Moana Pasifika vs Waratahs Prediction: Can Pasifika extend their winning run in this fixture?

Round 8 of the Super Rugby Pacific will see Moana Pasifika play Waratahs at North Harbour Stadium. The home team won the last time these two teams faced each other at this stadium. Can history repeat itself? Below, I will analyse this game and offer predictions.

Moana Pasifika

Moana Pasifika started their season poorly but showed an improved level of play last weekend. Taking on the Crusaders on the road, this team pulled off a 29-45 win, thanks to a solid first-half performance. In the meantime, Moana Pasifika have suffered defeat to the Reds, Highlanders, and Chiefs this season, ending 56-36, 29-31, and 35-50. With a win over the Hurricanes, Moana Pasifika have accumulated 10 points from their first six games of the season, which positions them in 9th place.

Waratahs

Waratahs played Hurricanes last weekend and ended on the losing end. In a 57-12 contest, the Waratahs struggled in each half, losing 24-7 and 33-5. In the meantime, Waratahs have lost twice in their last three matches, with the first against the Reds. However, the visitors opened their season with three consecutive victories. In that run, Waratahs defeated Highlanders, Fijian Drua and Western Force. With four wins this season from six matches, the Waratahs have 17 points accumulated. This team sits 5th in the standings with 155 goals scored and 185 conceded.

Expert Betting Tips

Waratahs have been good this season, but their previous weekend performance showed they are getting weak. While Moana Pasifika displayed a shocking performance against Crusaders last weekend, I expect a better play against Waratahs. With both teams expected to fight for a win, the Waratahs are expected to compete well and score a number of points.

Our first option is a win for Moana Pasifika with odds at 1.69 on 1Xbet

Our second option is over 66.5 with odds at 1.91 on Bet365

Our last option is away team over 31.5 points with odds at 1.83 on Betway