Darts Premier League Final 2023: Outright Winner Odds, Betting Tips and Prediction

On Thursday, May 25th, the O2 Arena in London will play host to the 2023 Cazoo Premier League Darts final. This will be the 19th iteration of the tournament, so here’s my Darts Premier League final prediction ahead of the event!

🏆 Darts Premier League Prediction

Four players are scheduled to compete for the 2023 Darts Premier League crown in London, namely Gerwyn Price, Jonny Clayton, Michael Smith and six-time winner (and defending champion) Michael Van Gerwen. However, the latter suffered a shoulder injury on ‘Night 16’ in Aberdeen and faces a race against time to be fit for the final.

If Van Gerwen does miss out, his place will be taken by Nathan Aspinall, who earned 24 points during the PL campaign and only narrowly missed out on qualification. However, this arguably opens up the tournament for the world number four and bookmakers’ favourite Gerwyn Price, who won four separate nights during the campaign and consistently outscored his rivals throughout.

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Of course, all of the four contenders are capable of winning the Cazoo PL this year, but what factors have influenced my Darts Premier League 2023 outright betting guide ahead of the final?

1️⃣ Gerwyn Price

After a stellar 2021, the fiery Welshman Gerwyn Price has endured a challenging time, winning just one PDC event last year and losing 5-1 in the quarterfinals of the 2023 World Championships. However, he retains the incredible steel and aggression that underpins his game, while he has been in excellent form during this year’s Premier League.

Of course, his temperament can be questionable at times and especially during longer or high-profile matches, as was borne out by his performance when winning the 2018 Grand Slam of Darts. This could hinder his chances, especially if the durable Van Gerwen is passed fit to play, but the Welshman’s status as favourite is justified.

• 2.50 at TonyBet
• 2.50 at BoyleSports
• 2.50 at Palm Slots Sports

2️⃣ Michael Smith

32-year-old world number one Michael Smith is the second favourite having won the coveted PDC World Championships at the beginning of 2023. This, coupled with last year’s Grand Slam win, has seen him become the top-ranked player in the world, while he also won four separate nights during his 2023 PL campaign.

While Englishman Smith has emerged as a truly reliable performer, he was consistently outscored by Price during the Premier League season, while his surprise elimination in the quarterfinals by Dimitri Van den Bergh during the most recent PL night in Aberdeen cast doubts over his form.

• 3.39 at TonyBet
• 3.50 at BoyleSports
• 3.40 at Palm Slots Sports

3️⃣ Michael Van Gerwen

If it wasn’t for the injury sustained at the most recent PL meeting, Dutchman Michael Van Gerwen may have been the darts Premier League outright favourite. After all, he has won a record-equalling six Premier League titles (including the 2022 iteration), while his tally of 84 PDC Pro Tour titles (as of July 2022) is also unmatched.

Van Gerwen has also performed consistently through 2023, reaching the 2023 World Championship final (where he lost to Michael Smith) and winning three of the weekly rounds in the Premier League. However, Van Gerwen is also a rapid player who thrives on momentum, which may be disrupted by his shoulder complaint even if he is fit enough to appear in the final.

• 3.34 at TonyBet
• 3.50 at BoyleSports
• 3.40 at Palm Slots Sports

⭐ Darts Premier League Final Betting Tips

Before you engage in Darts Premier League outright winner betting and pick your winner, here are a few insightful Darts Premier League final betting tips to help inform your selections.

Place Multiple Bets

Once you’ve calculated your bankroll for darts Premier League winner betting, you may want to consider distributing this across as many outcomes as possible. This can include outright and each-way wagers, while you could consider staking a nominal amount on Van Gerwen to win at extended odds. With the right picks, this can optimise coverage and minimise your risk of loss.

Consider In-Play Betting

There are alternative markets to darts Premier League outright winner betting too, with in-play wagering particularly popular at the EPL final. This can afford you additional insight and a competitive edge if you’re also streaming the action in real-time, while also offering access to totals betting markets pertaining to points scored and the number of 180s hit during a specific match.

Check the Statistics

In all iterations of sports betting, you’re encouraged to analyse form and relevant datasets, and your Darts Premier League final bets should also follow this process. Most importantly, be sure to review each player’s scoring stats during the 2023 Premier League, paying particular attention to three-dart averages, the number of 100+ scores registered and checkout percentages.

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✒️ Lewis Humphries iGaming and Sports Betting Expert

Lewis Humphries is an experienced sportswriter and tipster from the UK. He writes regularly about sporting events from across the UK and Ireland, including the Irish Grand National, the Cheltenham Gold Cup and multiple golf and PDC darts tournaments. He’s also providing extensive coverage of multiple sports betting events through 2023.