Kilmarnock vs Heart of Midlothian: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 October

Kilmarnock

D L W W L

11th place in League

0-3

18/10/2025 16:45

Heart of Midlothian

W W L W D

1st place in League

Scottish Premier League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Kilmarnock vs Heart of Midlothian on 18 October 2025 (kick-off: 16:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Kilmarnock vs Heart of Midlothian preview before placing your bet.

Kilmarnock are currently 11th with 28 points after 33 matches.
Heart of Midlothian sit 1st with 70 points from 33 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Heart of Midlothian to win with probability 49%.
Head-to-head history is evenly balanced: Kilmarnock and Heart of Midlothian have each won 2 of the last 6 meetings, while 2 matches ended in draws.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

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Weather

16:45

2025-10-18

Kilmarnock vs Heart of Midlothian - Prediction & Odds

Kilmarnock

Heart of Midlothian

2025-10-18 16:45

STANDINGS UP TO 18/10/2025

League	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Heart of Midlothian	70	33	21	7	5	58	28	30
02 Glasgow Rangers	69	33	19	12	2	66	31	35
03 Celtic FC	67	33	21	4	8	59	35	24
04 Motherwell	54	33	14	12	7	52	29	23
05 Hibernian	51	33	13	12	8	51	37	14
06 Falkirk	46	33	13	7	13	45	48	-3
07 Dundee United	40	33	9	13	11	45	54	-9
08 Aberdeen	33	33	9	6	18	33	48	-15
09 Dundee FC	33	33	8	9	16	34	53	-19
10 Saint Mirren	30	33	7	9	17	27	48	-21
11 Kilmarnock	28	33	6	10	17	37	65	-28
12 Livingston	16	33	1	13	19	35	66	-31

Relegation Group	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Dundee United	45	5	1	2	2	4	6	-2
02 Dundee FC	42	5	3	0	2	8	8	0
03 Kilmarnock	40	5	4	0	1	13	3	10
04 Aberdeen	40	5	2	1	2	7	7	0
05 Saint Mirren	34	5	1	1	3	3	7	-4
06 Livingston	21	5	1	2	2	5	9	-4

Championship Group	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Celtic FC	82	5	5	0	0	14	6	8
02 Heart of Midlothian	80	5	3	1	1	9	6	3
03 Glasgow Rangers	72	5	1	0	4	10	12	-2
04 Motherwell	61	5	2	1	2	7	7	0
05 Hibernian	57	5	2	0	3	7	7	0
06 Falkirk	49	5	1	0	4	5	14	-9

Head To Head

18/05/2025 14:00

Kilmarnock

0 - 1

Heart of Midlothian

SCO PR

25/01/2025 15:00

Heart of Midlothian

3 - 2

Kilmarnock

SCO PR

15/12/2024 15:00

Kilmarnock

1 - 0

Heart of Midlothian

SCO PR

30/10/2024 19:45

Heart of Midlothian

1 - 2

Kilmarnock

SCO PR

27/04/2024 14:00

Kilmarnock

0 - 0

Heart of Midlothian

SCO PR

30/03/2024 15:00

Heart of Midlothian

1 - 1

Kilmarnock

SCO PR

Kilmarnock

33%

Draw

33%

Heart of Midlothian

33%

Kilmarnock Last 6 matches

04/10/2025 14:00

Kilmarnock 2 - 0 Saint Mirren SCO PR

27/09/2025 14:00

Dundee United 0 - 2 Kilmarnock SCO PR

19/09/2025 18:45

Kilmarnock 2 - 2 Saint Mirren SCO LC

14/09/2025 14:00

Kilmarnock 1 - 2 Celtic FC SCO PR

30/08/2025 14:00

Motherwell 2 - 2 Kilmarnock SCO PR

23/08/2025 14:00

Kilmarnock 0 - 0 Dundee SCO PR

Win

33%

Draw

50%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Heart of Midlothian

04/10/2025 16:45

Heart of Midlothian 1 - 0 Hibernian SCO PR

27/09/2025 14:00

Heart of Midlothian 3 - 0 Falkirk SCO PR

13/09/2025 14:00

Glasgow Rangers 0 - 2 Heart of Midlothian SCO PR

30/08/2025 14:00

Livingston 1 - 2 Heart of Midlothian SCO PR

23/08/2025 14:00

Heart of Midlothian 3 - 3 Motherwell SCO PR

16/08/2025 14:00

Saint Mirren 1 - 1 Heart of Midlothian SCO LC

Win

67%

Draw

33%

Lost

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Scottish Premier Leagu...

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Kilmarnock

Heart of Midlothian

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.63

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.08

Scored

Avg. per game

1.03

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.39

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 38 matches

YesNo

18 (47%)20 (53%)

In last 38 matches

NoYes

25 (66%)13 (34%)

Kilmarnock

Recent matches

Heart of Midlothian

Under /Over

(84%)32 6(16%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(71%)27 11(29%)

Under /Over

(39%)15 23(61%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(37%)14 24(63%)

Under /Over

(58%)22 16(42%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(47%)18 20(53%)

/Yes

(55%)21 17(45%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(47%)18 20(53%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Kilmarnock

Heart of Midlothian

Shots

Kilmarnock

Total shots

11.37 avg / game

Blocked

125 total

Avg. 3.29

Heart of Midlothian

Total shots

14.39 avg / game

Blocked

126 total

Avg. 3.82

Kilmarnock Pass Heart of Midlothian

Total passes

13276

Avg. 349 / game

Accurate

73%

Ball possession

43%

Total passes

15056

Avg. 418 / game

Accurate

76%

Ball possession

54%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Kilmarnock

Played games

Heart of Midlothian

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.24

Clean sheets

0.45

4.32

164

Corners

200

5.26

22.21

844

Throw-ins

847

22.29

1.82

Offsides

1.13

3.55

135

GK saves

1.92

Kilmarnock

DISCIPLINARY

Heart of Midlothian

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.21

1.76

0.13

0.13

13.16

500

Fouls

400

10.53

9.95

378

Tackles

417

10.97

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How We Build the Kilmarnock vs Heart of Midlothian Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Kilmarnock vs Heart of Midlothian on 18 October 2025 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this Scottish Premier League fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Kilmarnock vs Heart of Midlothian Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Kilmarnock's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Heart of Midlothian's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Scottish Premier League Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live Scottish Premier League standings and the Scottish Premier League form table to understand exactly where Kilmarnock and Heart of Midlothian sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our Scottish Premier League predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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