Saturday 22 November 2025
17:10 Wales v New Zealand (Cardiff)
AI Grote: New Zealand 90%
Sports4Cast: New Zealand 92%
Ou Grote (Rob): New Zealand by 24
Ou Grote (James): New Zealand by 20
Rugby365: New Zealand
AI Grote: New Zealand 90%
Sports4Cast: New Zealand 92%
Ou Grote (Rob): New Zealand by 24
Ou Grote (James): New Zealand by 20
Rugby365: New Zealand
AI Grote: 66% Georgia
Sports4Cast: 67% Georgia | Georgia 22 – 17 Japan
Ou Grote (Rob): Georgia by 3
Ou Grote (James): Japan by 3
AI Grote: Argentina 55%
Sports4Cast: Scotland 52%
Ou Grote (Rob): Argentina by 8
Ou Grote (James): Argentina by 7
Ladbrokes: Scotland to beat Argentina
Perhaps the closest game of the weekend takes place on Sunday as Scotland and Argentina go head-to-head at Murrayfield. Scotland were ever so close to beating New Zealand last weekend and will be confident despite the 25-17 loss, which saw the Bravehearts miss out on a host of opportunities to record a win over the All Blacks for the first time in their history. This game could be decided on a knife edge, with 11 victories each in 22 past meetings, but we are going to back the hosts to do just enough against the Pumas.
AI Grote: Ireland 60%
Sports4Cast: Ireland 87%
Ou Grote (Rob): Australia by 3
Ou Grote (James): Australia by 9
Rugby365: Ireland by 5
Ladbrokes: Ireland to beat Australia
A defeat to New Zealand coupled with a laboured win over Japan means Ireland are yet to really get going in the Autumn Internationals so far. A more convincing win over Australia at the Aviva Stadium would remind everyone of their World Cup 2027 credentials once more, with the Wallabies hurting after losing in Italy. We have gone with a win for the Irish in the match betting market, though a bigger margin of victory could be the way to go if you’re feeling brave.
AI Grote: Wales 60%
Sports4Cast: Wales 61%
Ou Grote (Rob): Wales by 9
Ou Grote (James): Wales by 12
Rugby365: Wales by 12
Ladbrokes: Wales to beat Japan
After a humbling defeat to Argentina last weekend, Wales will have a much better chance to record only their second win of 2025 when they host Japan. Wales’ only other previous win of the year came against the Cherry Blossoms in June to end an 18-match losing streak and should be confident, but this match holds even higher importance, with the loser likely to fall outside the top 12 rankings and thus end up with a tougher group in the World Cup 2027 draw in December. With a packed out Principality Stadium roaring them on, Wales should do what they need to do to secure that spot.
AI Grote: Springboks 97%
Sports4Cast: Springboks 92%
Ou Grote (Rob): Springboks by 22
Ou Grote (James): Springboks by 25
Rugby365: Springboks
Ladbrokes: South Africa to beat Italy with -21.5 handicap
Italy kick off the weekend as they welcome world champions South Africa to Turin, with the hosts on a high after a famous 26-19 win over Australia last weekend. The victory undoubtedly signals Italy’s growing rise as a force in world rugby, but South Africa is a different level of opponent, with the Springboks themselves coming off the back of a thrilling win over France. With South Africa heavy favourites for this encounter, a handicap of -21.5 ensures value in your accumulator pick.
AI Grote: Argentina 70% | Wales 15 – 22 Argentina
Sports4Cast: Argentina 80%
Ou Grote (Rob): Argentina by 9
Ou Grote (James): Argentina by 11
Rugby365: Argentina
Argentina’s strong recent strong form give them the edge. Wales, despite home advantage and a new coach, remain inconsistent and vulnerable to the Pumas’ physicality and flair.
AI Grote: Springboks 51% | France 24 – 28 South Africa
Sports4Cast: Springboks 56%
Ou Grote (Rob): Springboks by 3
Ou Grote (James): Springboks by 7
Rugby365: Springboks
South Africa’s recent edge over France and their superior forward platform give them the winning margin. France’s home crowd and attack threaten, but disruptive Bok defence and experience in tight Test conditions should tip the balance in a close match.
AI Grote: Australia 60% | Italy 19 – 32 Australia
Sports4Cast: Australia 66%
Ou Grote (Rob): Australia by 7
Ou Grote (James): Australia by 10
Rugby365: Australia
Australia’s strong head-to-head record and experience give them the edge, despite Italy’s home support. Italy remain vulnerable to southern-hemisphere power, while Australia should execute with greater consistency and physicality.
AI Grote: England 68% | England 32 – 17 Fiji
Sports4Cast: England 87%
Ou Grote (Rob): England by 15
Ou Grote (James): England by 20
Rugby365: England
England’s home venue, recent strong form and head-to-head dominance over Fiji set the tone. Fiji’s flair and upset potential are real, but England’s depth, discipline and platform control should ensure a comfortable win.