Waratahs vs Blues predictions, Mar 21, 2026

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As the Waratahs prepare to host the Blues on March 21, 2026, at home, both teams bring contrasting recent forms to the field. The Waratahs have secured victories in 2 of their last 4 encounters, demonstrating a mixed bag of performances that will require them to step up their consistency. On the other hand, the Blues are riding the momentum of 3 wins from their last 5 matches, showcasing their ability to capitalize on opportunities and expose defensive weaknesses, particularly in away matches.

From a tactical perspective, the Waratahs are known for their physical forward pack, which will be pivotal in controlling the match tempo and securing set-pieces. However, they will need to improve their defensive organization to negate the attacking prowess of the Blues, who have displayed a dynamic backline capable of striking through space and exploiting mismatches.

With bookmakers leaning toward the Blues at odds of 1.43 compared to the Waratahs at 2.95, predictions suggest a close contest, with a projected final score of 25-32 in favor of the Blues. Ultimately, while the Blues are favored to win, rugby often defies expectations, emphasizing the unpredictability inherent in this sport.

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Waratahs 31.3%

Draw 4.5%

Blues 64.2%

Prediction (the most likely score): 25:32

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	2.9	21	1.43
	3.04	18	1.41
	3	21	1.4
	3.04	20.55	1.43

Latest Results

14.03.26 Reds Rugby – Waratahs Rugby – 26:17 06.03.26 Waratahs Rugby – Hurricanes Rugby – 19:59 20.02.26 Waratahs Rugby – Fijian Drua – 36:13 13.02.26 Waratahs Rugby – Reds Rugby – 36:12 05.10.25 Western Force Rugby – Waratahs Rugby – 26:33

14.03.26 Blues Rugby – Moana Pasifika – 43:7 07.03.26 Blues Rugby – Crusaders Rugby – 29:13 28.02.26 Brumbies Rugby – Blues Rugby – 30:27 21.02.26 Western Force Rugby – Blues Rugby – 32:42 14.02.26 Blues Rugby – Chiefs Rugby – 15:19

Facts

This time we’ll see a clash between two mid-table teams (ranked 8 and 6 in the zone Promotion ~ Super Rugby (Play Offs: Quarter~finals)).

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Waratahs won 0.

In recent matches, Blues has shown inconsistent performance (in the last 5 games, wins – 3).

Blues may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.

In this match, Blues is the team to beat.

In the last 14 head-to-head matches, Waratahs won 2 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 12 matches, and goals 276:443. (average 19.7:31.6).

Including home matches between the teams, Waratahs won 2 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 146:166. (average 20.9:23.7).

Latest Head To Head

31.05.25 Blues Rugby – Waratahs Rugby – 46:6 16.03.24 Waratahs Rugby – Blues Rugby – 10:12 09.06.23 Blues Rugby – Waratahs Rugby – 41:12 22.04.23 Blues Rugby – Waratahs Rugby – 55:21 28.05.22 Waratahs Rugby – Blues Rugby – 17:20

Standings

Draw

Play Offs

Quarter-finals

1	Crusaders (2)	Reds (5)	32 : 12
2	Chiefs (1)	Blues (6)	19 : 20
3	Chiefs (1)	Bye
4	Brumbies (3)	Hurricanes (4)	35 : 28

Semi-finals

1	Crusaders (2)	Blues (6)	21 : 14
2	Chiefs (1)	Brumbies (3)	37 : 17

Final

1

Crusaders (2)

Chiefs (1)

16 : 12

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