goulding, Hill, O’Carroll.

Good luck all!!

Super League - Round 2 Results

Super League - Round 2 Results

I missed most of the Super League action last week due to my exploits in the Czech captial, Prague. For those who have yet to visit this esoteric city, please make sure you do so before the Brits drink the place dry ;)

By the way, hello to the folks I met in Prague, I hope to found this site ok. Was nice meeting each and every one of you!!

Trying not to sound like an after eventer I did fancy Leeds, Les Catalans and Bradford on the hcap beforehand. Check my post on rugby forum on www.punterslounge.com, not too worry, we have another 25 intrging rounds of the ESL to go.

Oh, and those 3 selections would have left me top of the betfair SL tipping table, lol!!

Here are the results from last week:

Friday, 16 February 2007
Leeds 18 - 4 Hull FC


Saturday, 17 February 2007
Les Catalans 16 v 18 Wigan
Harlequins 18 v Salford 18


Sunday, 18 February 2007
Huddersfield 10 v 17 Hull KR
Wakefield 29 v 22 St Helens
Warrington 20 - 36 Bradford

2007 pts total (+3pts)
2006 pts total (+17pts)* from Round 24

Super League - Round 1 Results

Super League - Round 1 Results











Friday, 09 February 2007
Wigan 10 - 16 Warrington (WINNING BET(s) 2pt staked/+2pts)
St Helens 6 - 14 Harlequins

Saturday, 10 February 2007
Hull KR 14 - 9 Wakefield

Sunday, 11 February 2007
Salford 26 - 30 Leeds (WINNING BET 1pt staked/+3pts)
Bradford 18 - 14 Huddersfield
Hull FC 10 - 10 Les Catalans

2007 pts total (+3pts)
2006 pts total (+17pts)* from Round 24

Super League: Round 1 - Salford City Reds vs Leeds Rhinos

Salford City Reds vs Leeds Rhinos (+6/8pts)

I’m going to take a chance on the Salford today, +8pts!

The City Reds are an appealing prospect when receiving such a start at their home ground, the Willows. However, this wasn’t always the case; in past seasons I have dismissed them as nothing more than cannon fodder for the big guns. Last season they turned a significant corner and managed a top six finish, a remarkable achievement. I believe they didn’t lose by 8pts at home during the whole of last season.

Yes they have lost Andrew Dunemann, but I think Karl Harrison has recruited extremely well this time round. They look a significantly improved side on paper. Coach, Harrison has drafted in bit hitters such as Korkidas and Edmondson, quality players in my opinion and ideal to fill up some space in the middle of the park (especially at the Willows). They have also brought Luck Dorn into the squad from Harlequins, im looking forward to seeing his link up play with Luke Robinson.

Scoring tries was Salford’s problem last term, stopping other sides from scoring them was their speciality (2nd best defence)…..yet with conditions not being perfect should suit them.

Leeds are taking a strong squad across the Pennines, handing new signings Brent Webb and Kylie Leuluai their Super League debuts. They will definitely test the City Reds credentials today but are missing their captain Jamie Peacock, a massive blow for any side.

I think the Rhinos will just sneak it, but the home side are worth a punt with an 8pt start.

Recommendation – Salford +8pts @ Ladbrokes 1.90 (1pt)
Prediction - Salford 18 v Leeds 20
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Good luck all!

Super League: Round 1 - Wigan Warriors vs Warrington Wolves

Wigan Warriors vs Warrington Wolves (+6/10pts)

The long wait is over; my first rugby league bet of 2007....let's hope it's a good one.

I'm going to keep it short and sweet...

I have to fancy Warrington with a 10pt start. Last year their strike rate of staying within a (+) handicap was exceptional (+80%) and think it will be more of the same this time round. They have recruited well (Morley, Anderson and Johnson) and seem to have a stronger depth to the squad, a factor they have previously missed.

These two sides have probably received the most hype regarding their SL chances in pre season, I just cant see either team pulling away and winning by double figures.

As I look out of my office window one thing is clear, the weather conditions this evening will prove a leveler, therefore I can't see there being many points (teams opting for the 2pts instead of the 4/6) so I'll have a dabble on the unders as well.

Let the battle commence....

Recommendations - Warrington +10pts @ paddypower 1.72 (1pt)
Recommendations - Under 44.5pts @ betfair 1.71 (1pt)
Prediction - Wigan 18 v Warringon 16
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Note: Apologies for not publishing this tip on the blog yesterday (technical difficulties). Original tip can be seen on Punters Lounge - The World's Greatest Betting Forum Check it out - http://www.punterslounge.com/

Good luck all!