One hundred and eighhhhtyyyy! The iconic score emphatically announced countless times during a darts event. 180 is, of course, the maximum score that can be achieved with three darts. Three darts that can shape a leg, a set or a match in an instant.
And when it comes to 180 betting, there’s maximum opportunity for YOU. Let DartsTips.com tell you all about it.
180s Darts Betting Explained
What are 180s bets in Darts?
The most common markets are the number of 180s to be thrown in a match and the number thrown by a particular player. You can also bet on which player will make more maximums in the match.
With some bookmakers, you might even be able to bet on the number of maximums across a whole tournament. A fun bet that can keep you invested until the very last leg.
What is a Total 180s Bet in Darts?
A total 180s darts bet is a wager on the number of maximum scores (180s) in a match, set, or tournament. The bookmakers will set a line based on the players and match format.
Total 180s Darts Betting Examples
Over/Under 180s
Let’s pit Luke Littler up against Luke Humphries in the PDC World Championship Final. Both are in red-hot scoring form – so the bookmaker sets the line at 14.5 match 180s.
You win the bet if the total 180s scored by both players combined is 15 or more. The odds for Over/Under bets will always be just under evens, around 1.9 – meaning you’re almost doubling your money with every win.
You may be able to bet on the exact number of maximums too at bigger odds. Bigger risk, bigger reward!
Other types of 180s Darts Bets
Littler to hit more 180s than Humphries
The next market to look at is which player will score more. Littler is the heavier scorer and would edge favouritism here, but the odds will be more lopsided in early rounds where stronger players take on qualifiers. You can take advantage of this in accumulators or with heavier bets.
Number of 180s in a tournament
A fun bet that can keep you heavily invested in a tournament from start to finish. The bookmaker may set a value, with varying amounts at varying prices. For example:
- Over 650 – 2.0
- Over 660 – 4.0
- Over 670 – 6.0
- Over 680 – 8.0
- Over 699 – 11.0
A double-your-money bet on the smallest target if it wins, but you can go higher for bigger rewards. If you bet £10 on all five options and 700 maximums are thrown, you’d win every single bet for a very healthy return!
DartsTips.com Top Tip:
Look out for the “King of the Oche” bet available with certain bookmakers! This requires a player to win the match, have the highest checkout AND throw the most 180s.
When to Use Total 180s Bets
Matches with Power Scorers
Don’t get us wrong, all players are capable of hitting the maximum – that’s why they’re the best. But some players specialise in hitting the big numbers, while others are more clinical on doubles and big checkouts.
So if heavy scorers like Luke Littler, Michael van Gerwen, Gerwyn Price and others are in action — or even better, playing each other — then you can feel confident that 180 will be called out regularly!
Long Format Matches
Bookies’ odds and lines are set in line with the length of matches, but darts is a game built on momentum – and once the top players have their eye in, the treble 20 bed is hit with increasing regularity. Do your research, but don’t be put off by the bigger numbers here.
Total 180s Darts Betting FAQs
Q. What is a 180 in darts?
A 180 is the maximum score a player can hit in a single visit by landing three treble 20s.
Q. Do certain players hit more 180s?
Yes, and that’s something to look for when betting on the total 180s market. Noted power scorers pepper the treble 20 bed regularly, so there’s always a chance to take advantage of cautious bookmaker lines.
Q. Is betting on total 180s a good strategy?
Yes, it’s a market that can be researched and the more you do, the better chance you have of beating the bookies. But it goes without saying, every bet is a risk – even the biggest scorers can have spells where those pesky darts just won’t go in!
Q. Does match length matter for 180 betting?
Yes, and the bookies’ lines will reflect that. However, longer formats can give players more time to build momentum and get their eye in – whereas this can sometimes be trickier in short events like Premier League Darts nights.
Q. Can I bet on 180s across a whole tournament?
Yes. Multiple bookies offer markets such as “total 180s in the Championship” or “player to hit the most 180s.” Bets like these can add a bit of extra excitement and the latter will be at attractive odds. Obviously, that means a little more risk – but the rewards are greater!
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