Kilmarnock vs Rangers: Predictions, Betting odds, Lineups, Preview

Explore Ladbrokes' detailed preview for Kilmarnock vs Rangers in the Premiership. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 20:00 GMT match.

• Fixture: Kilmarnock vs Rangers
• Date: Saturday, 06 December 2025
• Kick-off: 20:00 GMT
• Venue: Rugby Park

Kilmarnock will be looking to break their recent run of poor form when they face Rangers. With a string of draws and losses, Kilmarnock might struggle to find the confidence needed to challenge a Rangers side that has been more consistent. The predicted 3-4-3 formation could offer some attacking threat, but defensively they might be vulnerable against Rangers' potent attack.

Rangers, on the other hand, have shown good form with recent wins and draws, suggesting they could dominate this match. Their 4-2-3-1 setup should allow them to control the midfield and exploit Kilmarnock's defensive weaknesses. With players like Miovski leading the line, Rangers are likely to find the back of the net more than once.

Kilmarnock's recent form has been inconsistent, with two draws and three losses in their last five games. The draws against Heart of Midlothian and Dundee Utd might give them some hope, but the heavy defeats to Motherwell, Celtic, and Falkirk suggest a lack of defensive solidity. This patchy form could impact their confidence going into the match against Rangers.

Recent Premiership Results:

• Draw: 1-1 vs Heart of Midlothian (A)

• Draw: 1-1 vs Dundee Utd (H)

• Loss: 1-3 vs Motherwell (H)

• Loss: 0-4 vs Celtic (A)

• Loss: 1-3 vs Falkirk (A)

Rangers have been in much better shape, with three wins and two draws in their last five outings. Their ability to secure victories against Livingston, Dundee, and Hibernian, along with solid draws against Dundee Utd and Falkirk, indicates a team in good spirits. This strong run of form should give Rangers the momentum needed to perform well against Kilmarnock.

Recent Premiership Results:

• Draw: 2-2 vs Dundee Utd (A)
• Draw: 0-0 vs Falkirk (H)
• Win: 2-1 vs Livingston (H)
• Win: 3-0 vs Dundee (A)
• Win: 1-0 vs Hibernian (A)

The head-to-head record between Kilmarnock and Rangers shows a clear dominance by Rangers. In their last five encounters, Rangers have won four times, with Kilmarnock managing just one victory. The most recent match saw Rangers triumph 3-1, and their biggest win in this period was a 6-0 thrashing. This pattern suggests Rangers have the upper hand going into this fixture.

Recent Premiership Results

• Rangers 3-1 Kilmarnock (26 Oct 2025)
• Kilmarnock 2-4 Rangers (26 Feb 2025)
• Rangers 6-0 Kilmarnock (04 Dec 2024)
• Kilmarnock 1-0 Rangers (20 Oct 2024)
• Rangers 4-1 Kilmarnock (05 May 2024)

• Kyle Magennis (Knee) - Out

• Matthew Kennedy (Hip) - Out

• Jamie Brandon (Ankle) - Out

• Maksymilian Stryjek (Heart) - Out

• Djenairo Daniels (Knee) - Doubt

• Bailey Rice (Muscle) - Out

• Derek Cornelius (Muscle) - Out

• John Souttar (Muscle) - Out

• Oliver Antman (Leg) - Out

• Mikey Moore (Muscle) - Out

• Kieran Dowell (Foot) - Doubt

• Rabbi Matondo (Knee) - Doubt

• Predicted lineup: Oluwayemi (GK), E. Brown (DF), Mayo (DF), Deas (DF), J. Brown (MF), Thomson (MF), Lowery (MF), Thompson (MF), Lyons (AT), John-Jules (AT), Kiltie (AT)

Kilmarnock's predicted 3-4-3 formation will see Oluwayemi in goal, with Brown, Mayo, and Deas forming a solid back three. The midfield quartet of Brown, Thomson, Lowery, and Thompson will aim to control the game's tempo, while Lyons, John-Jules and Kiltie up front will look to exploit any gaps in Rangers' defence.

• Predicted lineup: Butland (GK), Tavernier (DF), Djiga (DF), Fernandez (DF), Meghoma (DF), Raskin (MF), Barron (MF), Bajrami (MF), Gassama (MF), Danilo (MF), Bajrami (MF), Miovski (AT)

Rangers are expected to line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Butland between the posts and a back four of Tavernier, Djiga, Fernandez, and Meghoma. The midfield duo of Raskin and Barron will provide stability, allowing Gassama, Danilo, and Bajrami to support the lone striker Miovski in attack.

• John-Jules vs Djiga: John-Jules will need to use his pace and skill to outmanoeuvre Djiga.

• J. Brown vs Bajrami: Brown's experience in midfield will be crucial against Bajrami's creativity.

• J. Brown (Kilmarnock): James Brown's versatility in midfield will be key for Kilmarnock's control of the game.

• Miovski (Rangers): Bojan Miovski's goal-scoring prowess will be vital for Rangers' success.

Kilmarnock vs Rangers at 20:00 GMT on Saturday, 06 December 2025, will be broadcast live for viewers in the UK on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Football.

Ladbrokes is predicting that the score will be Kilmarnock 1-3 Rangers.

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