Ross County vs Hibs prediction, Odds and Betting Tips 31/01/2023

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* Betting odds were correct at the time of publication but are subject to change.

We bring you Scottish Premiership predictions of Ross County vs Hibs here with the game due to take place on 31st January.

Ross County vs Hibs: Our top betting predictions

Hibs put in a top drawer performance at the weekend and now arrive in this game as odds on favourites to bank another three points. Will Ross County be able to prove a coupon buster by getting a result? Find out with our Ross County vs Hibs match preview with free tips, predictions and odds mentioned along the way.

Ross County to take a point

We've just touched on the fact that Hibs are favourites to win this match but our prediction goes in a different direction; we're predicting the game to end level. Sure, Hibs hit Aberdeen for six at the weekend but they're not the only side that put in a good display; Ross County ran out 3-0 winners against Kilmarnock meaning they're now on a run of just one defeat in five games. On top of that, Hibs' win over Aberdeen, impressive as it was, was only their second win in their last five games. Alongside those inconsistent streaks in recent weeks, the two meetings between these sides so far this season have seen each team come out on top one time – does that mean we're due a draw? It's certainly the best value option in the match result market.

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Banking on a few goals

We now turn our attention to the total goals market and we are expecting to see over 2.5. Both sides went goal crazy in their last outing but there is more to this tip than just that. Ross County have seen three of their last five home matches go over the 2.5 mark with a total of 14 goals seen across that period; that gives them a game average of 2.8 goals. Hibs' away form has been high scoring too. Four of their last five away games – including each of their last three – have gone over the aforementioned 2.5 cut off. During that period they've see a total of 19 goals; that gives them a game average of 3.8 goals.

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Here are the key stats & form guide for Ross County vs Hibs

Head to Head

31/01/23

Scotland Premiership Scotland

Ross County

Hibernian

1

1

01/10/22

Scotland Premiership Scotland

Ross County

Hibernian

0

2

19/02/22

Scotland Premiership Scotland

Hibernian

Ross County

2

0

24/11/21

Scotland Premiership Scotland

Ross County

Hibernian

1

0

08/08/21

Scotland Premiership Scotland

Hibernian

Ross County

3

0

Last Five - Ross County

31/08/24

Scotland Premiership Scotland

Aberdeen

Ross County

1

0

L

24/08/24

Scotland Premiership Scotland

Rangers

Ross County

6

0

L

17/08/24

Scotland League Cup SLC

Spartans

Ross County

1

0

L

10/08/24

Scotland Premiership Scotland

Dundee Utd

Ross County

1

1

D

03/08/24

Scotland Premiership Scotland

Motherwell

Ross County

0

0

D

Last Five - Hibernian

01/09/24

Scotland Premiership Scotland

Kilmarnock

Hibernian

1

1

D

24/08/24

Scotland Premiership Scotland

Dundee

Hibernian

2

2

D

18/08/24

Scotland League Cup SLC

Celtic

Hibernian

3

1

L

11/08/24

Scotland Premiership Scotland

Celtic

Hibernian

2

0

L

04/08/24

Scotland Premiership Scotland

St Mirren

Hibernian

3

0

L

So, that gives you some insight to how the different bookmakers see the action unfolding. How though do the bookies odds translate into probabilities ahead of this game and how might that impact your view of our predictions? Let's find out.

Ross County odds: 8/3 (3.67) – 27%

Draw odds: 5/2 (3.50) – 29%

Hibs odds: 1/1 (2.00) – 50%

Ross County might be the home side in this game but they're not remotely close to being the bookmakers favourites. That being said, Hibs are only available at even money (2.00), which suggests that the bookies are far from convinced an away win awaits. The match result market isn't the only place where the bookies aren't 100% sure how things will unfold. Both the ‘yes' and ‘no' betting options from the both teams to score market are available at odds on prices.

Check out the predicted lineups ahead of Ross County vs Hibs

Ross County

Ross County enjoyed a first win in nine games last time out to stretch their unbeaten run (at 90 minutes) to three games. That will see the group feeling confident ahead of this match up and we're anticipating an unchanged line up from that 3-0 win over Kilmarnock.

Predicted lineup – Laidlaw, Watson, Baldwin, Iacovitti, Hanlon, Kenneh, Callachan, Randall, Brophy, White

Hibs

Despite a hefty injury list, which includes sharpshooter Martin Boyle, Hibs turned in a top display last time out that included them hitting six goals. With a performance like that in the pocket, changes to the XI are highly unlikely. We're backing the same team that started, which notably means Kevin Nisbet will be on the bench to begin with.

Predicted lineup – Marshall, Cadden, Fish, Hanlon, Stevenson, Jeggo, McKirdy, Newell, Campbell, McGeady, Youan

Starting Lineups

*Starting lineups are usually announced one hour prior to kick off.

Player to watch

There is only one player we can shout out here and that's Josh Campbell. The 22-year-old Hibs midfielder put in a performance for the ages last time out. He scored a hat-trick and provided two assists. That means he's had seven goal contributions in his last three league games. Whether it's a hot streak or the start of a breakout star, who cares, you won't want to take your eyes off him in this game.

Check out the latest standings

Premiership

#	Team	P	W	D	L	+/-	Points
1	Celtic	4	4	0	0	12	12
2	Aberdeen	4	4	0	0	6	12
3	Dundee Utd	4	2	2	0	3	8
4	Rangers	4	2	1	1	4	7
5	Motherwell	4	2	1	1	2	7
6	Dundee	4	1	3	0	2	6
7	St Mirren	4	1	1	2	-2	4
8	St Johnstone	4	1	0	3	-1	3
9	Hibernian	4	0	2	2	-5	2
10	Ross County	4	0	2	2	-7	2
11	Hearts	4	0	1	3	-5	1
12	Kilmarnock	4	0	1	3	-9	1

A quickfire FAQ on Ross County vs Hibs

• Where is the match being played? – Easter Road
• Who do the bookmakers have as favourites? – Hibs
• What time does the match kick off?  19:45 GMT