Richie Burnett vs Simon Whitlock Tips

Simon Whitlock looks a good choice to win this game, and with those odds, he looks worth taking. Burnett looks better at head-to-head games, but the last time they played was three years ago. Now Whitlock demonstrates better form, so I expect him to win.

Burnett leads their recent meetings 2-0, including a 3-0 sweep in their last clash at the Modus Super Series in September 2023. Although he's been inconsistent lately, he still shows flashes of scoring power, while Whitlock has struggled even more.

Both players are capable of hitting 180s, with Whitlock’s recent form suggesting a high-scoring match. Burnett may add a few, and the best-of-19 format should allow a solid 180 total.

Whitlock’s scoring power, seen in recent PDC events, should produce more maximums than Burnett, who relies more on grit than explosive scoring. Whitlock’s style will dominate the 180 count.