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31st January 2026
09:40 Afonso Eulalio vs Paul Double
Paul Double
Matchups
50 WIN
Paul Double's recent trajectory is steeper, with confirmed wins at WorldTour (Guangxi) and 2.1 level (Slovakia) in late 2025, proving he can convert form into victories on punchy uphill finishes. Afonso Eulálio is a rising talent but has yet to win a race at this level (0 wins in 2025). Double's specific ability to win on short, steep gradients (like Nongla) gives him the edge for the decisive AlUla stages.
09:40 Alula Tour 2026
Jan Christen
Win Outright
50 WIN
09:40 Jan Castellon vs Sebastian Berwick
Jan Castellon
Matchups
50 WIN
Jan Castellón's breakout 2025 with multiple WT top-5 GCs (Hungary, Occitanie) and stage podiums showcases rising all-round form superior to Sebastian Berwick's inconsistent mid-pack results and fading trajectory post-2023 highs (Hainan GC, Giro stage 3rd). AlUla hilly stages favor Castellón's punch. Same team but Castellón leads tactics. No injuries. Mild Saudi weather is neutral. High GC motivation. Expect Castellón ahead overall.
09:40 Kevin Vermaerke vs Gianmarco Garofoli
Kevin Vermaerke
Matchups
50 WIN
While Garofoli is a promising talent who can surprise from a break, Vermaerke is the more reliable finisher for GC and punchy uphill sprints in a head-to-head comparison.
09:40 Mathias Bregnhoj vs Joris Delbove
Joris Delbove
Matchups
50 WIN
Joris Delbove's elite GC victory at the Tour de Langkawi '25 and consistent 2.Pro stage wins highlight superior form to Mathias Bregnhøj's solid Continental successes (Mersin podium, Ardennes GCs), especially in hilly races like AlUla. No injuries; mild Saudi conditions are neutral. GC motivation peaks for both. TotalEnergies' tactics favor Delbove's punch. Expect Delbove ahead in key stages and GC.
09:40 Mauri Vansevenant vs Sergio Higuita
Mauri Vansevenant
Matchups
50 WIN
Mauri Vansevenant's 2025 queen stage win at the Tour de Luxembourg and stable Ardennes form demonstrate current winning legs, whereas Sergio Higuita, despite a decent Tre Valli finish, continues a multi-year slide in PCS points and top-tier results (moving to XDS??"Astana for survival points). AlUla's punchy profile suits both, but Vansevenant's upward trajectory and team stability give him the edge over Higuita's erratic, "old self" glimpses.
09:40 Milan Vader vs Yael Joalland
Milan Vader
Matchups
50 WIN
Milan Vader's elite stage-race pedigree (Guangxi overall '23, Slovakia podium) and recent ProTeam consistency outpace Yaël Joalland's solid neo-pro GC results (Occitanie 7th '25), especially in hilly AlUla terrains suiting Vader's punchy style. No injuries or fatigue early season. Mild weather is neutral. GC motivation is high. Q36.5 tactics favor Vader. Expect Vader ahead in GC or mountains.
09:40 Nahom Zeray vs Yannis Voissard
Yannis Voissard
Matchups
50 WIN
Yannis Voisard's established ProTeam consistency (3rd Langkawi, podiums Hongrie) and superior support at Tudor Pro Cycling give him a clear edge over Nahom Zeray, whose breakout 2025 wins came primarily at lower 2.2 levels (Japan, Rwanda) despite a solid 12th at Oman. AlUla's punchy climbs favor Voisard's explosive style. No injuries or fatigue, neutral weather, and high motivation for early ranking points. Expect Voisard to finish ahead in GC and key hilly stages.
09:40 Nicolas Vinokourov vs Nicolo Garibbo
Nicolas Vinokourov
Matchups
50 WIN
Nicolas Vinokurov's 4th place GC at Langkawi 2025 and consistent ProSeries performances (Turkey, Japan) demonstrate a higher ceiling and durability than Nicolo Garibbo, whose best results remain at the lower Asian Continental level (Kyushu, Kosovo). AlUla stages favor Vinokourov's WorldTeam endurance; no injuries, conditions neutral, motivation high after a breakthrough 2025 season. Expect Vinokourov to finish ahead in GC and key stages.
09:40 Stefan De Bod vs Jamie Meehan
Stefan De Bod
Matchups
50 WIN
Stefan De Bod's consistent 2025 GC results (Mersin overall, AlUla 12th) and climbing power from WorldTour tenure outclass Jamie Meehan's promising U23/stagiaire podiums. De Bod excels in stage races while Meehan lacks senior depth. AlUla's hilly stages suit De Bod. No injuries, mild weather is neutral, and GC motivation is high. Expect De Bod ahead in the mountains/GC.
11:00 Pakistan vs Australia 2nd T20 Match
Australia
Win Match
50 WIN
While Pakistan dominated the opener, a second-game used pitch with heavy evening dew favors Australia’s power-hitters. If Mitchell Marsh wins the toss and elects to bowl, Australia can restrict Pakistan and then chase with the advantage of a wet outfield that fastens the surface. With Travis Head and Mitchell Marsh at the top, Australia has the raw power to exploit a ball that Pakistan’s spinners may struggle to control. This match is a toss-dependent flip.
S Ayub
Man Of The Match
50 WIN
Saim Ayub is currently the most impactful player on either side. In T20s, an opener who also bowls crucial overs in the powerplay has the highest statistical chance of winning the MVP award. His ability to clear the ropes early against pace and then stifle Australia’s chase with the ball makes him the primary candidate for a back-to-back award. He is the central cog in Pakistan's series-clinching strategy.
S Agha (Pakistan)
Top Team1 Batsman
50 WIN
Salman Ali Agha has thrived with the responsibility of captaincy. On a pitch where timing becomes difficult as the ball softens, his ability to play late and find gaps is invaluable. While Babar Azam is finding his rhythm at No. 4, Salman’s higher entry point gives him a volume advantage. Expect him to be the steadying hand that allows Pakistan to reach another defendable total of 170+.
MR Marsh (Australia)
Top Team2 Batsman
50 WIN
Despite the spin threat, Marsh is Australia’s most reliable T20 run-scorer over the last 18 months. His return likely shifts Cameron Green or Matt Renshaw down the order, consolidating the top flight. Marsh’s ability to clear the long-on and long-off boundaries at Gaddafi Stadium makes him the highest-probability pick for Australia's top scorer, especially if he targets the seamers early.
13:00 Skanderborg W vs Herning Ikast W
Herning-Ikast (W) -7.50
Match Handicap
50 WIN
Skanderborg consistently concedes 30+ goals against top-6 opposition. Even if Ikast rotates their squad to manage fatigue from European travel, their second unit is stronger than Skanderborg’s starters.
Over 61.50
Points Total
50 WIN
Both teams have high-scoring trends. Skanderborg's games average over 60 total goals due to their weak defense, and Ikast's offensive efficiency is currently top-tier.
13:30 India vs New Zealand 5th T20 Match
India
Win Match
50 WIN
India's defeat in the 4th T20I was largely due to tactical experiments and resting key bowlers. For the series finale, Suryakumar Yadav is expected to field his strongest XI. The Thiruvananthapuram pitch historically favors seamers who hit the deck hard, playing directly into the hands of Jasprit Bumrah and Harshit Rana. While New Zealand showed spirit in Vizag, India's batting depth and the local advantage at Greenfield make them overwhelming favorites to secure a 4-1 series victory.
Suryakumar Yadav
Man Of The Match
50 WIN
Suryakumar Yadav has been the most consistent batter across the four matches. On a Greenfield track that offers true bounce, his 360-degree stroke play is difficult for Mitchell Santner to contain. If India bats first, SKY is the most likely to propel the score past 200, which has been the "winning" benchmark at this venue recently. His ability to dominate the middle overs against Ish Sodhi makes him the primary MVP candidate.
Abhishek Sharma (India)
Top Team1 Batsman
50 WIN
Abhishek Sharma is playing the "Travis Head role" for India, taking the game away in the first six overs. Given that the Greenfield pitch is at its best for batting against the new ball, Abhishek has a higher scoring ceiling than the middle order. While Sanju Samson is the local favorite, his lean series form (40 runs in 4 games) makes Abhishek the statistically safer pick for top scorer.
GD Phillips (New Zealand)
Top Team2 Batsman
50 WIN
Glenn Phillips has been the sole consistent threat in the New Zealand middle order. His ability to handle both high pace (Arshdeep) and mystery spin (Chakravarthy) gives him a significant advantage over Devon Conway, who has struggled for timing on slower Indian tracks. If the New Zealand top order falters against India's returning pace duo, Phillips is the most likely to stabilize and top-score through the middle and death overs.
14:00 Bjerringbro FH W vs Nykobing FH W
Nykobing FH (W) -6.50
Match Handicap
50 WIN
Bjerringbro’s average loss margin against top-4 teams this season is roughly 7.2 goals. NFH has the transition game to turn a 2-goal lead into a 6-goal lead in a matter of minutes.
Over 60.50
Points Total
50 WIN
The previous H2H yielded 69 goals. NFH likes to push the pace, and Bjerringbro’s best chance is to engage in a shootout, as they cannot win a low-scoring defensive battle.
14:00 Ringkobing W vs HOJ W
Under 56.50
Points Total
50 WIN
The stakes are too high for a "run-and-gun" game. As the clock ticks down in a tight relegation battle, teams tend to play more conservatively to avoid game-losing turnovers.
15:00 Team Esbjerg W vs Viborg HK W
Team Esbjerg (W)
Money Line
50 WIN
Because their last two meetings with Viborg were won by 11 and 5 goals, respectively. Given Esbjerg's current scoring rhythm (averaging 35.3 goals per game), they should cover a 7-goal spread comfortably.
Over 61.50
Points Total
50 WIN
Both teams have high-octane offenses. Their last encounter produced 67 goals. Esbjerg pushes for 35+ at home, and Viborg’s defense has recently conceded 37 to Copenhagen.
16:00 Kobenhavn W vs EH Aalborg W
Kobenhavn (W)
Money Line
50 WIN
Copenhagen’s momentum is undeniable. After dismantling Viborg on the road, their confidence is at a seasonal high. Aalborg’s 0% win rate against Copenhagen in recent years suggests a massive tactical mismatch.
Kobenhavn (W) -4.50
Match Handicap
50 WIN
Because Aalborg has shown they can stay close for 40 minutes, but Copenhagen’s superior bench depth usually leads to a scoring run in the final quarter. I expect a margin of 5??"7 goals.
Over 62.50
Points Total
50 WIN
Copenhagen’s recent matches have been goal fests (average total of 67 goals in their last two games). Aalborg’s defense has conceded 30+ goals in most of their away games against top-half teams.
16:00 South Africa vs West Indies 3rd T20 Match
South Africa
Win Match
50 WIN
South Africa has looked untouchable this series, displaying a ruthless batting approach that has demoralized the West Indies' bowling unit. While the visitors posted a massive 221 in the 2nd T20I, their inability to defend it??"or even take consistent wickets??"is a structural flaw. With the match being played at the Wanderers (Johannesburg), the fast and bouncy track perfectly suits Kagiso Rabada and Marco Jansen. Expect the Proteas to maintain their dominance and finish the series undefeated.
Q de Kock
Man Of The Match
50 WIN
Quinton de Kock has historically feasted on West Indian attacks, and his recent return to the international setup has seen him play with total freedom. His ability to exploit the powerplay at a high-altitude venue like Johannesburg, where the ball travels further, makes him the most dangerous player on the field. If he gives SA another 50+ start at a 200+ strike rate, he is the lock for back-to-back MVP awards.
R Rickelton (South Africa)
Top Team1 Batsman
50 WIN
While de Kock is higher risk, Rickelton has been the backbone of the Proteas' chase in both games. His technical growth and ability to handle both Akeal Hosein’s spin and Alzarri Joseph’s pace make him a high-probability pick. On a Wanderers pitch that rewards pure stroke play, Rickelton's "into the gaps" style ensures he accumulates a high volume of runs even if the openers fall early.
SO Hetmyer (West Indies)
Top Team2 Batsman
50 WIN
Hetmyer has been the only West Indian batter to consistently challenge the South African bowlers. His promotion to the top three has given him the overs needed to build a substantial score. Given the high-scoring nature of the Johannesburg ground, his ability to target the short square boundaries makes him the most likely candidate to lead the West Indies' scoring charts for a third consecutive game.
19:15 Rob Cross vs Josh Rock
Josh Rock
Win Match 2-way
50 WIN
Rock is the more consistent scorer right now. Cross admitted to struggling with rhythm in R1. Against a relentless scorer like Rock, you cannot afford 'dead' legs. Rock's recent H2H form gives him the psychological edge.
Josh Rock -1.50
Handicap 2-way
50 WIN
Cross is prone to dropping sets quickly when his switch-hitting fails. Rock's power scoring should allow him to break Cross at least twice, leading to a 4-1 or 4-2 victory.
Over 5.50
Total Sets
50 WIN
neither player is flawless. Cross is a world champion and will grind out sets even when playing poorly. A 4-2 scoreline is the statistical favorite.
Josh Rock to win 4-2
Leg Betting
50 WIN
A tight start (2-2 in sets) before Rock's superior fitness and consistent average pull him away in the final two sets against a fading Cross.
Draw
Most 180s
50 WIN
It is his primary weapon. Cross often switches to T19 early to cover, whereas Rock stays on the T20 bed aggressively. Rock should win this count, but recent Cross performance can't be ignored.
Over 8.50
Total 180s
50 WIN
The match is now best of 7 sets. We are likely to see 20+ legs of darts. Rock alone could hit 6 or 7, requiring minimal contribution from Cross to clear the line.
20:00 Stephen Bunting vs Danny Noppert
Danny Noppert
Win Match 2-way
50 WIN
The 'freeze' factor. In a best-of-3 legs format, pressure mounts instantly. Bunting is the better scorer, but Noppert is the better survivalist. I expect Noppert to punish Bunting's missed doubles in the critical deciding legs of sets.
Stephen Bunting 1.50
Handicap 2-way
50 WIN
This match is destined to be close. Even if Bunting wins, it's likely a 4-3 nail-biter. Noppert covering the spread is the statistically safer play than backing Bunting to run away with it.
Over 5.50
Total Sets
50 WIN
These two are evenly matched in overall ability. Bunting won't roll Noppert, and Noppert lacks the explosive power to whitewash Bunting. A 4-2 or 4-3 scoreline is inevitable.
Danny Noppert to win 4-3
Leg Betting
50 WIN
Bunting takes an early lead (2-0 or 3-1), but Noppert grinds him down, winning the final set against the throw as Bunting's scoring fades slightly.
Draw
Most 180s
50 WIN
Bunting forces the dart into the T20, while Noppert is happy to switch to T19. Bunting’s mechanics are built for maximums; Noppert’s are built for efficiency.
Over 9.50
Total 180s
50 WIN
A long match (6 or 7 sets). Bunting will likely hit 7 or 8 on his own. Noppert just needs to chip in a few to clear this line.
20:45 Luke Littler vs Ross Smith
Luke Littler
Win Match 2-way
50 WIN
Match Winner: Luke Littler is the complete package. While Smith can match him for power scoring, Littler's finishing under pressure and tactical switching are superior. Smith will likely miss a key double to win a set, and Littler will punish it instantly.
Ross Smith 2.50
Handicap 2-way
50 WIN
Smith rarely beats Littler over a long distance. Littler winning 4-1 or 4-2 is the most likely outcome given his current 103+ tournament average.
Over 4.50
Total Sets
50 WIN
Smith is playing well enough to win sets. His scoring power guarantees he will snatch at least two sets when Littler takes a breather. A 4-2 scoreline is my baseline.
Luke Littler to win 4-2
Leg Betting
50 WIN
A high-quality shootout. Smith stays with Littler early (2-2), but Littler finds an extra gear in the final two sets to pull away, likely winning the final set 2-0.
Draw
Most 180s
50 WIN
Unbelievably, Smith is the one player who can out-max Littler. Littler switches to 19s to win legs. Smith stays on 20s to score. The volume favors "Smudger" even if he loses the match.draw due to odd I choose.
Over 10.50
Total 180s
50 WIN
This line is made to be broken by these two. In a best-of-7 match, we could see 25 maximums. Hitting 13+ maximums is a standard day at the office for this pair.
21:30 Luke Humphries vs Luke Woodhouse
Luke Humphries
Win Match 2-way
50 WIN
While Woodhouse was spectacular in R1, Humphries is the more reliable long-term asset. Woodhouse is likely to regress from his 108 average, whereas Humphries can sustain a 100+ standard over seven sets. The world No. 2 has too much firepower.
Luke Woodhouse 2.50
Handicap 2-way
50 WIN
Format (best of 7) allows Humphries to absorb an early blow and pull away. I expect Woodhouse to win one or two sets with high finishes, but Humphries should take this 4-1 or 4-2.
Over 5.50
Total Sets
50 WIN
Woodhouse is playing too well to be whitewashed. He will likely take the first set or snatch one in the middle. Humphries winning 4-2 feels like the correct scoreline.
Luke Humphries to win 4-2
Leg Betting
50 WIN
Woodhouse comes out firing to make it 1-1 or 2-1, but Humphries' relentless consistency eventually forces errors from Woody, allowing the champion to close it out in six sets.
Draw
Most 180s
50 WIN
Draw to go because a rate of 0.7 per leg in Round 1 was absurd. Even if he cools off, he is naturally a heavier scorer than Woodhouse over a longer format. Woodhouse often switches to 19s; Humphries stays on 20s.
Over 8.50
Total 180s
50 WIN
Both players are in rhythm. If the match goes 6 sets (approx. 20 legs), they only need to hit a combined 0.6 per leg to clear this. Humphries could hit 8 or 9 on his own.
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