Strictly Come Dancing Odds: Ellie Goldstein Emerges as Frontrunner for 2025 Series
Joshua Kerr 
Welcome to Strictly Come Dancing 2025! The glitter is back, the shoes are shined, and the class of this year’s series is ready to hit the dancefloor.
From soap stars and Olympic heroes to drag icons and reality royalty, this year’s cast promises a show-stopping mix of flair, footwork, and fan favourites.
As sequins shimmer and partnerships take shape, the big question is already looming: Who will win Strictly 2025?
Let the ballroom battle commence!
Strictly Come Dancing Betting
Strictly isn’t just Saturday night comfort viewing — it’s also one of the most popular reality TV betting markets in the UK.
Whether you’re backing the early frontrunners or betting on a dark horse to rise through the leaderboard, Strictly odds offer an extra layer of weekly excitement.
With each paso, jive and cha-cha, the odds will shift — and fans are already locking in their predictions.
You’ll find Strictly outright winner odds available across all major UK bookmakers, though enhanced specials or free bet promotions are typically offered through general TV betting markets.
Strictly Come Dancing 2025 Odds
Here’s a look at the latest odds on who could win this year’s Glitterball trophy — based on implied probability, here are the dancers most likely to take the crown:
| Contestant | Known For | Odds | Probability (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ellie Goldstein | Model/influencer | 11/4 | 26.7% |
| George Clarke | YouTuber | 11/2 | 15.4% |
| Dani Dyer | Love Island Winner | 6/1 | 14.3% |
| Vicky Pattison | TV Presenter/Radio Host | 13/2 | 13.3% |
| La Voix | Drag performer and comedian | 10/1 | 9.1% |
| Karen Carney | Ex-Footballer/Presenter | 10/1 | 9.1% |
| Harry Aikines-Aryeetey | Team GB sprinter | 12/1 | 7.7% |
| Alex Kingston | Actress (Doctor Who, ER) | 14/1 | 6.7% |
| Balvinder Sopal | EastEnders actress | 16/1 | 5.9% |
| Thomas Skinner | Apprentice entrepreneur | 16/1 | 5.9% |
| Kristian Nairn | Actor/DJ (Game of Thrones) | 20/1 | 4.8% |
| Ross King | Presenter/ Entertainment Reporter | 25/1 | 3.8% |
| Stefan Dennis | Neighbours actor | 28/1 | 3.4% |
| Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink | Football pundit, ex-Chelsea striker | 28/1 | 3.4% |
| Chris Robshaw | Ex-England rugby captain | 33/1 | 2.9% |
Odds accurate as of Monday, 18th August at 12pm BST.
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