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by Ita Emmanuel | in Currie Cup Predictions
League leaders Free State Cheetahs will host Golden Lions in this Currie Cup matchday five fixture on Saturday at the Free State Stadium. The Cheetahs will aim to tighten their grip at the top with a win over the Lions. Follow our prediction for the match below.
Last season's semifinalists Free State Cheetahs are back in the race for the Currie Cup title. François Steyn's side are currently top of the standings with 16 points and could open a four-point gap with a win on Saturday.
They edged out Western Province 31-24 in their last match to secure their third straight victory after a narrow 37-35 opening-day defeat against Boland Cavaliers. They have also won their last two home matches, but have struggled against Golden Lions – losing each of their last three meetings with the Johannesburg club.
Golden Lions bounced back in their last match, securing a hard-fought 36-35 away victory against Airlink Pumas to climb to third in the rankings with 15 points. This result marked their third win in four Currie Cup matches this season.
Mzwakhe Nkosi's side could overtake Free State Cheetahs at the top of the standings with a win on Saturday. They have won six of their last seven Currie Cup away matches, including all three of their most recent meetings with the Cheetahs.
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The Best Betting Odds for Cheetahs v Fidelity ADT Lions Match
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1.8 | 23 | 2.05 |
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1.83 | 21 | 2.1 |
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1.78 | 26 | 2.08 |
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1.96 | 19 | 1.96 |
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1.72 | 20 | 1.93 |
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Cheetahs vs Fidelity ADT Lions Form
Cheetahs and Fidelity ADT Lions's standings in the Currie Cup
| Teams | Pts | P | W | D | L | GD |
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16 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 24 |
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15 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 44 |
Cheetahs and Fidelity ADT Lions Last Matches
4/6 (67%)
0/6 (0%)
2/6 (33%)
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6/6 (100%)
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2/6 (33%)
0/6 (0%)
4/6 (67%)
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4/6 (67%)
0/6 (0%)
2/6 (33%)
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5/6 (83%)
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1/6 (17%)
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5/6 (83%)
0/6 (0%)
1/6 (17%)
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Cheetahs vs Fidelity ADT Lions Stats: Head to Head (H2H)
33 %
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67 %
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Cheetahs - Fidelity ADT Lions Key Points
- Free State Cheetahs have won their last three Currie Cup matches.
- Free State Cheetahs have lost their last three encounters with Golden Lions.
- Golden Lions have won three of their four Currie Cup matches this season.
- Golden Lions have won six of their last seven away Currie Cup matches.
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Our Cheetahs vs Fidelity ADT Lions Prediction
Free State Cheetahs are likely to struggle against the Golden Lions despite their recent impressive outings. Golden Lions also boast a brilliant Currie Cup form this term and have been terrific on the road since last season.
The Lions have also won their last three meetings with Free State Cheetahs. Nevertheless, Free State Cheetahs, with the raucous support of their home fans, could be a tough nut to crack. Hence, we expect this match to be closely contested and decided by a tight margin. Our Free State Cheetahs vs Golden Lions prediction is Golden Lions +1.5 handicap points.
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