Reds vs Cubs Prediction and MLB Tips - 12 July 2026
Last updated: Jul 11, 2026, 2:25PM | Published: Jul 10, 2026, 6:36PM
The Cincinnati Reds will face the Chicago Cubs in MLB action at Great American Ball Park on Sunday, beginning at 9:10am AEST.
Nick Lodolo (3-2, 4.68 ERA) will start on the mound for the Reds, pitting him against Javier Assad (6-1, 4.15 ERA) for the Cubs.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Reds vs Cubs game, plus the latest betting odds in Australia.
Who Will Win?
Based on advanced computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Sunday's Cincinnati vs Cubs MLB match-up 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model gives the Reds a 51% chance of beating the Cubs at Great American Ball Park.
Reds vs Cubs: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Sunday's MLB game at Great American Ball Park are listed here:
- Head to Head: Reds $1.87, Cubs $1.95
- Line: Reds +1.5 ($1.59), Cubs -1.5 ($2.45)
- Total (Over/Under 10 Runs): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, the bookmakers currently have the Reds at $1.87 and the Cubs at $1.95.
The Reds are listed as 1.5-run underdogs against the Cubs, with odds of $1.59 available at TAB.
For the favourite Cubs (-1.5) to cover the line, TAB offers odds of $2.45.
The over/under for total runs scored is set at 10 with TAB, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Reds (+1.5) are predicted to cover the line 61% of the time, while the 10-run over/under is expected to is considered an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Reds vs Cubs: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Cubs at $1.95 with TAB
- Line: Reds +1.5 at $1.59 with TAB
- Total Runs: Under 10 at $1.91 with TAB
Stats Insider's Reds vs Cubs betting tips are based on complex modelling and betting experience to help you place better bets with your chosen online bookie.
While the Reds have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Cubs to win is our recommended option due to the edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently available.
Taking advantage of the edges published on Stats Insider is crucial to achieving long-term profitability.
Reds vs Cubs: Prediction
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Cincinnati vs Cubs game on Sunday, including data-driven predictions and free betting tips.
Our model updates regularly, so refresh this article for the latest betting tips before the Cincinnati vs Cubs match-up.
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Reds vs Cubs: Essential Details
The match-up between the Reds and Cubs at Great American Ball Park is scheduled to commence at 9:10am AEST on Sunday.
- Teams: Cincinnati Reds vs Chicago Cubs
- Date: Sunday 12 July 2026
- Time: 9:10am AEST
- Venue: Great American Ball Park
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our Cincinnati vs Cubs predictions are based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of expert data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our MLB tips are accurate and reliable, so that you can make informed decisions with confidence.
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