Blackburn Rovers enter the August 29 Championship fixture at Ewood Park as slight favorites due to home advantage and a balanced early-season record, reflected in the 46.5% implied win probability. After opening with a 2-2 draw away to Wolverhampton Wanderers, Blackburn sit mid-table with one point from their first match, while dealing with ongoing absences including Scott Wharton, Dion De Neve, and others on the injury list. Queens Park Rangers, top of the table after a strong 3-1 opening win, carry 30.5% odds on the road, buoyed by attacking output but facing a historically decisive head-to-head where neither side has drawn in 18 prior meetings. The 29% draw probability aligns with the competitive nature of early Championship encounters between these sides, where form, squad depth, and travel factors remain fluid ahead of further August fixtures.