Montpellier Herault Rugby vs Stade Rochelais Prediction & Betting Tips - Top 14

Prediction published on 02/10/2025, 07:30  by Ita Emmanuel | Modified on 03/10/2025 at 05:32 in Rugby Predictions

10th-placed Montpellier HR host sixth-placed Stade Rochelais in this Top 14 matchday five fixture on Saturday. The Rockroses will look to bounce back after their stalemate against Montauban at the weekend. Here is our prediction for the match.

Montpellier HR's poor start to the season continued at the weekend when they played out a 22-22 draw with Montauban. Wilfrid Hounkpatin's late try and Hugo Reus' penalty rescued the Bleu and Whites from the jaws of defeat against the newly-promoted side. 

This result saw the team drop to 10th in the rankings with eight points – six away from the drop zone. However, Joan Caudullo's men have won three of their last five home matches, including an impressive 44-14 victory over defending champions Stade Toulousain in their most recent home fixture. They have also enjoyed a spotless home record against Stade Rochelais in over a decade.

After their 23-18 defeat to Bordeaux Begles in the opening weekend, Stade Rochelais have responded strongly in the following two matches, winning both. This includes a 31-8 victory against USA Perpignan at the weekend.

Nevertheless, Les Bagnards have lost three of their last five meetings with Montpellier HR. They are also enduring a lengthy losing streak over their last 10 trips to face Montpellier club.