One of the finest exponents of professional darts is the inimitable Phil Taylor. This legendary player has completely ruled the roost in the world of darts. For years on end, he has been the kingpin of darts and questions surrounding his supremacy are only now beginning to surface. While Taylor remains the bookies’ choice, he is certainly not infallible. Top sports betting portals are looking to give punters odds of 7/4 for Phil Taylor for the World Matchplay championships.  Other top contenders in this league include the likes 2nd favourite Gary Anderson at odds of 13/2 and James Wade at 10/1. The leading sports books providing these odds include PaddyPower and SportingBet.

Betting on the World Matchplay Darts 2011

Skybet Mobile is the power behind the 2011 World Matchplay of Darts. This year’s event is the 18th annual contest. This prestigious darts tournament kicks off on Saturday the 16th July and winds down on Sunday the 24th July 2011. The WM champion is Phil Taylor (after he cleaned up against R. van Barneveld in the 2010 contest) and he’ll be looking to defend his title. Examples of leading online sports books providing top-class odds include: 888sports, Ladbrokes, William Hill Sports and Betfair.

Making Sense of the World Matchplay Darts Odds

There is significant wiggle room for selecting an overall champion, but the options are somewhat restricted to a handful of premium quality players. These include James Wade, Gary Anderson, WM Champion 2010 Phil Taylor and reigning World Champion Adrian Lewis. Any of these four big guns can blast away the competition and secure the title of World Matchplay Darts Champion. Stan James may appear a longshot at odds of 10/1, but Taylor’s odds of 7/4 are arguably his best from here on in, so it’s potentially the best time to make money off his game. Punting on World Matchplay darts games is sure to yield maximum gaming satisfaction, owing to the fierce competition, handicapping and betting odds.

The Odds for the World Matchplay Championships 2011

Phil Taylor is looking sharp at odds of 7/4. Gary Anderson is well positioned on 6/1 and Adrian Lewis is a great prospect at 9/1. James Wade is at odds of 8/1 and Raymond van Barneveld & Simon Whitlock are the least favoured of the big names on 12/1. Anderson is the toughest competition that Taylor is likely to face. But for Taylor his performance problems run deep. He’s not won a major televised contest since the European Champs after the 2010 World Matchplay (which he won). Incidentally James Wade is the reigning UK Open champion. Long shots in the World Matchplay Championships include Paul Nicholson and Wes Newton.