2021 Super Rugby Aotearoa Betting Odds and Predictions

By: kuda

Posted: January 15, 2021

Updated: January 15, 2021

Inaugural season winners the Crusaders are set to claim this season’s bragging rights
The Blues are favourites to crush the Crusaders title defending hopes
The Chiefs and Highlanders are likely to once again occupy the bottom end of tournament’s standings

Super Rugby Aotearoa will soon be underway for another instalment of top rugby in New Zealand. Last season, the Crusaders made a name for themselves in the tournament after claiming the inaugural season win. Now, the Crusaders have the 2021 Super Rugby Aotearoa betting odds to continue their reign this season. The second season of Super Rugby Aotearoa will run from 26 February to 8 May 2021 in New Zealand. At this time, the 2021 Super Rugby Aotearoa betting odds favour a win for inaugural season winners the Crusaders. Presently, these are how their favourable odds of winning stand against the other 2021 contenders on Bet365 Sportsbook:

Club	Odds
Crusaders	2.37
Blues	4.50
Hurricanes	5.00
Chiefs	6.50
Highlanders	8.50

2021 Super Rugby Aotearoa betting odds foresee a successful Crusaders title defense

This season, all eyes will be on inaugural season winners the Crusaders as they look to defend their title. Without a doubt, the Crusaders dominated much of the 2020 Super Rugby Aotearoa season recording one loss in eight games. Furthermore, their players’ performances also haven’t gone unnoticed. Richie Mo'unga and Will Jordan were in top form and named the tournament’s top points scorer and top try scorer respectively. Fortunately, the duo feature in this season’s lineup and could push the Crusaders’ to a consecutive title victory. In addition to a strong lineup, the reigning champions also stand the highest chance to win the 2021 title. Overall, the Crusaders pose as a safe bet with Bet365 Sportsbook 2021 Super Rugby Aotearoa betting odds at 2.37.

2020 runners-up the Blues look to rain on the Crusaders parade

Presently, the Blues are among the top contenders to win the 2021 Super Rugby Aotearoa season. Furthermore, the 2020 runners-up are the team that poses the greatest threat to the Crusaders’ title defense campaign. At this time, the Blues are in a promising position on Bet365 Sportsbook to end the Crusaders title-winning hopes. Consequently, the Blues can upset the reigning champions and claim their first Super Rugy Aotearoa title with odds at 4.50. Furthermore, the Hurricanes are another promising hopeful looking to also write their name in the Super Rugby Aotearoa history book. According to the online sportsbook news in New Zealand, the club recorded a third-place finishing in the tournament’s inaugural season. Now, they can up their game with this season’s title with 2021 Super Rugby Aotearoa betting odds at 5.00.

Longshots for 2021 Super Rugby Aotearoa season win

This time, the Chiefs will also be looking to up their game after finishing at the bottom of the standings. However, they’re also among the clubs with unfavourable online sportsbooks in New Zealand odds of winning this season’s title. Consequently, a 2021 title might be out of reach for the Chiefs with Bet365 Sportsbook odds at 6.50. Perhaps, a more attainable goal will be to avoid finishing this season at the bottom end of the tournament’s table. Lastly, the Highlanders are another club with low 2021 Super Rugby Aotearoa betting odds of winning this season’s title. At this time, the club will also be looking to make major improvements after recording a poor 2020 fourth-place finish. However, with odds currently standing at 8.50, they’re likely to record another disappointing Super Rugby Aotearoa season performance. For more information on our featured bookmaker, be sure to check out our latest review about Bet365 Sportsbook. Additionally, don’t miss out on our 2021 Super Rugby Australia betting preview for more international rugby betting opportunities.