2023 World Matchplay Darts betting predictions and tips

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We’re checking into Day 2 of the 2023 World Matchplay, as we take an early look at the world number one Michael Smith.

Bully Boy is on a winning roll across 2022-23, but has a gaping hole in his trophy cabinet awaiting the Matchplay.

We’ve also got a future star in action in Josh Rock and everyone’s favourite walk-on Nathan Aspinall.

Let’s take a look at some of the best betting for Day 2 in Blackpool:

Damon Heta vs Josh Rock – Josh Rock to win at 8/13 with bet365 (Sunday @ 15:00)

Josh Rock looks like a future world champion.

The reigning world youth champion is taking scalp after scalp on the PDC Tour and his fourth round run at the World Championship underlined his capabilities under the spotlight.

But the 22-year-old has every right to be concerned about Damon Heta – the Australian is averaging well on Tour and winning events.

But we’re backing the exuberance of youth in this clash with Rock creeping over the line in a thriller.

World Matchplay Day 2 Tips

Damon Heta vs Josh Rock

The talented Josh Rock can edge out Damon Heta

At 8/13 a £10 bet would return £16.15

2023 World Matchplay

July 16, 2023

3:00 pm GMT+1

Todays venue is a little bit different!

We are out at RAF Brize Norton ✈️

Spending the day having a look around then we have a charity exhibition later tonight to help raise money for @SSAFA pic.twitter.com/W7X2Bdq3ML
— Damon Heta (@DamonHeta180) July 12, 2023

Nathan Aspinall vs Krzysztof Ratajski – Over 17.5 legs at 13/8 with bet365 (Sunday @ 19:30)

You never want to be drawn against Krzysztof Ratajski early in a tournament.

The Pole is the definition of a banana skin and Aspinall’s record won’t help him in a race to 10.

The Asp is a two-time quarter-finalist at the Winter Gardens but has struggled for consistency in 2023.

We reckon he will still get over the line, but will have to fight for the win over the distance.

World Matchplay Day 2 Tips

Nathan Aspinall vs Krzysztof Ratajski

We're going high on the number of legs in this one

At 13/8 a £10 bet would return £26.25

2023 World Matchplay

July 16, 2023

7:30 pm GMT+1

Michael Smith vs Steve Beaton – Michael Smith Match Treble (Win, Most 180s and Highest Checkout) at 20/21 with bet365 (Sunday @ 22:00)

Steve Beaton’s longevity at the World Matchplay is quite remarkable. He debuted in 1998 and has played in all but four editions since.

But with 13 first round exits at the Winter Gardens, things don’t look great for the Bronzed Adonis against the reigning world champion.

Beaton is as consistent as they come, but struggles to up his game in order to register those big wins.

Smith is flying on all cylinders and will be looking to bag the title after reaching the quarters, semis and final over the last four years.

World Matchplay Day 2 Tips

Michael Smith vs Steve Beaton

Michael Smith is fancied for the win, most 180's & high checkout combo

At 20/21 a £10 bet would return £19.52

2023 World Matchplay

July 16, 2023

10:00 pm GMT+1

Matchplay Memories! 🏆

To mark the 30th staging of the Betfred World Matchplay, which gets underway this Saturday, we're looking back at some of the tournament's most iconic moments!

Watch them ALL here 👉 https://t.co/hRNIqY67Ih pic.twitter.com/AHyL6Y55Tk
— PDC Darts (@OfficialPDC) July 13, 2023

* Betting odds correct at the time of publication. All odds are subject to changes.

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