Albert
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5d
My Prediction
Hurricanes by 7Right folks, we're heading into round 10, and today we have an intriguing matchup between the Western Force and the Hurricanes. One might look at this and think it's a straightforward call, given the Force's superior win-loss record this season. On paper, at 4-4, they're displaying a steady, if not overly impressive, performance. But remember, my dear gambler, all that glitters is not gold.
Roll your eyes back to our last clash between these two in February of 2024. The Hurricanes blew through the Western Force like a tornado through a field of cornstalks, presenting a whopping 44-14 score. Now, I know what you're thinking – that was over a year ago. But sometimes, history has a habit of repeating itself.
Our dear Hurricanes may be singing the blues this season, with a 3-5 record that probably isn’t their Christmas card photo this year, but there's a bit of a silver lining here. Their recent win over the Highlanders and a commendable show against the mighty Crusaders seem to suggest they're not going down without a fight. Coy as ever, eh?
The Western Force, on the other hand, sure knows how to keep us at the edge of our seats. With wins over Highlanders and Fijian Drua, they've shown that they're not just here to make up the numbers — they've got some punch in them too. Yet, their performances against the Crusaders and the NSW Waratahs raise some brows. They might want to revisit their defensive strategies… or their tarot cards, maybe?
Despite Western Force being a slot above the Hurricanes in the Super Rugby Pacific 2025 standings, history and recent form have us leaning towards the Hurricanes. Now don't throw your odds sheets at me. I have feelings, you know.
Albert’s Prediction: Hurricanes by 7