Crusaders vs. Blues Predictions - Super Rugby Finals Week 1 2026

We have Crusaders vs. Blues predictions for Super Rugby Finals Week 1 on Saturday, June 6 at 2:35pm at One Stadium in Christchurch.

Bookmakers have an 8.5-point line for the all-New Zealand game on Saturday, where the Crusaders are favoured to win.

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Crusaders –8.5 @ $1.90

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The Crusaders have hit top gear at the right time of the year, and they could put on a good performance against the Blues.

They have had the measure of the Blues over the last few years, and we don’t trust the visitors to turn up in Christchurch and score an upset. Therefore, we’re going with the Crusaders to win and cover the –8.5 spread.

They scored a 47-14 win over the Hurricanes last week, and despite the Hurricanes playing without some superstars, it was still a good showing from the ‘Saders. Momentum is firmly on their side, especially with the Blues losing 59-34 to the Chiefs.

The –8.5 line might seem tough to cover, but the home team should have a halftime lead and build it steadily in the second half. We have the Crusaders winning by 13+.

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Crusaders –8.5, Sevu Reece Anytime Try Scorer, Leicester Fainga’anuku Anytime Try Scorer, Over 57.5 Points @ $9.00

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Sevu Reece was back at his brilliant best last week when scoring a double, and the All Black winger should cross for another try on Saturday. Conditions will be ideal for running rugby, and ideal for punters who take the $1.77 odds.

Leicester Fainga’anuku is another great player, and he has been in fine form this season. The All Black forward has a try in four of his last five games, so we’re surprised by the $2.10 odds for him to score.

Points should come freely in the Super Rugby Finals game, so our Super Rugby SGM picks include over 57.5.

Best Value Bet

Sevu Reece First Try Scorer @ $8.75

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Reece could get the Crusaders off to an ideal start, and he often scores the opening try of the game.

He doesn’t just camp out on the wing, and his ability to get infield and be a part of the action is why he scores a lot of tries.

The $8.75 odds are too good to pass up, so include him as a value bet.

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