Cheifs Vs Hurricanes
Obviousley a big game for both teams, for the Cheifs to cement their run for a third consecutive title. And for the Canes it is a must win, lose and their season is over (although if they lose with a BP they can still mathematically make it). While Cheifs are at home and have selected a good side, once again they have made several changes. Where as the Canes despite Injuries have pretty much the same team. So while Cheifs should be favourites, Canes have better consistency in selection and performance. So if players like Barratt, Peranara, Sheilds, A Savea, J Savea, Thomson e.t.c. Stand up Canes could win.
Prediction: Canes by 5
Lions Vs Rebels
I don't think anyone cares about this one haha, but Lions should win.
Prediction: Lions by 7
Crusaders Vs Blues
Big one for both teams, after the Blues big win againgst the force they well be full of confidence knowing one win well push for a playoff spot. Force gave them the freedom they needed to put the Force to the sword. I have a feeling the Sader's strategy well be to kick the blues into submission and give them no freedom what so ever.
Prediction: Saders by 8
Force Vs Reds
Mathmatically the Force still have a shot, however after their smashing they received from the Blues, it is a long shot at best. Reds showed some good form last week, so they could cause an upset of sorts.
Prediction: Force by 3
Stormers Vs Bulls
Big game in the context of the playoffs, one result either way could change the equations completely, Stormers have picked a good side, Bulls mathematically still have a shot at making the playoffs, although it is neptic thinking at best.
Prediction: Stormers by 15
Cheetahs Vs Sharks
Clearly Cheetahs are well out of the race, were months ago. But do have some test players returning, and well want to finish their season on a high. Sharks on the other hand after relinquishing 1st spot to the Tahs, well want to get back their.
Prediction: Sharks by 12
Waratahs Vs Highlanders
Very important game for the Highlanders, Wartahs have cemented a playoff spot with either 1st or 2nd spot. I have a feeling the Landers well employ a similar game plan they did with the Canes. Waratahs and Canes play similar games, very expansive, and reliant on counter attack ball. Landers strategy well be to bore the heck out of the Tahs, and kick them into submission, and take all the oppurtunities they have inside the Tahs 22.
Prediction: Landers by 3
