Cox Plate 2027 Betting Odds - Sheza Alibi Leads Star-Studded Futures Market
Sheza Alibi has been installed as the early favourite for the 2027 Cox Plate, following a successful 2026 campaign highlighted by Group 1 wins in the Doncaster Mile and Makybe Diva Stakes. Despite an unlucky run in the Golden Eagle, her overall form has set her apart from rivals. Point Of Law, Birdman, Cosmic Crusader and Aeliana are all quoted at $8, reflecting a competitive early market. The 2027 Cox Plate is expected to return to a redeveloped Moonee Valley, with several proven Group 1 performers in contention for Australia’s premier weight-for-age title.
- Sheza Alibi is the early favourite for the 2027 Cox Plate
- Her 2026 campaign featured Group 1 wins and consistent top-level form
- Point Of Law, Birdman, Cosmic Crusader and Aeliana are also prominent in early betting
Sheza Alibi leads the 2027 Cox Plate market. (Getty)
Sheza Alibi has emerged as the early favourite for the 2027 Cox Plate, with Betr quoting the multiple Group 1-winning mare at $4.50 ahead of Point Of Law, Birdman, Cosmic Crusader and Aeliana, who share the second line of betting at $8.
The Peter Moody and Katherine Coleman-trained Sheza Alibi enjoyed a remarkable 2026 campaign, winning the Doncaster Mile and Makybe Diva Stakes before narrowly missing victory in the Group 1 Might And Power Stakes over 2000m at Caulfield.
Her latest appearance resulted in an unlucky 11th in the Golden Eagle at Randwick on October 31, where she struggled to find clear running. A return to longer distances could see her develop into a leading weight-for-age contender.
Melbourne Cup champion Point Of Law is prominent at $8 following his outstanding victory over 3200m at Flemington on November 3.
The Ciaron Maher-trained colt defeated Zahrann and Juja Kibo, completing the Geelong Cup–Melbourne Cup double in his first two Australian starts. His rapid improvement has established him among the country's most exciting staying prospects.
Birdman also sits at $8 after capturing the Group 1 Champions Stakes over 2000m at Flemington on November 7, reversing the Cox Plate result against Cosmic Crusader.
The Chris Waller-trained gelding had previously finished runner-up in the Cox Plate and won the Underwood Stakes during a successful spring, strengthening his claims for another tilt at the weight-for-age championship.
Defending champion Cosmic Crusader shares the $8 quote after an exceptional spring highlighted by victories in the Cox Plate and Turnbull Stakes at Flemington.
The Andrea Leek-trained gelding subsequently finished second to Birdman in the Champions Stakes, adding another Group 1 placing to his record. His proven ability against elite middle-distance performers makes him a serious prospect for consecutive Cox Plate victories.
Aeliana completes the leading five at $8 following a fourth placing behind Birdman in the Champions Stakes, having finished third in the Cox Plate at her previous appearance.
The Chris Waller-trained mare was also placed in the Turnbull Stakes earlier in the spring, with her consistency against top-level opposition keeping her firmly among the early favourites for the 2027 renewal.
With Sheza Alibi heading the market and four established Group 1 performers closely grouped behind her, the early Cox Plate betting points towards another outstanding contest.
Cox Plate 2027 Betting Odds
| Horse | Odds |
|---|---|
| Sheza Alibi | $4.50 |
| Point Of Law | $8.00 |
| Birdman | $8.00 |
| Cosmic Crusader | $8.00 |
| Aeliana | $8.00 |
| Proxima Dea | $11.00 |
| Sir Delius | $11.00 |
| Autumn Glow | $11.00 |
| Warwoven | $15.00 |
| Ceolwulf | $15.00 |
| Stormy Marco | $26.00 |
| De Armas | $26.00 |
| Regal Ambition | $26.00 |
| Saintly Dancer | $26.00 |
| Map Of Stars | $26.00 |
| Lindermann | $26.00 |
| Kingswood | $26.00 |
| Blind Raise | $26.00 |
| Autumn Boy | $26.00 |
| Others | $51.00+ |
Odds provided by Betr & correct on 10/11/2026.
Cox Plate History
Widely regarded as Australia's premier weight-for-age championship, the Cox Plate has earned its reputation as the greatest two minutes in Australian racing, bringing together the country's finest middle-distance performers over 2040m.
Traditionally staged at Moonee Valley, the race moved to Flemington for the first time in 2026 while its historic home underwent a major redevelopment. The 2027 edition is expected to return to a transformed Moonee Valley circuit, subject to the completion of works and racing approval.
First contested in 1922, when Violoncello claimed the inaugural running, the race was named in honour of Moonee Valley Racing Club founder William Samuel Cox and has developed into one of the most coveted prizes on the Australian racing calendar.
Its extraordinary honour roll features Phar Lap, Tulloch, Makybe Diva, Sunline, Northerly and So You Think, while Kingston Town's three consecutive victories from 1980 to 1982 remain among the race's most celebrated achievements.
Few editions have matched the drama of the 1986 Cox Plate, when Bonecrusher and Our Waverley Star staged an unforgettable two-horse battle, producing one of the greatest finishes in Australian racing history.
Winx stands alone as the race's most successful performer, winning four consecutive Cox Plates between 2015 and 2018. Her dominance included an eight-length demolition of Hartnell in 2016, equalling the race's greatest winning margin.
The modern era has also showcased international excellence, with Hong Kong champion Romantic Warrior triumphing in 2023 before Chris Waller's outstanding mare Via Sistina claimed consecutive victories in 2024 and 2025.
Via Sistina's eight-length victory in 2024 established a new race record, while her successful title defence in 2025 marked the final Cox Plate contested at the original Moonee Valley circuit.
Cosmic Crusader added another remarkable chapter in 2026, becoming the first horse to win the Cox Plate at Flemington when defeating Birdman and Aeliana.
Trained by Andrea Leek and ridden by William Pike, the Western Australian-owned gelding captured the historic $6 million feature, joining an illustrious list of champions ahead of the race's anticipated return to Moonee Valley in 2027.
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