Rugby betting tips: England vs Scotland predictions, preview and best bets for Six Nations clash

The latest chapter in one of rugby’s oldest rivalries is set to unfold as England and Scotland meet at Twickenham for the Calcutta Cup. Read on to find a detailed outright preview and top betting recommendations and don’t forget to take advantage of the selected betting offers listed below to maximise your betting value.

Rugby betting tips: England vs Scotland Predictions for Six Nations

Can England End Scotland’s Winning Streak in the Calcutta Cup?

• Scotland have won their last four matches against England, asserting their dominance in this historic fixture.
• England have won their last home match by just one point, highlighting their struggles to pull away from opposition teams.
• Scotland are unbeaten at Twickenham in their last three visits, showing they are more than capable of handling the pressure of playing in England’s backyard.

Our Best Bet

England enter the contest as favourites, but history tells a different story—Scotland have dominated this fixture in recent years, securing victory in the last four encounters. That record, combined with their impressive ability to perform at Twickenham in recent meetings, sets the stage for a tightly contested battle.

England’s campaign has been a mixed one so far. A narrow one-point win over France in Round 2 will have provided a much-needed boost after an opening-round defeat to Ireland. However, despite their recent success, England have struggled to put teams away convincingly, and that is a concern heading into this fixture against a Scotland side that thrives on being underestimated.

Scotland, meanwhile, come into this match seeking redemption after a disappointing loss to Ireland. A win over Italy in Round 1 gave them a solid start, but their performance against the Irish left much to be desired. Finn Russell’s return is a major boost, given his influence on Scotland’s recent success in this fixture, and his battle with England’s Fin Smith will be a crucial subplot. With both teams eager to assert themselves, this match could be decided in the finer details, and the Calcutta Cup remains firmly up for grabs.

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Best Bet for Today: England -9 to Win

England have struggled to assert dominance over Scotland in recent years, but this could be the moment where they turn the tide. Their victory over France in the previous round—though narrow—demonstrated a resilience that has often been missing in recent tight encounters. The fact that they held their nerve in the final moments to secure the win suggests a team growing in confidence, and that bodes well against a Scottish side that is still reeling from their loss to Ireland.

One key factor in England’s favour is Scotland’s inconsistency. While they have had the upper hand in this rivalry recently, their performance against Ireland showed significant flaws, particularly in defence. They struggled to contain Ireland’s structured attack, conceding 32 points, and if England can replicate even a fraction of that attacking fluidity, they should find themselves in control of this contest.

Another point of concern for Scotland is their dependency on Finn Russell. The experienced fly-half has been instrumental in their success against England in the past, but he is coming off a frustrating performance against Ireland. If England’s defensive pressure can limit his influence, Scotland’s attack could become one-dimensional. On the other hand, England have shown promise with Fin Smith at fly-half, and his ability to dictate the tempo, alongside Marcus Smith at full-back, could prove decisive.

Given England’s growing momentum and Scotland’s struggles last time out, backing England to cover the -9 handicap looks like the best value bet. A Scotland win is not impossible, but unless they can rediscover their attacking rhythm, England should have too much for them over 80 minutes.

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