2025/26 World Darts Championship Final: Betting Tips

• Both Players to Average 104 or more in the match: 4/1 at Paddy Power
• Over 10.5 Sets: 10/13 at Virgin Bet
• Luke Littler To Win 7-5: 6/1 at Sky Bet
• Luke Littler 10+ D20 Checkouts In The Match: 7/4 at Paddy Power

This World Darts Championship final sets up as a fascinating clash between the man to beat and the challenger riding a wave of confidence. Luke Littler returns to the final as the defending champion and, once again, he’s looked the most complete player in the tournament. He’s handled the pressure superbly, found big finishes when needed, and, when he gets on a scoring run, he can rip sets away very quickly.

Crucially, Littler already knows what it takes to win on this stage, and that experience in a long, high-pressure final could be decisive.

Gian van Veen deserves huge credit for the way he’s played his way into this final. He’s been fearless throughout the tournament, scoring heavily and showing real bottle on the doubles, even when matches have tightened up.

The occasion shouldn't overawe the reigning World Youth Champion, and he will believe he can trouble Littler if he can stay close early and apply pressure on the teenager’s finishing.

From a betting point of view, Littler is the rightful favourite for me. He has the edge in experience, consistency, and big-match know-how, and over the length of a World Championship final, that usually tells.

The crowd could also play a significant role in this match. They seemed to have turned a little on The Nuke, and if Van Veen becomes the crowd's favourite tonight, he could ride that wave and get on top of Littler.

Van Veen’s scoring power should keep this competitive, especially in the early stages, but if Littler settles into his rhythm, I expect him to pull clear as the match goes on. I wouldn’t be surprised to see a few tight sets early, but overall I think Littler’s composure and scoring depth give him the edge to retain his title.