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by Ita Emmanuel | in Challenge Cup Predictions
Edinburgh Rugby will host Lions in this 2024-25 European Rugby Challenge Cup round-of-16 tie on Friday at Hive Stadium. The winner of this match will face either Bayonne or Bulls in the quarterfinals. Can the Edinburgh-based side edge out Lions for a place in the last-8? Here is our prediction for the match.
After a narrow 21-18 away loss to Benetton in the United Rugby Championship, Edinburgh returned to winning ways in their last match, defeating Dragons 38-5 at home. This result saw the team secure their second win in their last five matches.
Notably, Sean Everitt's side have posted an impressive home record this season. They have won seven of their nine matches at Hive Stadium (L2) and will hope to secure their eighth win at the venue on Friday.
The Lions lost their last match 42-0 to Glasgow Warriors. This result extended their losing streak to three matches. They have also lost their last nine away matches. However, aside from the loss to Glasgow, they kept their matches competitive.
Moreover, the Johannesburg-based side have been formidable opponents against Edinburgh Rugby. They have won three of their last four encounters, losing one.
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The Best Betting Odds for Edinburgh Rugby v Lions Match
| Bookmaker | 1 | X | 2 | Bonus up to |
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1.18 | 21 | 5.25 |
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1.17 | 34 | 5 |
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1.19 | 31 | 4.7 |
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1.14 | 26 | 5.5 |
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1.13 | 26 | 7 |
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Edinburgh Rugby vs Lions Form
Edinburgh Rugby and Lions Last Matches
3/6 (50%)
0/6 (0%)
3/6 (50%)
28 Mar 2025 - United Rugby Championship (URC)
22 Mar 2025 - United Rugby Championship (URC)
28 Feb 2025 - United Rugby Championship (URC)
14 Feb 2025 - United Rugby Championship (URC)
25 Jan 2025 - United Rugby Championship (URC)
19 Jan 2025 - Challenge Cup
5/6 (83%)
0/6 (0%)
1/6 (17%)
28 Mar 2025 - United Rugby Championship (URC)
14 Feb 2025 - United Rugby Championship (URC)
19 Jan 2025 - Challenge Cup
28 Dec 2024 - United Rugby Championship (URC)
13 Dec 2024 - Challenge Cup
30 Nov 2024 - United Rugby Championship (URC)
2/6 (33%)
0/6 (0%)
4/6 (67%)
22 Mar 2025 - United Rugby Championship (URC)
28 Feb 2025 - United Rugby Championship (URC)
25 Jan 2025 - United Rugby Championship (URC)
11 Jan 2025 - Challenge Cup
22 Dec 2024 - United Rugby Championship (URC)
6 Dec 2024 - Challenge Cup
2/6 (33%)
0/6 (0%)
4/6 (67%)
29 Mar 2025 - United Rugby Championship (URC)
21 Mar 2025 - United Rugby Championship (URC)
8 Mar 2025 - United Rugby Championship (URC)
1 Mar 2025 - United Rugby Championship (URC)
22 Feb 2025 - United Rugby Championship (URC)
15 Feb 2025 - United Rugby Championship (URC)
4/6 (67%)
0/6 (0%)
2/6 (33%)
1 Mar 2025 - United Rugby Championship (URC)
15 Feb 2025 - United Rugby Championship (URC)
25 Jan 2025 - United Rugby Championship (URC)
18 Jan 2025 - Challenge Cup
14 Dec 2024 - Challenge Cup
21 Jan 2024 - Challenge Cup
0/6 (0%)
0/6 (0%)
6/6 (100%)
29 Mar 2025 - United Rugby Championship (URC)
21 Mar 2025 - United Rugby Championship (URC)
8 Mar 2025 - United Rugby Championship (URC)
22 Feb 2025 - United Rugby Championship (URC)
11 Jan 2025 - Challenge Cup
21 Dec 2024 - United Rugby Championship (URC)
Edinburgh Rugby - Lions Key Points
- Edinburgh Rugby have won two of their last three matches, losing one.
- Edinburgh Rugby have lost three of their last four matches against Lions.
- Aside from their 42-0 loss to Glasgow, Lions have averaged just a 6-point losing margin in two of their last three defeats.
- Three of the four encounters between Lions and Edinburgh Rugby have ended with narrow win margins.
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Our Edinburgh Rugby vs Lions Prediction
Edinburgh Rugby will head into this match as favourites. However, it will not be a stroll in the park for Sean Everitt's side. Despite Lions' recent underwhelming performances, they have kept their losses within competitive margins except for the heavy 42-0 defeat in their last match.
Also, the Johannesburg-based side have been formidable against Edinburgh Rugby. They have won three of their last four encounters. Given this trend, we expect a tough match that could go either way. Hence, our Edinburgh Rugby vs Lions prediction is Lions +15.5 points handicap.
All tips are fully researched and given in good faith, but profits cannot be guaranteed.
