Top 2021 Shute Shield Betting Odds and Predictions

By: kuda

Posted: April 15, 2021

Updated: April 15, 2021

The bookies are in favour of a Gordon victory
Second-favourites Eastern Suburb look to cause problems for defending champions Gordon
Penrith unlikely to record their first Shute Shield win

Once again, the Shute Shield will be up for grabs at Australia’s premier club rugby competition. This season, defending champions have the best 2021 Shute Shield betting odds to continue their reign. Without delay, this season's Shute Shield will from April to September in Australia. At this time, most if not all the focus will be on defending champions, Gordon. Fortunately, as it stands, they have the best 2021 Shute Shield betting odds to defend their title. Let’s see how their chances of winning stand against the featured 2021 Shute Shield hopefuls on Bet365 Sportsbook:

Club	Odds
Gordon	3.30
Eastern Suburb	4.50
Sydney University	7.00
Warringah	29.00
Penrith	251.00

Gordon have the 2021 Shute Shield betting odds to retain their title

Undeniably, all eyes will be on Gordon this season as they look to defend their Shute Shield title. As a result, the 2020 champions will be under immense pressure to record a consecutive victory. So far, Gordon fans can rest assured that a 2021 title is within reach because the club are this season’s title frontrunner. Furthermore, the club has the best 2021 Shute Shield betting odds to secure what will be their 10th victory in the competition. All in all, reigning champions Gordon are a shoo-in for the 2021 Shute Shield with Bet365 Sportsbook odds at 3.30. However, Gordon should be wary of Eastern Suburb who are hot on their heels in this season’s title race. Unquestionably, Eastern Suburb will also be itching to their hands on the 2021 Shute Shield. Most importantly, the nine-time champions will be looking to end their trophyless streak. According to the online sportsbook news in Australia, Eastern Suburb last claimed the Shute Shield way back in 1969. Now they have the second-best odds to revive themselves by claiming this season’s title with odds at 4.50.

Sydney University look to make space for another Shute Shield

Until now, Sydney University still hold the title of the most decorated club in the Shute Shield. At this time, the 2019 champions have an impressive 41 Shute Shield victories to their name. Consequently, it’s likely that they will hold on to their title as the most successful club in the competition for some time. However, in order to be extra cautious, a 2021 Shute Shield is a must-have for Sydney University.

Fortunately, they are among this season’s top title contenders. Now, Sydney University have the fourth-best 2021 Shute Shield betting odds to win at 7.00 on Bet365 Sportsbook.

Warringah have their eyes set on a much needed second Shute Shield

Previously in 2017, Warringah celebrated their first-ever Shute Shield victory. However, following the 2017 season, the club has walked away empty-handed in the competition. Now, they are looking to return to winning ways to record a second Shute Shield win. According to the 2021 Shute Shield betting predictions, Warringah are likely to miss out on this season’s title with odds at 29.00. Lastly, Penrith are another club that Bet365 Sportsbook has labeled as an unfavorable bet. So far, Penrith have no Shute Shield victories and their run of bad luck will likely continue this season. Unfortunately, they have the worst online sportsbooks in Australia to win the 2021 Shute Shield with odds at 29.00. To learn about the featured bookmaker to bet on the 2021 Shute Shield, be sure to read about Bet365 Sportsbook.