URC: Round 6 Predictions

I managed 7 out of 8 correct picks last weekend, with only the Stormers draw costing me a GSP. Munster beating the Bulls and Ulster winning against the Lions were the two that tripped most people up.

Some more tricky picks are coming up. Here are my URC predictions for Round 6.

Benetton v Bulls

The Italians are unbeaten at home, and the Bulls have not managed to win outside South Africa yet. It’s not an easy pick, but the Bulls have more quality in their squad. Bulls by 6

Connacht v Scarlets

This should be a home win, given that Connacht have beaten Munster in Galway this season, and Scarlets’ only win was against Zebre. Connacht by 13

Zebre v Edinburgh

The Scots thrashed the other Italian side last weekend, but with the benefit of home advantage. They should still be too good for Zebre here though. Edinburgh by 18

Lions v Glasgow

The Lions were beaten at home last weekend, but only just, and Ulster are usually more of a threat than Glasgow. Lions by 9

Sharks v Ulster

Can the Irish make it two wins from two in South Africa? The Sharks will be a bigger challenge, and I’m expecting a narrow home victory here. Sharks by 4

Leinster v Munster

This looks like it’s only going one way, with the home side clear favourites. Leinster by 13

Cardiff v Stormers

I think the South Africans were scuppered by the weather last week, and they should be able to perform better in Cardiff and come away with the win. Stormers by 11

Dragons v Ospreys

The Dragons will be eyeing up a victory here, but they still aren’t good enough for me to pick them for a win. Ospreys by 8