The PDC World Darts Championship semi-final saw Peter Wright vs Michael Smith set up the 2022 final clash, know its schedule, date, time, live stream, betting odds, prediction
We witnessed an exhilarating semi-final stage of the PDC World Darts Championship as Bully Boy Smith now steps into his second world darts final post a 6-3 win over James Wade, while on the other hand, Snakebite Wright got the better of Gary Anderson with a 6-4 win, keeping his hopes of becoming a two-time champion very much alive.
PDC World Darts Championship Final 2022 Peter Wright vs Michael Smith
Michael Smith was able to reach the final in 2019, but unfortunately lost to Michael Van Gerwen. Meanwhile, Peter Wright was crowned the PDC champion very recently, i.e. in 2020. He will look to defend his title when he takes on Smith in the final tonight and boy can we not wait for the showdown to commence.
Smith has made it clear of the significance that the 500,000 pounds winners’ jackpot holds for his bank balance and future plans. The sport has drastically affected his life for the better and allowed him to purchase a number of properties, one of which has been transformed into a farm. He is aware of what lies ahead of him if he were to lose the final, letting the prize-money go down-the-tubes.
He has admitted that if he goes down against Wright, his family might not even have a roof over their heads which is why Bully Boy Smith is going to give it his all when he meets Snakebite Wright.
Peter Wright defeated Gary Anderson 6-4 in what transpired to be a gripping semi-final duel. What remains to be seen is whether he can defend his title which he won in 2020 this time round, hence becoming a two-time-champ. Here’s all you need to know about the Smith vs Wright showdown ahead of the PDC World Darts Championship final.
PDC World Darts Championship 2022 Final Schedule Date, Time, Venue, Tickets, Odds, Prediction
Michael Smith was the first one to secure a seat in the final after he beat James Wade 6-3 in the semi-final. Following which we saw Peter Wright winning against fellow Scotsman and friend Gary Anderson in a stirring semi-final round.
- Final Start Time: 8 pm GMT
- Date: 3rd January 2022, Monday
- Venue: Alexandra Palace
Tickets, Where And When To Watch (Live Stream And Telecast)
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The final can be televised on Sky Sports Main Event/Action whereas it can be live streamed on Sky Go/ NOW TV. For those who have not subscribed to the Sky Sports Network, you can purchase a NOW TV pass for 9.99 pounds to stream on a number of devices.
Odds: Michael Smith (11/10) vs Peter Wright (8/11)
Peter Wright vs Michael Smith Head -To- Head Record
- Overall Head-to-Head: 12-23, 2 draws
Televised Head-to-Head: 3-13, 2 draw
World Championship H2H: 0-1 (3-4, third round 2014) - All Tournament Finals: 0-3 (TV: 0-2)
10-11 – 2020 Masters
8-11 – 2018 Melbourne Darts Masters
5-6 – 2017 UK Open qualifier
2021 Meetings: 1-2 (TV: 0-2)
7-16 – World Matchplay QF (July)
6-2 – Hungarian Darts Trophy QF (September)
12-16 – Grand Slam of Darts SF (November