Pumas vs Griquas
Score by half
| Team | 1H | 2H | Final |
|---|---|---|---|
 Pumas | 7 | 7 | 14 |
 Griquas | 24 | 14 | 38 |
AI match analysis
Predicted score: 31-29
The data suggests that this matchup could be tightly contested based on both teams' recent forms, with the Pumas showing a mixed home record and Griquas performing well away. Historically, the Pumas have had the upper hand in their encounters, having won 4 of the last 5 matches. The predicted score leans slightly towards the Pumas given their scoring ability, but the match could also see Griquas pushing hard given their strong recent performance.
- Pumas have a home win rate of 42% this season.
- Griquas hold a stronger away win rate at 53%.
- Historically, Pumas have won 4 of the last 5 encounters against Griquas.
- Griquas have averaged 34.5 points scored and 24.1 conceded over their last 10 matches.
Confidence is moderate because the outcomes are closely matched, which limits confidence, and the bookmaker market agrees closely with this read, and some historical data (form, H2H or standings) is still incomplete.
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Why AI favors Pumas
- Historical edgePumas
Pumas have won 5 of the last 5 meetings between these two teams.
5/5 H2H wins - Poor recent formPumas
Pumas have lost 3 of their last 5 matches.
2W 0D 3L - Good recent formGriquas
Griquas have won 4 of their last 5 matches.
4W 0D 1L - Sharper attackGriquas
Griquas are averaging 35.5 points scored per game over their recent matches.
35.5/game
Computed independently from historical data — not a model-reported reason.
What could change the prediction
- AI and market are closely aligned
The bookmaker market and our model currently see this match almost identically, which limits how differentiated this pick is.
- Close matchup
The model gives the favorite only a 50% probability, so this is a closely-matched fixture and confidence remains moderate.
How did our prediction do?
We picked Pumas at 50% — final result was Griquas win, Pumas 14-38 Griquas.
Predicted score was 31-29.
The model itself flagged this as a moderate confidence pick (55/100), so this miss was a genuinely close call.
Closing odds vs. our model
Last tracked odds before kickoff, compared against our AI's pre-match probability for the same outcome.
Match trends
- Pumas have averaged 28.5 points scored per game over their last 10 matches.
- Griquas have averaged 35.5 points scored per game over their last 10 matches.
- Pumas are unbeaten in 5 of the last 5 meetings with Griquas.
Odds comparison
Match winner
Points spread
| Line | Pumas | Griquas |
|---|---|---|
| -3.5 | 2.10▼ | 1.67▲ |
| -2.5 | 1.99▼ | 1.73▲ |
| -1.5 | 1.91▼ | 1.81▲ |
| -1 | 1.88▲ | 1.90 |
| -0.5 | 1.81 | 1.90 |
| +0 | 1.73 | 2.00 |
| +0.5 | 1.73▲ | 2.04▼ |
| +1.5 | 1.64▼ | 2.15▲ |
Total points
| Line | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| 55.5 | 1.59 | 2.18 |
| 56.5 | 1.63 | 2.11 |
| 58.5 | 1.86 | 1.87 |
| 59.5 | 1.86 | 1.86 |
| 60 | 1.89 | 1.85 |
| 60.5 | 1.94 | 1.81 |
| 61.5 | 2.11 | 1.63 |
| 62.5 | 2.18 | 1.59 |
Average price across 8 bookmakers we track. Odds change continuously — shown for reference only, not a recommendation.
Match winner — odds movement
Model vs market
"Market" is the average bookmaker price converted to an implied probability with the bookmaker's built-in margin removed, for a fair comparison against the AI's own probability estimate.
Head-to-head
Last 5 meetings
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Frequently asked questions
Who is likely to win Pumas vs Griquas?+
Our AI model favors Pumas to win, with a 50% probability (Griquas 47%).
What time does Pumas vs Griquas kick off?+
Kickoff is at Aug 21, 2026, 1:00 PM (your local time, based on your device).
What was the score by half in Pumas vs Griquas?+
Pumas: 7-7. Griquas: 24-14. Final: 14-38.