Stormers vs Cheetahs Prediction & Betting Tips

Competition: Currie Cup

Date: Sunday, 9 August 2026

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The Stormers will be looking to make home advantage count when they take on the Cheetahs in this Currie Cup encounter. Jean-Luc du Plessis returns to captain the side from flyhalf, with Stefan Ungerer starting at scrumhalf. The backline has plenty of attacking ability, with Suleiman Hartzenberg, Markus Muller and Mfundo Ndhlovu capable of causing problems, while Divan Fuller and Louw Nel will be important in the forward battle.

The Cheetahs have also named an experienced side, with Faf de Klerk starting at scrumhalf and Ethan Wentzel at flyhalf. Clayton Blommetjies provides experience at fullback, while Michael Annies, Marco Jansen van Vuren and Prince Nkabinde offer plenty of attacking threat. The Cheetahs also have experience among their replacements, with Aranos Coetzee providing a strong option from the bench.

Best Bets

✅ Best Bet: Cheetahs to Win

💰 Value Bet: Cheetahs -2.5 Handicap

Why We Like This Bet

The Cheetahs look to have the experience and quality to cause the Stormers problems, despite playing away from home. Faf de Klerk gives them excellent control at scrumhalf, while Blommetjies and their outside backs provide plenty of attacking options. The Stormers have a talented side but are relatively inexperienced in several key positions. We expect the Cheetahs to use their greater experience to control the important moments and claim a narrow victory.

Prediction: Cheetahs to win

Confidence Rating

⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5)