Cranbourne Racing Tips for Friday, February 27th 2026

We have expert betting tips for racing at Cranbourne on Friday, which includes eight races at the quality night meeting.

Punters get good value horse racing odds for the Victorian meeting, and we have betting tips for every race on the card.

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Cranbourne racing tips

Race 1. (18:15) The Valley Southside Maiden (1200m)

#7 – Balance @ $1.75

Balance had a tough run on debut in Group 3 company, and she should be much better suited to maiden company.

The three-year-old daughter of Alabama Express ran four lengths behind Alpha Sofie, who is the favourite to win the Inglis Sprint on Saturday.

It’s an excellent form guide, so take the short odds.

Stake: 3.5 Units

Race 2. (18:45) Living Legends Summer Middle Distance BM66 (2025m)

#4 – Time Allowed @ $2.15

Money has come for Time Allowed, which isn’t surprising after posting two placings from two runs in Australia.

The four-year-old son of Lope de Vega showed ability in Europe when posting a win over the mile and rising to 2025m looks ideal now.

He’s another favourite on the card, but he should go close.

Stake: 2.5 Units

Race 3. (19:15) Cool Ridge BM66 (1600m)

#4 – Humza Bey @ $3.60

Humza Bey has been scratched at his last two runs, but the patience could pay off for connections.

The former New Zealand, who was unbeaten across the Tasman, kicked things off in Australia with a third placing at Sale, which was a tidy effort.

He will only improve, and we have him improving enough to win.

Stake: 1 Unit

Race 4. (19:45) Ladbrokes Hosted Pots BM64 (1200m)

#2 – Fly by Light @ $3.40

Layla would be our top pick, but we believe that she’s heading to the Inglis Sprint on Saturday, so we’re backing Fly by Light here.

The Clinton McDonald-trained gelding won on debut at Cranbourne by 3.5 lengths, and it was hard not to be impressed by that.

Ben Melham rides, which only adds to his appeal.

Stake: 2 Units

Race 5. (20:15) Musk Creek Farm Summer Sprint BM66 (1200m)

#4 – Markdel @ $8.00

Punters get value odds with Markdel, who didn’t fire at Sandown last start, but that followed a fresh up win at Cranbourne.

The four-year-old son of Snitzel scored by a half-length and returning to this track could be enough for his best form to return.

The $8 odds are better than expected, so include him in picks.

Stake: 1 Unit

Race 6. (20:45) Ladbrokes 55 Second Challenge BM70 (955m)

#8 – Gentle Steel @ $2.80

Winning form at Caulfield bodes well for racing at Cranbourne, and Gentle Steel got the better of a quality field last start.

She defeated Celerity in a quick time, and she now owns three wins from six starts, so she’s building a nice record.

Big bets have come her way throughout the week, so follow the money trail.

Stake: 2 Units

Race 7. (21:15) Lawn Rules Abell Stakes (1200m)

#6 – Soft Love @ $5.50

Soft Love always hits the ground running with two wins and a placing from three attempts.

The Matt Laurie-trained mare is a three-time winner from nine starts overall, and although she draws wide, her natural speed should take her close.

54kg on her back is another positive, so she could take out the feature race.

Stake: 1 Unit

Race 8. (21:45) Ladbrokes Big Bets Middle Distance BM70 (2025m)

#2 – Stage ‘N’ Screen @ $3.00

Stage ‘N’ Screen got into an awkward position at Cranbourne last start, but we like the way she hit the line.

The Te Akau-raced mare just needs some luck to go her way, but after drawing barrier three, she should get all favours in the run.

Logan Bates takes 2kg off her back to help with the big weight.

Stake: 2 Units

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Daryl Curnow

About Daryl Curnow

After graduating from the University of Auckland (BA - English), Daryl was thrown into the world of sports and horse racing journalism.

Having worked as a racing journalist for two years, he decided to move into the online world of horse racing and sports writing. After years of honing his craft, Daryl became a professional punter in 2009 - with a focus on horse racing, NRL, AFL, NBA, Rugby, NFL, and US college sports.

Daryl's tips have been featured on various websites around the world before joining the GoBet team. When he's not working, Daryl tries to avoid making bogeys on the golf course.