Bristol vs Exeter Chiefs Prediction: Can the Chiefs avoid a defeat?

Bristol will play Exeter Chiefs at Ashton Gate in the Gallagher Premiership Rugby. Ahead of this game, Bristol won the last meeting, which ended 35-40. How will this game end as Bristol are favorites? I preview this game and offer predictions. 

Bristol

Bristol played Bath in the Premiership Rugby Cup last contest, and they won. In a 40-21 contest, Bristol settled for a 21-21 draw in the first half, but a 19-0 win in the second half was enough to see them win. In the meantime, that win was Bristol’s third in their last four matches, their only defeat against Bedford Blues. In other encounters, Bristol defeated Ampthill and Newcastle Falcons. Ahead of this game, Bristol have 40 points from 11 matches, being six points behind first-placed Bath. 

Exeter Chiefs

Exeter Chiefs played Bath in the Premiership Rugby Cup final, and they lost. In a 14-48 contest, this team struggled in each half, losing 14-17 in the first half and 0-31 in the second half. In the meantime, this team has shown character in recent matches, picking up wins over Cornish Pirates, Sale Sharks, and Ealing Trailfinders. Ahead of this game, Exeter Chiefs have struggled in their road matches, losing five of their last six games, coming against Bath, Sharks, Sale Sharks, Leicester Tigers, and Ulster. Exeter Chiefs head into this game with 15 points from 11 matches, leaving them seated in 9th place. 

Expert Betting Tips

This is a daisy game, and I cannot completely write the Exeter Chiefs off despite being the underdogs. With the Bristol side playing so well, they have shown they can dominate games, and being the favourites is not questionable. Looking at what the two teams could offer, I believe this will be a high-scoring game, given I expect the Exeter Chiefs to show a lot of offensive play. Meanwhile, the Exeter Chiefs should show character and close the odds at full time. 

Our first option is over 54.5 with odds at 1.61 on 1Xbet

Our second option is handicap W2 (+17.5) with odds at 1.90 on Bet365

Our last option is away team over 18.5 with odds at 1.77 on Betway