Hurricanes vs Blues Betting Tips - Canes superb home record to remain intact
The Hurricanes are set to face off against the Blues on Saturday, with pundits backing them to continue their unbeaten home streak in 2026. Known for their formidable performances in Wellington, the Hurricanes have won their last five home matches and are coming off a decisive 52-14 victory against the Reds. The Blues, meanwhile, have been inconsistent, securing three wins in their last five away games. Despite their superior head-to-head record against the Hurricanes, the Blues might find it challenging to dethrone the home team.
- Hurricanes have won last 5 home matches.
- Blues lead 4-1 in H2H against Hurricanes.
- Pundits favor Hurricanes to cover -9.5 spread.
The Hurricanes have a perfect 2026 record on home soil. That is tipped to continue against the Blues on Saturday with a win by more than 9.5 points.
- Key Stats - Canes have Won their last Five at Home
- Blues Superior in H2H
- Hurricanes Impossible to Stop at Home
- Blues Inconsistent in 2026
- Hurricanes vs Blues Starting Lineup & Team News
Key Stats - Canes have Won their last Five at Home
- Hurricanes have won their last 5 home matches.
- Hurricanes have won 1 of their last 5 meetings against the Blues.
- Hurricanes come into this match on the back of a 52-14 home win against the Reds.
- Hurricanes have scored 50-plus points in 3 of their last 5 home matches.
- Blues have won 3 of their last 5 away matches.
- Blues come into this match off the back of a 35-20 win at the Waratahs.
Blues Superior in H2H
The Blues lead 4-1 in their last five games against the Hurricanes.
Hurricanes Impossible to Stop at Home
Hurricanes have been in impressive form at home, winning their last five home matches in all competitions. They come into this match on the back of a 52-14 win against the Reds.
Their previous home results include wins against the Highlanders (24-20), Moana Pasifika (64-12), Moana Pasifika (52-10), and the Force (31-23).
Hurricanes are currently first in Super Rugby with 25 points after six matches.
Blues Inconsistent in 2026
The Blues have experienced a mixed run of form on the road, winning three of their last five away matches in all competitions. They come into this match on the back of a 35-20 win at the Waratahs.
Their previous away results include a win at the Chiefs (20-19), a loss at the Crusaders (21-14), a win at the Force (42-32), followed by a loss at the Brumbies (30-27).
The Blues are currently second in Super Rugby, with 25 points after seven matches.
Hurricanes vs Blues Starting Lineup & Team News
Starting line-up: 1 Xavier Numia, 2 Asafo Aumua, 3 Pasilio Tosi, 4 Caleb Delany, 5 Warner Dearns, 6 Devan Flanders, 7 Du'Plessis Kirifi (co-c), 8 Peter Lakai, 9 Cam Roigard, 10 Ruben Love, 11 Fehi Fineanganofo, 12 Jordie Barrett (co-c), 13 Billy Proctor, 14 Josh Moorby, 15 Callum Harkin.
Replacements: Raymond Tuputupu, Siale Laukai, Tevita Mafileo, Isaia Walker-Leawere, Brad Shields, Brayden Iose, Ereatara Enari, Jone Rova.
Unavailable due to injuries: Tyrel Lomax (ankle), Hugo Plummer (ankle), Taine Roiri (hamstring), Matolu Petaia (leg), Jai Tamati (ankle), Brett Cameron (knee/season), Harry Godfrey (knee/season), Ngane Punivai (hamstring), Bailyn Sullivan (leg), Kini Naholo (foot).
Starting line-up:1 Ofa Tu'ungafasi, 2 Bradley Slater, 3 Marcel Renata, 4 Josh Beehre, 5 Sam Darry (c), 6 Che Clark, 7 Anton Segner, 8 Malachi Wrampling, 9 Finlay Christie, 10 Beauden Barrett, 11 Caleb Clarke, 12 Xavi Taele, 13 AJ Lam, 14 Codemeru Vai, 15 Zarn Sullivan.
Replacements: James Mullan, Mason Tupaea, Sam Matenga, Tristyn Cook, Torian Barnes, Taufa Funaki, Pita Ahki, Payton Spencer.
Unavailable due to injuries: Cameron Christie (knee/season), Corey Evans (ankle), Joshua Fusitu’a (bicep), Jordan Lay (concussion), Laghlan McWhannell (concussion), Dalton Papali’i (back), Stephen Perofeta (calf), Hoskins Sotutu (knee), Patrick Tuipulotu (shoulder).
Verdict
The Hurricanes have been really good this season, regularly putting plenty points against opposition in Wellington. I am backing the Canes to cover the -9.5 handicap.
Hurricanes -9.5
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