New Zealand Masters: Free darts betting tips, predictions, odds, how to watch and schedule

Another stellar global darts series is coming to an end as the Globox Arena hosts the final event before the Finals in September.

Price has certainly excelled during this year’s series, reaching three finals in the last four events and winning two of them.

The Iceman’s last victory came in Wollongong, Australia where he powered to the final before thrashing wonderkid Luke Littler 8-1.

The Welshman will now be looking for back-to-back tournament wins and if he can keep up his level of performance, Price will take some stopping.

Rob Cross, who is the defending champion, will be hoping to put in an improved performance after struggling in recent events.

The former world champion has reached three World Series of Darts finals this year, but Voltage has not been able to find that form over the last few weeks.

Looking at potential challengers to Price, you can’t look past Littler. Yes, the teenager may have been thumped in Wollongong, but we expect him to come back swinging in New Zealand.

The likes of Luke Humphries and Michael Smith will also be looking to live up to their heavyweight status in what promises to be an exciting event.

If you’re looking for local contenders, New Zealand’s best hope is with Haupai Puha.

The PDC Tour Card holder is not a superstar in the darting world, but that doesn’t mean he can’t upset a name or two on home turf.

If you are looking for a solid tip, Price is the man to back considering his solid form in recent events.

Littler is a good alternative as the teen hopes to continue his run of winning a tournament every month this year.

 

Suggested bets

NAP - Gerwyn Price to win

NB – Luke Littler to win

 

What time is the 2024 New Zealand Darts Masters?

Friday's first round gets underway at 1900 local time (0800 BST) at the GLOBOX Arena, before the decisive quarter-finals, semi-finals and final are held on Saturday August 17.

 

How can I watch the 2024 New Zealand Darts Masters?

The 2024 New Zealand Darts Masters will be broadcast live on Sky Sport in New Zealand and Fox Sports in Australia, through DAZN in Germany, Austria and Switzerland and on PDCTV in all other global territories.

UK fans can also watch live on PDCTV and ITVX, with delayed coverage on ITV4 beginning from 1900 BST on Friday, and from 1700 BST on Saturday.

 

2024 New Zealand Darts Masters draw, schedule and format

Friday August 16 (1900 local time)

First Round

Peter Wright v Daniel Snookes

Dimitri Van den Bergh v Mark Cleaver

Michael Smith v Jeremy Fagg

Luke Humphries v Kayden Milne

Gerwyn Price v Ben Robb

Rob Cross v Haupai Puha

Luke Littler v Jonny Tata

Damon Heta v Simon Whitlock

Saturday August 17 (1900 local time)

Quarter-Finals

Semi-Finals

Final

New Zealand Darts Masters format

First Round - Best of 11 legs

Quarter-Finals - Best of 11 legs

Semi-Finals - Best of 13 legs

Final - Best of 15 legs

 

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