8 May 2026 · One NZ Stadium
Blues at Crusaders
Blues 20 – 36 Crusaders · Crusaders won. We had Crusaders at 52.2%, a draw at 3.4% and Blues at 44.3%.
Ratings before the game: Crusaders 1602, Blues 1659, plus 85 for playing at home.
Weather during the game: 15°C, wind 24 km/h (gusts 55).
What the markets said before the start
Each source's last price before the start, as a chance with the bookmaker's margin taken out. The model's forecast never uses them.
| Source | Crusaders | Draw | Blues |
|---|---|---|---|
| The model | 52.2% | 3.4% | 44.3% |
| Polymarket | 35.7% | 28.1% | 36.3% |
Form coming in
Last five results before this game: Blues WLWWW, Crusaders WLLWL.
Other meetings this season
| Date | Game | Score | Pre-game chance of the winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Mar 2026 | Crusaders at Blues | 13–29 | 50% |
| 6 Jun 2026 | Blues at Crusaders | 31–52 | 77% |
The teams
Questions and answers
Who won Blues at Crusaders?
Crusaders won 36–20 on 8 May 2026. Before the start PodiumOracle's model gave Crusaders 52%.