The Grand Slam of Darts continues this weekend, and we are into the final 16 of the competition. It all starts on a Friday Evening with four sudden-death final 16 matches, followed by four sudden-death final 16 matches on Saturday Evening.
The Group stages saw some quality darts and a surprise knockout with Peter (Snakebite) Wright being knocked out of the competition.
The two standout performers in the group stages have been the usual Michael van Gerwen and Dimitri Van den Bergh. They are both throwing at a high average in the tournament so far, and Devon Peterson also deserves mention for knocking out one of the favourites Peter Wright.
It is shaping up as another brilliant couple of days of darts with longer matches and some in-form players.
Be sure to check back for Grand Slam of Darts Picks, Darts Tips and Darts Previews for each match of the Grand Slam of Darts.
Dimitri Van den Bergh vs Jonny Clayton
Last Meeting
22nd December 2018, PDC World Championship
Dimitri Van Den Burgh 4 – Jonny Clayton 1
Head to Head History
Dimitri Van Den Burgh – 1 Win
Jonny Clayton – 1 Win
Current Tournament Stats
| 3 Dart Average | Checkouts | |
|---|---|---|
| Dimitri Van den Bergh | 106.7 | 15/33 = 45.45% |
| Jonny Clayton | 90.9 | 13/30 = 43.33% |
Current Head to Head Odds
Dimitri Van den Bergh – Click for Odds
Jonny Clayton – Click for Odds
Prediction
Van den Bergh is one of the in-form players in the Grand Slam of Darts, and his 3 Dart Average would suggest that he will be tough to beat. This type of form would favour a longer match, but Clayton will be no pushover with a pretty good performance against Gerwyn Price. Van den Bergh is just playing very well at the moment and is difficult to tip against.
Our Pick – Dimitri Van den Bergh (Win)
James Wade vs Ian White
Last Meeting
11th November 2019, James Wade 2 – Ian White 0
Head to Head History
James Wade – 1 Win
Ian White – 1 Win
Current Tournament Stats
| 3 Dart Average | Checkouts | |
|---|---|---|
| James Wade | 97.3 | 15/26 = 57.7% |
| Ian White | 98.9 | 10/20 = 50% |
Current Head to Head Odds
James Wade – Click for Odds
Ian White – Click for Odds
Prediction
The winner of Group F takes on the runner up from Group E. This is a tough matchup to pick as Ian White was rather impressive in his last win with a 108 3 Dart Average and 5/5 for checkouts. He does come up against an experienced campaigner in big matches in James Wade, who also has a decent percentage for checkouts throughout the Group Stages. A tough one to pick, but best to stick with the favourite in John Wade in this one.
Our Pick – James Wade (Win)
Simon Whitlock vs Adam Hunt
Last Matchup
22nd April 2018, Simon Whitlock 6 – Adam Hunt 4
Head to Head Meetings
Simon Whitlock – 1
Adam Hunt – 0
Current Tournament Stats
| 3 Dart Average | Checkouts | |
|---|---|---|
| Simon Whitlock | 94.9 | 15/40 = 37.5% |
| Adam Hunt | 91.6 | 9/23 = 39.1% |
Current Head to Head Odds
Simon Whitlock – Click for Odds
Adam Hunt – Click for Odds
Prediction
The winner of Group B takes on the runner up in Group A in what is shaping up as another challenging match to predict. Simon Whitlock came from 4 nil down to defeat Adam Gawlas in his last game and seems to be struggling with checkouts. Adam Hunt has not been that impressive either, but when Whitlock is throwing those straight bullets, he is challenging to beat. If he can sort out his finishes, he should take care of Hunt in this match.
Our Pick – Simon Whitlock (Win)
Dave Chisnall vs Jose de Sousa
Last Meeting
(Never Met)
Current Tournament Stats
| 3 Dart Average | Checkouts | |
|---|---|---|
| Dave Chisnall | 91.35 | 15/60 = 25% |
| Jose De Sousa | 99.6 | 12/28 = 42.9% |
Current Head to Head Odds
Dave Chisnall – Click for Odds
Jose de Sousa – Click for Odds
Prediction
The Winner of Group D takes on the runner up of Group C, and Dave Chisnall is somehow undefeated in the tournament and is out of form. A checkout percentage of just 25% and a less than impressive three dart average and he has been lucky to win his matches. Jose de Sousa is in slightly better form, and if Chisnall continues to struggle with closing out, De Sousa is the type of player to take advantage. Jose de Sousa to win this one as Chisnall is winning, but has been less than impressive.