At this moment in time it is hard to see the Ladbrokes Premiership returning anytime soon, and even more difficult to see it being played to a close. Yesterday, it was confirmed football would not return in Scotland before 30 April, while Uefa have set a 30 June deadline for leagues to be concluded.
But what if they were to return? The people at FiveThirtyEight, a statistical analysis website, have crunched the numbers and laid out what they expect to happen in the top flight, the champions, the team relegated, who finishes third and which teams reach the top six.
They have done so by devising a system which has produced SPI ratings, looking at expected goals, expected goals conceded and more. For a more in-depth explanation read more here.

5. Livingston - 49 points
Current position and points: 5th on 39 points | Other 3rd Party Photo: Gary Hutchison - SNS Group

6. Hibs - 47 points
Current position and points: 6th on 37 points | Other 3rd Party Photo: Ross Parker - SNS Group

7. Kilmarnock - 46 points
Current position and points: 8th on 33 points | Other 3rd Party Photo: Rob Casey - SNS Group

8. St Johnstone - 45 points
Current position and points: 7th on 36 points | Other 3rd Party Photo: Ross MacDonald - SNS Group

