Wednesday KHL Best Bets and Predictions - 16 September 2026
Wednesday's KHL schedule features five games, and we have picked out three KHL best bets for September 16. Neftekhimik's strong start catches the eye, while we are also backing a low-scoring Green Derby and CSKA to bounce back against Sochi.
Here are our Wednesday KHL betting tips
Sibir Novosibirsk vs Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk Prediction
Bet: Neftekhimik to win including OT/shootout
Neftekhimik have won three straight since their opening overtime defeat, beating Sochi 5-1, Avtomobilist 3-1 and Admiral 2-1 while allowing only three goals.
Sibir have been much less convincing, with their latest outing ending in a 5-2 home defeat to Avtomobilist. Neftekhimik are the form team, but taking the OT/shootout protection looks the better option on the road.
Salavat Yulaev Ufa vs Ak Bars Kazan Prediction
Bet: Under 5.5 total goals
Ak Bars have produced four consecutive games with five goals or fewer, including three decided by a single goal.
Salavat's wild 8-6 loss to Barys is the obvious concern, but their other two games finished 3-2 and 4-0. With Ak Bars repeatedly dragging opponents into tight games, Under 5.5 is our preferred Green Derby bet.
Prediction: Under 5.5 goals
HC Sochi vs CSKA Moscow Prediction
Bet: CSKA to win in regulation
CSKA have struggled to a 1-3 start, but their schedule has included Spartak and defending champions Lokomotiv. This represents a significant drop in opposition.
Sochi are 0-3 in regulation and have scored only two goals, losing 5-1, 4-1 and 1-0. CSKA should have enough quality to take advantage and claim the points inside 60 minutes.