Guide to betting on Rugby
Written by Wheretobet.com
Wed, 20 Jun 2007
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Big hits, big scores and big action is what rugby is all about. There's never a dull moment from kick off to the final whistle. Rugby's popularity has exploded in recent years, and as a consequence, rugby betting has become much more popular as well.
There are two different variants of rugby: Rugby League and Rugby Union.
Rugby League:
In the UK, Rugby League is split into three leagues: the Tetley's Super League and National League's 1 and 2. Rugby League gets extensive TV coverage with league games regularly shown on Sky. This is excellent for recreational bettors that like to watch the games that they are placing bets on. In addition to betting on individual matches, prop bets are often available whereby you can wager on the Grand Final Winner, the Regular Season Winner, Challenge Cup winner, etc.
The Australian Rugby League, the NRL, is arguably the world's most competitive league. If you wish to bet on the NRL, prop bets are available for the regular season winner and the Grand Final winner.
Rugby Union:
The major international rugby union competitions, like the Six Nations, are very popular betting events. Individual match winners and outright tournament winner are two of several betting options available. Additionally there are prop bet opportunities for tournament top tryscorer, top points scorer, Pool winners, and a vast array of extras like odds for first tryscorer and winning margin.
Outside of the international rugby scene, domestic rugby in the UK is the most popular league for rugby union betting. The Zurich Premiership is the top league competition in English rugby. Super 12 rugby, comprising teams from Australia, New Zealand and South Africa, is increasing in popularity. Rugby betting fans also enjoy the Tri Nations, featuring Southern Hemisphere giants Australia, New Zealand and South Africa.
Many matches in rugby union can be uncompetitive, so there tends to be plenty of betting action on the handicaps.