Europe - Challenge Cup
New customers only | Commercial content | 18+ age limit | T&Cs apply
by Ita Emmanuel | in Challenge Cup Predictions
After a disappointing European outing last season, Exeter Chiefs will look to stage a stronger performance in the 2025-26 Challenge Cup this season as they welcome invited entrants, Cheetahs, to Sandy Park in their opening match. Can the Chiefs overcome their visitors to begin their campaign with a win? Here is our prediction.
Exeter Chiefs have enjoyed a solid start to their domestic league campaign this season, posting an impressive 4-1-1 to move up to second in the standings with 23 points. However, it remains to be seen whether they will replicate this fine form in Europe this season.
Last season's European campaign for the Exeter club ended in the group stages after they lost all their games and finished bottom of the Champions Cup Group 1 standings. Nevertheless, Rob Baxter’s men have turned Sandy Park into a fortress recently. They have won their last four home games at the venue, mostly by wide margins.
Cheetahs crashed out in the group stages of last season's Challenge Cup after finishing just one point shy of Group 1’s top four with a 1-1-2 record. They have also failed to win six of their last seven Challenge Cup games (L5, D1) and lost their last four away fixtures in the competition.
Limited Offer. Currently at Stake
The Best Betting Odds for Exeter RC Chiefs v Cheetahs Match
| Bookmaker | 1 | X | 2 | Bonus up to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
1.01 | 51 | 17 |
|
|
1.01 | 61 | 15 |
|
|
1.01 | 67 | 13 |
|
|
1.02 | 36 | 13 |
|
|
1.01 | 60 | 10 |
|
Exeter RC Chiefs vs Cheetahs Form
Exeter RC Chiefs and Cheetahs Last Matches
4/6 (67%)
0/6 (0%)
2/6 (33%)
28 Nov 2025 - PREM Rugby
22 Nov 2025 - Premiership Rugby Cup
14 Nov 2025 - Premiership Rugby Cup
25 Oct 2025 - PREM Rugby
19 Oct 2025 - PREM Rugby
11 Oct 2025 - PREM Rugby
5/6 (83%)
0/6 (0%)
1/6 (17%)
22 Nov 2025 - Premiership Rugby Cup
25 Oct 2025 - PREM Rugby
19 Oct 2025 - PREM Rugby
4 Oct 2025 - PREM Rugby
31 May 2025 - PREM Rugby
11 May 2025 - PREM Rugby
2/6 (33%)
1/6 (17%)
3/6 (50%)
28 Nov 2025 - PREM Rugby
14 Nov 2025 - Premiership Rugby Cup
11 Oct 2025 - PREM Rugby
28 Sept 2025 - PREM Rugby
20 Sept 2025 - Premiership Rugby Cup
12 Sept 2025 - Premiership Rugby Cup
2/6 (33%)
0/6 (0%)
4/6 (67%)
26 Oct 2025 - International Club Friendlies
17 Oct 2025 - International Club Friendlies
13 Sept 2025 - Currie Cup
6 Sept 2025 - Currie Cup
29 Aug 2025 - Currie Cup
23 Aug 2025 - Currie Cup
4/6 (67%)
0/6 (0%)
2/6 (33%)
26 Oct 2025 - International Club Friendlies
17 Oct 2025 - International Club Friendlies
29 Aug 2025 - Currie Cup
23 Aug 2025 - Currie Cup
16 Aug 2025 - Currie Cup
1 Aug 2025 - Currie Cup
1/6 (17%)
0/6 (0%)
5/6 (83%)
13 Sept 2025 - Currie Cup
6 Sept 2025 - Currie Cup
9 Aug 2025 - Currie Cup
27 Jul 2025 - Currie Cup
17 May 2025 - SA Cup
10 May 2025 - SA Cup
Exeter RC Chiefs - Cheetahs Key Points
- Exeter Chiefs have won their last four home games, mostly by wide margins.
- Cheetahs have lost their last three games.
- Cheetahs have lost six of their last seven Challenge Cup games.
- Cheetahs have lost their last four Challenge Cup away games.
Limited Offer. Currently at Stake
Our Exeter RC Chiefs vs Cheetahs Prediction
We expect a one-sided contest as these two sides lock horns. Exeter Chiefs have been remarkable in their domestic league this season and will look to do the same in Europe. Moreover, Rob Baxter’s men head into this match with a firm recent record at home.
Conversely, Cheetahs have been unconvincing in their past Challenge Cup campaigns, and overturning this narrative at Sandy Park is a tall order for the Bloemfontein-based outfit. Hence, we are tipping Exeter Chiefs for a comprehensive victory. Our Exeter Chiefs vs Cheetahs prediction is Exeter Chiefs -28.5 handicap points.
Use £/€50 free bets for the Exeter RC Chiefs vs. Cheetahs game!
Are you planning to bet on the upcoming match between Exeter RC Chiefs and Cheetahs? Why not take advantage of the free bets from Bet365? Use our promo code STYVIP1 and open your account. Bet365 offers a welcome package of €/£50 free bet credits if you bet €/£10 as a new player.
Try your luck on this year's Challenge Cup! You need to make your qualifying bet of €/£10 within 30 days of opening an account and this can be on any sport with at least one selection priced at 1.2 (1/5) or bigger.
All tips are fully researched and given in good faith, but profits cannot be guaranteed.
