Stormers vs Cardiff Betting Tips - Stormers too good at home in URC quarter-final for Cardiff
The Stormers enter their United Rugby Championship quarter-final against Cardiff with strong momentum, particularly on home soil where they have won seven of nine matches this season. In contrast, Cardiff, despite a solid league finish, have struggled away, losing six of their past nine on the road. The Stormers are tipped to cover the -15.5 handicap, reflecting their home dominance. Team news is key, with the Stormers awaiting updates on Springbok stars, while Cardiff are focusing on mental readiness for the challenge.
- Stormers have won 7 of their last 9 home URC matches.
- Cardiff have lost 6 of their last 9 away games.
- Stormers are tipped to cover the -15.5 handicap in Cape Town.
Cardiff beat the Stormers at home last weekend but this knockout battle in Cape Town could prove a step too far. Stormers are very good at home while Cardiff have been very poor on the road, despite a good season overall.
- Key Stats - Stormers with Seven Wins in Nine at Home
- Cardiff Hold Edge but Home side Usually Wins
- Stormers Rely Heavily on Home Form
- Cardiff one of the Poorer Away Teams
- Stormers vs Cardiff Team News
Key Stats - Stormers with Seven Wins in Nine at Home
- Stormers have won 7 of their last 9 home matches (URC).
- Stormers have won 2 consecutive home games against Cardiff.
- Cardiff have lost 6 of their last 9 away fixtures (URC).
Cardiff Hold Edge but Home side Usually Wins
Cardiff lead the Stormers 3-2 in their last five matches, however, in Cape Town, one would expect the Stormers to be too good.
Stormers Rely Heavily on Home Form
The DHL Stormers finished third overall in the United Rugby Championship standings after leading the way during the early stages of the season to secure a home quarter-final.
The Cape Town-based side finished their campaign with 60 points from 18 matches. They won 12 matches, lost five, and drew one.
The Stormers performed well at home in the URC this season. They defeated Leinster 35-0, the Ospreys 26-10, the Lions 34-27, the Bulls 13-8, lost to the Sharks 30-19, beat the Dragons 29-21, Edinburgh 33–14, and lost 33-24 to Connacht before defeating the Glasgow Warriors 48-12.
The DHL Stormers have been in excellent form at home this season, having won seven of their nine league games, and will relish taking on Cardiff in Cape Town, as they have defeated their opponents twice at their stadium.
Cardiff one of the Poorer Away Teams
Cardiff recorded two solid home wins during the closing stages of their season to secure their place in this season's quarter-finals.
The Welsh side finished in 6th place in the United Rugby Championship table with 55 points from 18 matches. They won 11 and lost seven.
The Blues and Blacks have struggled to win away from home in the URC this season. They lost 23-20 to Munster, defeated the Dragons 24-17, and Zebre 29-14, and lost 33-22 to the Ospreys, 21-14 to Ulster, 40-7 to the Bulls, and 21-15 to the Sharks, and then beat the Scarlets 28-24 before losing 40-17 to the Glasgow Warriors.
Cardiff had success against the Stormers in the final league game of the season at home; however, they now face a tough challenge to overcome their hosts, as they have not been at their best on the road this season, losing six of their nine matches.
Stormers vs Cardiff Team News
Stormers
Stormers director of rugby John Dobson has stated that he is happy to be playing Cardiff in the quarter-finals: “It’s probably the easiest of the quarter-finals. If we won in Cardiff, we would have played the Lions and I think we’d be a lot more angst-ridden than we are about Cardiff.
“Sounds arrogant and presumptuous, but I think if I was to choose a quarter-finalist, I would probably choose them [Cardiff]. It’s the first time they’ve been in a quarter-final.
“That’s our job and I’m pretty confident that we’ll do it.”
The availability of Springbok Damian Willemse and winger Leolin Zas will be confirmed closer to kick-off after a heavy collision during training.
Springbok star Cheslin Kolbe has signed for the Stormers ahead of next season.
Cardiff
Flanker Dan Thomas has said that there will be no excuse if his team loses their quarter-final match against the Stormers: “As long as your mentality is up there, your body will catch up, so it’s about turning up on Saturday with the right mentality.
“There are no excuses, this is a great opportunity. How many boys have played in quarter-finals before? If you’re not up for it mentally, you shouldn’t be on the pitch.”
Johan Mulder has signed a new long-term deal to remain at Cardiff.
Verdict
The Stormers have played their best rugby at home this season and are tipped to cover the -15.5 handicap in their quarter-final match against Cardiff.
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