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20 December 2024

19:45 Florian Hempel vs Jeffrey de Zwaan

Over 4.50

Total Sets

50 WIN

@2.75

Lose

-50

Expecting a close game between these two. Neither are playing particularly well but both have lots of experience on this stage.

Florian Hempel to win 3-2

Leg Betting

50 WIN

@4.50

Lose

-50

Think a last set decider could be on the cards here. I think De Zwaan will push the German all the way but he will come out on top in the end.

19:00 Mickey Mansell vs Tomoya Goto

Tomoya Goto

Win Match 2-way

50 WIN

@4.00

Lose

-50

Going for the Goto win. I see it being tight but looking at how he played last year, an early shock could be on the cards.

Tomoya Goto 1.50

Handicap 2-way

50 WIN

@2.50

Lose

-50

Backing Goto to win the game anyway, so a handicap bonus of one and a half sets only adds to those chances. Great odds as well.

Tomoya Goto to win 3-2

Leg Betting

50 WIN

@10.00

Lose

-50

Backing for this to go all the way. Goto was brilliant last year, and although Mickey Mansell is playing well, this stage does weird things.

Tomoya Goto

Most 180s

50 WIN

@2.40

Win

Tomoya Goto should out maximum Mickey Mansell today. The Japanese player beat Ian White in the opening round, hitting seven maximums, so he's definitely worth a shout.

Over 6.50

Total 180s

50 WIN

@2.10

Lose

-50

This screams over on the maximums based on both of these players' recent records. Mansell was on fire in the Grand Slam.

12:30 Stephen Burton vs Alexander Merkx

Stephen Burton

Win Match 2-way

50 WIN

@1.53

Lose

-50

Backing Stephen Burton to pick up a win in the opening game of the afternoon session on Friday. He is averaging in the 90s of late, which is better than Merkx has performed this season.

Stephen Burton -1.50

Handicap 2-way

50 WIN

@2.05

Lose

-50

Five straight losses on the Pro Tour for Alexander Merkx. I don't see many scenarios where he manages to get two sets off Stephen Burton today.

Under 4.50

Total Sets

50 WIN

@1.44

Win

Can't see this one going to a last leg decider. Alexander Merkx has been playing well recently, but I can't see him setting two sets on the board.

Stephen Burton to win 3-1

Leg Betting

50 WIN

@3.75

Lose

-50

Backing Stephen Burton to win 3-1. He is playing decent darts at the moment, but Alexander Merkx has also been putting in good performances in the Modus Super Series. I think he will get at least a set on the board.

Draw

Most 180s

50 WIN

@5.00

Lose

-50

Backing a draw on the maximums in this one. Neither of these guys are particularly prolific scorers, so it could easily be just one or two apiece.

Under 5.50

Total 180s

50 WIN

@1.67

Win

I don't see this being a big maximum hitting contest. Neither are particularly big scorers, so one or two apiece seems the most likely outcome.

19 December 2024

22:15 Michael Smith vs Kevin Doets

Kevin Doets to win 3-2

Leg Betting

50 WIN

@10.00

Win

450

These two faced off in the world championships last year with Michael Smith coming out three sets to two. Backing Doets to reverse that tonight based on recent form.

Draw

Most 180s

50 WIN

@7.00

Lose

-50

Three maximums for Kevin Doets in his opening round win of the tournament. Don't see why he can't go toe to toe with former World Champion Michael Smith on the maximum count this evening.

21:15 Scott Williams vs Niko Springer

Scott Williams to win 3-0

Leg Betting

50 WIN

@5.50

Lose

-50

Going to tip Scott Williams for the big win today. He beat Niko Springer by 6 legs to 1 on the boards earlier this year, so I think he might have the mental edge.

Draw

Most 180s

50 WIN

@7.00

Lose

-50

Backing a draw on the maximums tonight. Scott Williams is hot on the lipstick, but Niko Springer has been great on the development tour this season.

20:15 Mensur Suljovic vs Matt Campbell

Matt Campbell

Win Match 2-way

50 WIN

@2.20

Win

Backing Matt Campbell for the win tonight. Lost to Luke Littler last year but had a great first-round win against James Wade and expecting the same tonight.

Matt Campbell 1.50

Handicap 2-way

50 WIN

@1.53

Win

Backing Matt Campbell for the win, so a handicap bonus of 1.5 sets only adds to those chances. Don't see the Canadian losing two sets this evening.

Under 4.50

Total Sets

50 WIN

@1.44

Lose

-50

Definitely going for under 4.5 sets. See Matt Campbell winning this fairly comfortably and don't see Mensur getting two sets on the board tonight.

Matt Campbell

Win 1st Set

50 WIN

@2.00

Win

Going to back the Canadian Matt Campbell for the first set this evening. He has had a good year on tour and should hold his own if he wins the bull tonight.

Matt Campbell to win 3-0

Leg Betting

50 WIN

@8.00

Lose

-50

Backing Matt Campbell to win 3-0 tonight. Played amazingly against James Wade last year, and Mensur isn't in the best of form of late. These are great odds.

Draw

Most 180s

50 WIN

@5.50

Win

225

Going for a draw on the maximums. As these odds show, the bookies see these two pretty even in 180 scoring, so 5.50 for an even split doesn't look like a bad shout.

19:15 Nick Kenny vs Stowe Buntz

Stowe Buntz

Win Match 2-way

50 WIN

@2.20

Lose

-50

Backing Stowe Buntz in this game. Isn't afraid of the majors, having had a great Grand Prix last year, and this looks like great odds.

Stowe Buntz

Win 1st Set

50 WIN

@2.00

Lose

-50

Wouldn't be surprised if Stowe Buntz captures this first set. The American is in good form, and evens look overpriced.

Stowe Buntz to win 3-0

Leg Betting

50 WIN

@8.00

Lose

-50

Draw

Most 180s

50 WIN

@5.50

Lose

-50

Backing a draw on the maximums. Neither of these players are particularly big 180 hitters, so I could see it being only one or two apiece.

15:45 Gabriel Clemens vs Robert Owen

Under 4.50

Total Sets

50 WIN

@1.40

Win

Can't see this going to a decider. I think Clemens will get this match sewn up in even less than 4 sets.

Gabriel Clemens to win 3-0

Leg Betting

50 WIN

@4.00

Lose

-50

Going for 3-0 to the big German. Robert Owen played well the other night, but I think Clemens will be a lot more ruthless.

Draw

Most 180s

50 WIN

@7.00

Win

300

Backing a draw on the maximums. Robert Owen was fairly accurate the other night, and if this is a short game, it could easily be 2 or 3 apiece.

14:45 Martin Lukeman vs Nitin Kumar

Draw

Most 180s

50 WIN

@5.00

Lose

-50

Backing a draw in the maximums in this contest. Nitin Kumar hasn't played the best in the past at Ally Pally, but his recent starts suggest he has been scoring better.

13:45 Callan Rydz vs Romeo Grbavac

Callan Rydz

Win Match 2-way

50 WIN

@1.25

Win

Callan Rydz isn't in the best of form, but I expect the Geordie to get the business done over the course of 5 sets.

Over 3.50

Total Sets

50 WIN

@1.57

Lose

-50

Can't see Callan Rydz getting this done in straight sets today. The Geordie hasn't had an amazing year and when games aren't going his way, he tends to get in his head.

Callan Rydz to win 3-1

Leg Betting

50 WIN

@3.25

Lose

-50

Backing Callan Rydz to win this 3-1. Romeo Grbavac has the experience to get at least one set on the board but don't see him getting any more than that.

Draw

Most 180s

50 WIN

@6.00

Lose

-50

Backing a draw on the maximums in this one. Callan Rydz has historically been known as a big maximum hitter but hasn't really been hitting those levels over the last year.

12:45 Chris Landman vs Lok Yin Lee

Chris Landman

Win Match 2-way

50 WIN

@1.14

Lose

-50

Lok Yin Lee has some decent stats but I don't think he will be able to deal with the experienced Chris Landman over the course of 5 sets.

Lok Yin Lee 2.50

Handicap 2-way

50 WIN

@1.70

Win

Backing Lok Yin Lee to get at least a set on the board today. The youngster usually averages in the mid to high 90s which should be enough to hold his throw in one set.

Over 3.50

Total Sets

50 WIN

@1.91

Win

Backing for there to be over 3.5 sets. Lok Yin Lee recently got a win over Xiao Chen Zong, who played well on Tuesday night, so clearly he's good enough to set at least one set today.

Chris Landman to win 3-1

Leg Betting

50 WIN

@3.25

Lose

-50

Backing a 3-1 win for Chris Landman. The Dutchman regularly averages in the 90s, but if Lok-Yin Lee plays to the potential his stats suggest, he should be good for a set.

Chris Landman

Most 180s

50 WIN

@1.36

Win

Can't look past Chris Landman for the most maximums in this one. The Dutchman usually hits 2 or 3 a game which I can't see Lok Yin Lee matching.

08:15 Melbourne Renegades vs Hobart Hurricanes T20 Big Bash

Hobart Hurricanes

Win Match

50 WIN

@2.10

Lose

-50

This Hurricanes side looks seriously packed full of batting and bowling talent. I reckon they will get the win today.

SD Hope

Man Of The Match

50 WIN

@9.00

Lose

-50

Shai Hope gets the nod today for the Hurricanes and I'm backing the West Indian batsman to make a big score. Has been one of the best short form players over the last few years.

18 December 2024

21:15 Ricky Evans vs Gordon Mathers

Under 3.50

Total Sets

50 WIN

@2.30

Lose

-50

Backing a big win for Ricky Evans tonight. Gordon Mathers hasn't played on the pro tour in two years, and his recent averages don't look great.

Ricky Evans

Win 1st Set

50 WIN

@1.30

Win

Backing Ricky Evans for the first set tonight. The showman will come out pumped up after a Christmas walk-on and should stroll the first set, particularly if it's on throw.

Ricky Evans to win 3-0

Leg Betting

50 WIN

@2.38

Lose

-50

Many people are fancying Gordon Mathers tonight, but I think this will be a commanding win for Rapid Ricky Evans. Looking at both these guys' recent averages, you have to favor the Englishman.

Ricky Evans

Most 180s

50 WIN

@1.67

Win

Rapid Ricky Evans is known for his maximums, and looking at Gordon Mathers' recent record, I can't see him out-180ing the Englishman this evening.

Under 5.50

Total 180s

50 WIN

@1.83

Lose

-50

Don't think there will be 6 or more maximums this evening. I expect a fairly quick win for Evans, and with that, I don't think there will be a lot of time for many 180s.

20:15 Madars Razma vs Christian Kist

Christian Kist

Win Match 2-way

50 WIN

@2.60

Lose

-50

08:15 Melbourne Stars vs Brisbane Heat T20 Big Bash

MT Renshaw

Man Of The Match

50 WIN

@13.00

Lose

-50

Matt Renshaw has been having a great season in the One Day Cup, and I'm backing him to transfer that form into the Big Bash. The opener bats and bowls and has a lot of opportunities to affect games.

17 December 2024

21:30 Peter Wright vs Wesley Plaisier

Wesley Plaisier

Win Match 2-way

50 WIN

@2.25

Lose

-50

Don't think Wesley Plaisier is a bad tip this evening. The Dutchman was clearly nervous in his opening round win but if he can get over that, Peter Wright is a very beatable opponent at the moment.

Wesley Plaisier to win 3-0

Leg Betting

50 WIN

@8.00

Lose

-50

Genuinely think there could be a massive upset on the cards here tonight. Peter Wright is not playing well, and if Plaisier can get over his nerves, there's no reason he can't whitewash the Scot.

20:45 Ryan Meikle vs Fallon Sherrock

Draw

Most 180s

50 WIN

@6.00

Lose

-50

A draw could be on the cards for the maximums here. Both are pretty even looking at recent games, so it could easily be 2 or 3 apiece.

20:00 Ricardo Pietreczko vs Xiaochen Zong

Xiaochen Zong 2.50

Handicap 2-way

50 WIN

@1.91

Lose

-50

I don't think this is as straightforward as some may see it. Ricardo Pietreczko is a huge favorite, but he went out in the first round of the Grand Slam averaging 77. Looking at Xiaochen Zong's stats, the man has averaged 88+ in five of his last 10 games. I will caveat this by saying that he averaged below 76 on the other five occasions, but he is definitely worth a punt.

Over 3.50

Total Sets

50 WIN

@2.10

Lose

-50

Already mentioned that I think Xiaochen Zong is decent money to take at least one set today. He has a career-high average of 101.90, so the bloke is no mug, and Ricardo Pietreczko isn't exactly coming into this on the back of great form.

19:15 Jeffrey De Graaf vs Rashad Sweeting

Jeffrey De Graaf

Win Match 2-way

50 WIN

@1.03

Win

I think it's pretty obvious that this is going to be a very one-sided affair. Jeffrey De Graaf is playing well recently, and Rashad Sweeting's highest ever recorded match average is 84.28.

Jeffrey De Graaf -2.50

Handicap 2-way

50 WIN

@1.36

Lose

-50

Can't see Rashad Sweeting even getting a set on the board here. Jeffrey De Graaf has averaged in the 90s in 8 of his last 9 games. Conversely, Rashad Sweeting has never averaged in the 90s.

Under 3.50

Total Sets

50 WIN

@1.36

Lose

-50

Backing under 3.50 sets here today. I expect this to be a 3-0 whitewash for Jeffrey De Graaf, looking at how well the Swedish player has played over the last few months.

Jeffrey De Graaf

Win 1st Set

50 WIN

@1.11

Lose

-50

Tipping Jeffrey De Graaf to win this game 3-0 so it also makes sense that I would tip him to win the first leg. First time at the Ally Pally for the man from the Bahamas so nerves could certainly play a factor.

Jeffrey De Graaf to win 3-0

Leg Betting

50 WIN

@1.40

Lose

-50

This game screams 3-0 to Jeffrey De Graaf. I think even in second gear, the Swede would be expected to wipe the floor with Rashad Sweeting.

Jeffrey De Graaf

Most 180s

50 WIN

@1.30

Lose

-50

Even if Jeffrey De Graaf hits one 180 today, it's likely to be enough to win this market. A draw could be an enticing bet, seeing as there may be zero a piece, but I'd say the safe bet is De Graaf.

15:00 Mike De Decker vs Luke Woodhouse

Over 3.50

Total Sets

50 WIN

@1.44

Win

I don't see De Decker completely running away with this, Luke Woodhouse played some solid darts yesterday and if he averages in the mid 90s again I would definitely expect him to get a set on the board.

Draw

Most 180s

50 WIN

@7.00

Lose

-50

I think this isn't a bad bet. Betting on the maximum draw is always risky, but seeing as Luke Woodhouse hit 4 yesterday, he can definitely keep up with De Decker, who is considered one of the biggest scorers on tour.

13:15 Kevin Doets vs Noa Lynn Van Leuven

Kevin Doets

Win Match 2-way

50 WIN

@1.20

Win

This is going to be a tough game for Noa Lynn Van Leuven. The Dutch player struggled in the recent Grand Slam, playing nowhere near the standard she has shown on the women's tour. The Ally Pally crowd will be even more hostile, and I'm not sure how well she will deal with the pressure.

Under 3.50

Total Sets

50 WIN

@2.37

Lose

-50

Mentioned in my leg betting tip that I fully expect Kevin Doets to take this game 3-0. Noa Lynn Van Leuven struggled in her first PDC Major in front of a crowd, and Ally Pally is as raucous as it gets.

Kevin Doets

Win 1st Set

50 WIN

@1.36

Lose

-50

Seeing as I'm backing Kevin Doets to win this game 3-0, it makes sense that I would back him for the first set. Nerves are definitely going to be a factor for Van Leuven, and I expect Doets to pounce on that.

Kevin Doets to win 3-0

Leg Betting

50 WIN

@2.60

Lose

-50

Regular averages of 80 on the Challenge Tour for Noa Lynn Van Leuven. If she plays to that standard, I expect Kevin Doets to have a field day and take this game by 3 sets to 0.

12:30 James Hurrell vs Jim Long

James Hurrell

Win Match 2-way

50 WIN

@1.57

Win

Backing James Hurrell to come out on top in this one. A quarter finalist in 2022, Hurrell knows how to win on the Ally Pally stage and is in decent form of late, averaging in at least the 90s in 9 of his last 10 games. Jim Long shows signs of form but isn't as consistent as Hurrell.

James Hurrell -1.50

Handicap 2-way

50 WIN

@2.20

Win

Backing James Hurrell minus a set. He is playing very good darts the last couple of months, even though the results may not show it. He narrowly lost in the opening round of the PC Finals to Danny Noppert despite averaging over 97 and has gone out in the last three floor events despite averaging in the 90s twice and in the hundreds against Florian Hempel. Jim Long, returning to the World Championships for the first time in a few years, will struggle to get two sets on the board if he plays the same way he did in the recent WDF World Masters, only averaging in the 90s once (90.31) across five games.

Under 4.50

Total Sets

50 WIN

@1.44

Win

Not expecting Jim Long to get more than a set on the board today. James Hurrell is in excellent form of late, and Long hasn't come up against someone of his caliber in a while.

James Hurrell

Win 1st Set

50 WIN

@1.67

Win

Backing James Hurrell for the first set. He usually starts strong and has multiple years of experience on the Ally Pally stage compared to Jim Long, who is returning after a five-year absence.

08:15 Adelaide Strikers vs Sydney Thunder T20 Big Bash

Sydney Thunder

Win Match

50 WIN

@1.85

Win

This Sydney Thunder team looks strong. David Warner is skippering the side, and there are very few holes in either the batting or bowling units.

MW Short

Man Of The Match

50 WIN

@8.00

Lose

-50

Matthew Short has been the man in the big bash over the last few years. Gets runs and wickets and lots of player of the match awards.

SE Rutherford (Sydney Thunder)

Top Team1 Batsman

50 WIN

@10.00

Lose

-50

Sherfane Rutherford has been one of the best short-form batsmen over the last year or so and has been an excellent acquisition by the Thunder. Excited to see how he gets on today.

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