Reds vs. Highlanders Predictions – Super Rugby Week 3 2026

We have Reds vs. Highlanders predictions for the Super Rugby Week 3 game on Friday, February 27 at 7:35pm at Suncorp Stadium.

A close game is expected in Queensland, with the Reds holding favouritism at $1.65.

Reds vs. Highlanders Predictions

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Best Bet

The Highlanders have much better form coming into this Week 3 game, including a win over the Crusaders in the opening week.

They were only narrowly beaten by the Chiefs last week, who are the title favourites, and although consistency has never been their strength, the 2026 Highlanders could be a different beast.

It wasn’t a good start for the Reds, who were thumped by the Waratahs in the opening week before getting a bye. Having a bye came at the right time, but the Highlanders are fit and ready to produce their best.

Punters get $2.20 for the upset win, and that’s an excellent price for the visitors.

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Same Game Multi

We’re backing two Highlanders players to score tries, which boosts Super Rugby same game multi odds in a big way.

Caleb Tangitau has four tries from his last four games, including a try against the Chiefs, and he will get better scoring opportunities against a Reds defence that didn’t show up in Week 1.

Jona Nareki is a great runner of the ball, and he showed his silky skills against the Chiefs. We have him scoring again, and the $2.15 odds are better than expected

Under 52.5 points is included in our Super Rugby picks. We have the final score being 27-20 for the Highlanders, so take the value line available.

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Best Value Bet

Anything better than $2 is a good price for Nareki to score, so lock in the $2.15 odds before money comes for the Highlander.

The 28-year-old Fijian has speed to burn, and if he gets clear running room, he should breeze past the Reds defence on the wings.

He’s worth including in all Super Rugby bets this week, and it could be a breakout season for the quality player.