Rugby Union Betting & Odds

Rugby union is a much-loved sport in the UK and Ireland. Millions watch and bet on the Six Nations every year, while the Rugby World Cup is just as popular.

Many also tune in to and bet on domestic rugby, enjoying the Premiership, while others look forward to the Lions Tours and test matches against teams from the Southern Hemisphere.

Discover which rugby union competitions, events, and matches you can bet on at Parimatch Sportsbook and learn about the different betting options available to you.

At Parimatch, we cover all bases when it comes to betting on rugby union. Specifically, we offer markets for the following major competitions and events:

The Six Nations

Held annually in February and March, the Six Nations is Europe’s most significant international rugby event, featuring England, Ireland, Scotland, Wales, France, and Italy.

The European giants compete for the Grand Slam, while hoping to avoid the ignominy of being awarded the Wooden Spoon for finishing bottom of the pile.

The World Cup

The World Cup is held every four years and is contested by the top rugby nations from around the world, including Southern Hemisphere giants like Australia, South Africa, and New Zealand.

Nations compete for the Webb Ellis Cup, the most prestigious trophy in rugby union, over one month of action that promises drama and memorable moments.

The British & Irish Lions Tour

This historic rugby tour is held every four years, bringing together the best players from England, Ireland, Scotland, and Wales in a touring party.

They travel to the Southern Hemisphere to face the top teams in fiercely contested matches, uniting players and fans in a tour that is unique to the sport.

The English Premiership

Featuring professional teams such as Saracens, Leicester Tigers, and Bath, the English Premiership runs from autumn to late spring, culminating in a dramatic playoff series and the Twickenham final.

You can bet on every English Premiership fixture at Parimatch. You can also pick your winner of the Premiership Grand Final at Twickenham.

European Rugby Champions Cup

This European club competition brings together the best teams from the UK, France, and Italy. It features an initial group phase followed by knockout fixtures to determine the best club side in European rugby.

Teams like Toulouse, Leinster, Bordeaux, and Bath often compete on the biggest stage in Europe – pick your outright Champions Cup winner today at Parimatch.

To bet on rugby union, create an account at Parimatch. Scroll to the top of the page, click “Sign Up,” and complete the registration form in seconds to launch your account.

Before depositing, navigate to our offers page to see if you can bag a free bet or another promotion to boost your bankroll. We regularly refresh our offers, providing you with great value for money.

Then, visit the Parimatch cashier to make your first deposit. With funds in your account, you can check the latest rugby union odds and decide which bets to place.

When betting on rugby and all other sports at Parimatch, we remind you to gamble responsibly. This involves setting and sticking to your limits and betting within your means.

Please visit our Safer Gambling Portal to learn more about our responsible gambling tools and to discover tips and resources that will help you.

There are so many ways to bet on rugby union at Parimatch, you’re spoiled for choice. Here’s an overview of the most popular betting markets and options for rugby fans:

Outrights

An outright wager is a futures bet on a rugby union league or competition. For instance, you could back Ireland to win the next Six Nations or England to win the next World Cup.

We also offer domestic outright markets, letting you bet on the winner of the English Premiership and other major leagues around the world.

Match Betting

We also offer markets and betting options for all major rugby fixtures on the calendar. This involves international test series, such as the British & Irish Lions Tour, the Six Nations, and the World Cup, as well as domestic rugby clashes in the world’s most-watched leagues.

Some of your rugby match betting options at Parimatch include:

• Match winner: Bet on either team to win. Though unlikely, you can also bet on the draw ahead of any rugby match.
• Total points (over/under): Place a bet on the total number of points you think will be scored in any rugby match, over or under a specific number (e.g., 60.5).
• Handicap betting: Back the favourite to win a rugby match by overcoming a handicap. You can also bet on the underdog, who receives a head start to level the playing field.
• Halftime/fulltime: Bet on the team you think will win the first half and the team you think will win the second half in this popular wager.

In-Play Betting

In-play betting on rugby union is an exciting experience. Wait until the game gets underway before making your selections, and take advantage of great odds and increased betting options.

Bet on things like the next player to score a try or the first team to score. In-play betting allows you to put your rugby knowledge and research to good use, and is popular among Parimatch punters.

Can’t decide which rugby bets to place at Parimatch? Learn more about how Lucky Dips work and let us structure the bets for you.

Whether you exclusively follow international rugby or support one of the clubs in the English Premiership, we offer betting markets and options throughout the season.

We also offer betting markets for rugby league, the other popular format of the game, letting you bet on the Super League and the NRL, among other competitions.

Create your Parimatch account today and bet on rugby. Please do your research and always gamble responsibly.