THE FINAL FOUR! Day 7 Highlights - 2024 Betfred World Matchplay

Highlights from the second of our two Quarter-Finals at the 2024 Betfred World Matchplay.
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[@mathhits]

21:35 “ROB! ROB! ROB!! … He can’t hear me” 😂😂 Partridge in the wild!

[@myyoot]

Dan!

[@Dentos19]

Never seen rob cross play that badly he’s been playing some great darts,just a bad day at the office rob keep going 👍🥳☀️

[@edgarkiha3195]

Ну почему же,это уже не первый, он Майклу Смиту проиграл 0:6, не так давно

[@JamesMitchell-gw1hz]

I've seen him play badly before when he was on a downward spiral. But his form as been top notch of late so I'll forgive him fir a bad day at the office

[@americathisweek.6077]

Smith been playing well since the World Cup.

[@xtheamazingax]

I don’t think Humphries is quaking in fear here…

[@kujon1968]

He never will, but did you see the fall-off Cross had? A bad day at the office can happen to anyone.

[@bartonbank2531]

Humphries will win easy

[@lbreindl6]

​@@kujon1968well this is very common for cross i feel like

[@xtheamazingax]

@@kujon1968 yeah. I was shocked that he missed that many doubles…

[@dief1experten979]

Beautiful Semi-Final Line-Up. All 4 players earned this title!

[@Liasos88]

Cross was incredibly stubborn on D16 even though he was a mile away every time. It was so bizarre to see.

[@owendavies7452]

Wrong breakfast, Wrong 🍺

[@erichbachinger943]

The night of the champions

[@markbellew4194]

Andrew gildings thumb celebration is just the best

[@anthonymatute6057]

The semis are set!!! I am excited for the the Mvg vs Smith match, I am sure that game will be a classic!!!

[@lean2281]

Who wins

[@user-ii4sk3zy6b]

Hope so 😊

[@YBerion90]

MvG ​@@lean2281

[@sinclayi]

​@@lean2281Michael

[@BlueHopi144]

@@lean2281 Smith wins

[@Archont-fp4xn]

11:45 "That's good, that feels really good than a lot of stuff I've been throwing today" lmao

[@a.kleeson2479]

Aw well.All credit to Goldfinger for putting the frightners,for a wee while anyway,on MVG 😧

[@tbrule.4877]

No one can ever take Mighty Mike's game for granite. After all he's the original Luke Littler in a sense. Look how dominant young Michael Van Gerwin used to be. Probably even more so than Luke Littler is now. As much as i enjoy watching Luke I was a huge fan of Van Gerwin first.

[@user-ii4sk3zy6b]

Yeah I don’t think anyone will be as good as van gerwin in his prime 😊

[@JamesMitchell-gw1hz]

Not at 16 he wasn't and not in the Premier darts division so I don't agree with your opinion, and yes Luke is now 17.

[@sabbakandegregor9874]

You’re probably right but only for the ‘young’ part. When it comes to who’s the most talented of the two, I’d take the premier league champion who hit a 9 against the world number 1. All aged 17.

[@tbrule.4877]

@@sabbakandegregor9874 I agree with you.

[@Footystickersuk]

Humphries is different class….but would love wadey to win it!

[@LakeFX]

Can we STOP with calling 40 "Double Top"? It's just "Tops"... "Double Top" is redundant!

[@Burnersforvanlife]

Double top os 80, but it seems these darts player common taters, just don't get it?

[@MADETOGAMEHD]

I can see your point, but is it really something that bothers you enough to comment about it?

[@ekia3056]

well he sure commented about it so..

[@legends-typebeat7478]

@@MADETOGAMEHDas u can see it is. I hate it too

[@mccann82]

It’s the double at the top, not hard to understand.

[@Wetangle]

Cross got such a camp throw 🤣

[@sarahwelty9223]

He is camp full stop😂

[@doctormarazanvose4373]

@@sarahwelty9223 His wife and kids might disagree with you.

[@bostjanhribersek1205]

Hello am Boštjan from Slovenija and am adicted to darts and MVG. 👍🇸🇮

[@MichaelParkinson-wz1nh]

Cheaper than being a drug addict, and you must be easily pleased.

[@tenfourproductionsllc]

We need OddJob to show up and stare down VanGerwyn

[@andrewmay1299]

Who?

[@sebastianbednarski8332]

Super mi się ogląda Smitha tak grającego 😮😮😮

[@michaellynn9763]

Never ever write Michael Van Gerwen off! I'm not referring to this match specifically but how many times has he thrown a worse average and won? It's maths, it shouldn't work that way, however, he has an inner demon that knows how to find 3 more gears! Assuming he gets in front, he usually stays there, though it does take time (contrary to what most commentators say) for him to warm up. I wonder if the long format of the game affected Gilding? Michael was playing crazily in those first few legs, love his action! I'm sure he played double speed in those first 5 legs. It's almost like the faster he gets, the more you can feel his confidence oozing, and truly believe that every double is gonna go when he's in that mood! Glad to see he didn't taper off towards the end, as he so frequently does. Relaxed - as the commentators said, was exactly the right word, which is what I think Rob Cross became once his fate had been decided for him.

[@180g-sea5]

Bruh who dont you write a whole book about him and get under his desk

[@user-ii4sk3zy6b]

@@180g-sea5🤣🎯

[@MichaelParkinson-wz1nh]

​@@180g-sea5😆🥒🎯.

[@bganonimouse2754]

Shut it, you nugget.

[@cactuarnoob100]

Wonder how much the length of the match affects the players who are not used to it?

[@michaellynn9763]

Yeah, I was thinking the same thing, especially about Gilding. Don't think he has played many matches that are longer than a best of 19.

[@bethechange4726]

Bros, they throw for hours at time against a top player daily,,, the pressure be immense I’m sure in the actual tournament, but that’s why they be championship players from all over the world!!

[@MichaelParkinson-wz1nh]

It's their job, they gotta be ready, otherwise, there's no point, cos they'd be beaten before they start.

[@Dentos19]

Got to agree with those comments he’s been great lately bet he was gutted👍🥳

[@stuartphillips822]

Give humphries the trophy now, different gravy.

[@anthonymatute6057]

Cross went from averaging 106 to playing probably the worst darts of his life!!! (He couldn’t even hit a D16 in that match for christ sake!!!)

[@huepix]

Yeah. Worst I've ever seen him play. Really looked out of sorts as well. The only time he looked confident was that 144

[@chrisslick]

Van Gerwen only won because gilding disappeared after winning his 8th leg. Completely bottled it, Van Gerwen is a lucky boy

[@Shizzle86]

Okay bud.

[@rayzar_gg]

Gilding was only in it cuz MvG missed his doubles. What are you on about?

[@chrisslick]

@@rayzar_gg you’re out of your mind, Gilding was averaging 102 in the 2nd session, he wasn’t ahead because of his missed doubles. If it wasn’t because of Van Gerwen couple of last dart double 1’s he would of been 9-3 down. Clearly you’re an idiot

[@paulwilliams5713]

Never seen voltage forget where the outer ring is😮

[@WarsawFishing]

Spojler blocker! HF ;)

[@jackson2620]

mvg and smith is a cion toss for sure, both world champs

[@Pops1948]

Wade's a ring in but the PDC did good even if Littler didn't live up to expectation

[@RingJando]

@15:42 Roberto? Oh, he's Italiano, right?

[@Maxxx568]

Only for Signore Mardello 😂😂😂

[@davorgolik7873]

😂​@@Maxxx568

[@MichaelParkinson-wz1nh]

​@@Maxxx568😆,

[@yonderorphan7499]

Cross had a nightmare.

[@grenli6443]

It was like one of those dreams where you fight somebody and you punch in slow mo and your punches tickle your enemy.. only the darting equivalent 😅

[@robmitchell3864]

Rob has absolutely no idea how much his game will suffer from deliberately tanking throws

[@johngreenhorn8853]

Got a quid on Wade (100/1) and a couple of quid on Smith (20/1) to win the whole thing,so bet all you've got on an MVG v Humphries final 😊.

[@JamesMitchell-gw1hz]

Good prediction unfortunately you don't win on guessing the final unless you bet on it!!!

[@pakutehofficial4381]

excellent players

[@jackson2620]

i did the mvg and humphies parley!! easy money...

[@ccg1404]

Poor Rob, he looked like he was about to burst into tears.

[@lastfewtokes]

So sick of every darter that wins shaking their head vehemently every time they win.

[@Cheximus]

Yeah, it's a bit patronising and I wouldn't want someone who just beat me to start doing that. Really weird behaviour.

[@Manplays2]

@@Cheximusfor smith he and cross had played so bad when he played dobey he wasint like that

[@johngreenhorn8853]

Gary Anderson is the worlds worst for that,he might hit a ton plus average then put his hands up and shake his head like he has just played shit.

[@rudibakker2102]

Smith always feels sorry for his opponents. He should be more satisfied with the win, he is in the semis of the 2nd biggest major

[@Raghy07]

Person on the left in thumbnail always the winner

[@teejay6063]

@@Raghy07 Facts. I looked at the thumb and knew Michael won.

[@martincannings4831]

"?

[@Suphix180]

PDC, how is it that for most of the tournament we miss loads of darts going in doubles, or miss players switching cover shots because the camera doesnt keep up, then randomly the last few days we dont miss any of the action? It's like this in other tournaments too. Why not just do whatever youve changed the last few days but from the start in future? 🤔

[@adamcalder294]

I'd say it's whoever is directing. The good ones should know the players' likely moves ahead of time. For example Whitlock would likely go t15 on the 8th dart into a 9.

[@garyparkinson6198]

Bristow R.I.P used to do that job for the darts. It's just certain players go for different routes. Like Cross on his 18's or Littler going 16 double 10 on 36. They can't get it right all the time, as players will change finishes up out of the blue. Definitely not an easy job.

[@apocalypsed8]

They always drink through their beer too quickly so film the last matches sober

[@Suphix180]

@@garyparkinson6198 I think its down to the individual. There are times when we don't miss a single dart even when a player switches at the last minute or makes an unconventional change in their route, it seems like they at least have someone there that can do it because they have done it many times, but on the other side of the coin they must absolutely have people that cant. But it takes you out of the action and it needs addressing.

[@Suphix180]

@@adamcalder294 Clearly they have at least one person there smashing it, but the disparity is noticeable and I think its unacceptable for a professional sport. It needs addressing

[@paolopilapil8696]

I don't understand why Rob is not going after D18. It could've been a different story

[@ukphone4183]

Let's play daaarts 🎉🎉🎉

[@Lucaspadavano]

Old god MVG ❤

[@tonyaziz8820]

Most dart players always seem to apologise for winning

[@AC-sd6fo]

‼️spoiler block ‼️

[@notyou5170]

did not work 😭

[@thecatsarse6542]

Toilet block🚽🧻

[@garyparkinson6198]

​@@notyou5170 he tried god bless him. The world needs more like him.

[@nocontextconorbenn57]

Bro thought he did something

[@markheddle8726]

Wish we could get an attention seeker blocker

[@general_gner6560]

VAN GERWEN The G.O.A.T 💪

[@dmc4358]

Same amount of worlds as John Part and one more Matchplay than Rod Harrington. Yeah. 😂

[@anthonymatute6057]

PHIL TAYLOR is the G O A T!!!

[@cmen9537]

Taylor you mean?

[@jimmyrankin8814]

Wot they said⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️

[@daverudd-zt3ob]

van Gerwen is one of the best, dude. That's it. But the heart wants what the heart wants, eh.

[@JackT1202]

Wade for the win

[@glyntaylor49]

I hate the 170 being called the big fish, sounds bloody stupid.

[@robbertag808]

What's stupid about it.

[@davidcarroll6222]

Stupid is what stupid does

[@UibcGiv]

😂

[@technojoe4079]

Same here, the name bugs me also. They started calling it "The big fish" a heck of a lot more since Littler came on to the scene, especially after he performed those cheesy fishing reenactments several times after he hit the 170 finishes. Now they call it that phrase more than ever.

[@glyntaylor49]

@@robbertag808 it sounds crap, might as well be saying he's left himself the massive trout

[@2tuff-crystal]

i can only watch PDC darts of KZbin as highlights because the real games on Sky Sports are terrible for the breaks and these breaks are ruining the game. Far too many breaks and it affects play.

[@sarahwelty9223]

And the annoying commentators on Sky sports lol😂

[@adamcox2503]

C'mon Wadey! 🤣

[@lazyjoe9276]

Cross Is king 🥇

[@smf2238]

I know the players love winter gardens but let’s be honest the atmosphere has been pretty shocking all tournament 🤷🏻‍♂️😒

[@elmono3939]

I see, sun arrived in Europe

[@kakiayam5350]

MVG❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@robmitchell3864]

GO MICHAEL!!! I have seen cross tank too many darts to "throw" matches catering to his corrupt handlers. It's horrible for the game/sport. When he beat Phil Taylor in Taylor's retirement match, I was an instant fan. But I'm afraid he has been infiltrated and has nefarious handlers. Horrible for the sport. We should all be resolute!

[@Zlartybartfarst]

Mardle🙄

[@Merq-ko8di]

👍 he's a complete TW@ 🤮

[@anthonycousens-wn9xq]

The disrespect too gilding after the match form mvg calling gilding boring to play is ridiculous. That’s the way he plays, what do you want all the players to do now play 100mph that’s the way the guy plays. How about mvg getting the hell out of the enclosure when you’re opponent is throwing there darts. The refs should be doing there jobs get you’re foot off the enclosure gilding should refuse to throw and just keep walking back into him. But no he can’t possibly do that can he. Calling him boring is disrespectful his in a quarter final on pure merit

[@benji904]

You done crying?

[@rv.v638]

Matches are way too long. Especially when not throwing in sets. Most of the time, after half of the match is played you are watching two players who just want to get it over with.

[@BlueHopi144]

complainers are not choosers - so stick your crybaby stuffs up there

[@leotolosa3458]

Cross's body language just felt off and defeated. I was annoyed a little, just fight for it like cmon Cross I know you can do better!

[@bethechange4726]

Wade, win this, bro!!

[@mirco301]

Gilding is such an npc 😂

[@SocratesDissatisfied]

😂😂😂

[@sarahwelty9223]

What's an npc?

[@mirco301]

@@sarahwelty9223 someone who acts very strangely and unresponsive like a character from videogames.

[@bambaklats2891]

MvG still the best, I bet all the UK folks are kicking themselves 😂

[@jordanharrison8454]

Humphries is the best lol. Don't kid yourself. MVG has just had an easy draw as usual.

[@louisc7525]

​@@jordanharrison8454😂😂😂😂 Luke Littler first round yeah piece of cake that how can you do confidently comment such shite

[@Steveinthailand]

Not.... an exciting nights of darts.

[@jackson2620]

bully beatdown!!

[@smf2238]

Why is the crowd like snooker atmosphere , shocking

[@davelister2961]

The best of order, obviously. Old School, Lakeside crowd. The Football hooligans are still recovering from Germany. 😂

[@smf2238]

@@davelister2961 yh true 😂

[@smf2238]

I just love when the atmosphere is jumping at the darts .. everyone getting involved and having a laugh that’s what makes it so special sometimes

[@lbreindl6]

This is the best crowd darts has the offer and always has been.

[@Con-zv3vz]

Maybe they are watching the darts

[@davewebster689]

Cross never turned up. Embarassing performance by his standards

[@AaronsAnglingJourney]

🎉🎉

[@stuartphillips822]

I really don’t mind who wins it apart from MVG, he has turned into a nasty piece of work in the last few years IMO now he isn’t top dog anymore. Not a good look.

[@markholroyde9412]

He is a Muppet, Homer Simpson has been nowhere the last 2 years, why I call him King Bottler 1, his arse will fall out tomorrow....hopefully, horrible bloke.

[@Sonny9890]

Sure buddy...

[@daverudd-zt3ob]

Sort of agree. He's alright when he wins, but (like Price) switches off horribly when he loses, and also talks himself up a bit much. Both Lukes and Smith are better; Humphries being the ambassador for the game.

[@croscoloser]

​@@daverudd-zt3obwe saw how much better the young Luke was when they played each other right

[@twatinahatsmith7428]

​@@daverudd-zt3ob Wade is like that. I don't want him to win.

[@yarizmai-yao2318]

TOPS ? for double 20? How about double 3? LOWS? 😂😂😂

[@timschulz3714]

It's called basement

[@davelister2961]

Double tops and double bottoms.

[@Maxxx568]

​@@davelister2961let's call 25 a waistline 😂

[@sarahwelty9223]

Oh no not another one! The mighty doubles debate strikes again

[@daverudd-zt3ob]

Anyone irked by Huw's 180s? Like Noble, he goes OT with "O n e H u n d r e d A n d E I G H T Y Y Y!!", which is aright early in a leg but not before opposing player is on an out, where he then has to rush in the 'MichaelYouRequire134! while he's already throwing. Speed up you muppet! lol

[@user-sz4th4sm5l]

Jawohl Van Gerwen 😊👍

[@jimbean7523]

Shrek will get smashed by Smith

[@joeconsadi1404]

All comments were the spoiler. Off the commentd

[@sarahwelty9223]

Don't read the comments before you watch the highlights simple as that really

[@richardallen483]

Cross needs to lay off the white stuff

[@timegan1884]

MVG needs to up his game from here, or he will get slaughtered

[@gazza9004]

In wondering if cross is match fixing never seen him play like that

[@twatinahatsmith7428]

Jesus man, everybody has an off day now and again. This tournament is considered the second biggest title, after the world championship. Every player wants to win it.

[@JamesMitchell-gw1hz]

You might as well include Peter wright, and the durrant player who went from world beater to retiring in a few months

[@CaleanMcconkey]

Spoiler block

[@harrisonmckenzie4905]

Rob Cross was terrible, ruined the night. I switched channel before the game ended.

[@williamdewsburywright8514]

Grow up

[@oisinmaccumhaill7037]

He’s a human being, man. Anyone can have a bad night. And to quote the guy above me, grow up.

[@harrisonmckenzie4905]

it was a terrible game mate, nobody can deny it.

[@michaellynn9763]

@@harrisonmckenzie4905 I would agree that even his demeanour made it a less quality game, though I do admit that Michael's performance in the first 10 legs had me excited! Like a man possessed!

[@grenli6443]

I'm sure he ruined his own night too, just a bad night in the office.. he'll dust himself down and come again

[@bjornhuibers1430]

First

[@YBerion90]

Cross played like shit

[@colinevans7134]

If you commentators was that good why ain't you up there, talk to talk but not one of you can walk the walk, makes me sick how you can judge a player but can't play yourself, shut up

[@michaellynn9763]

They just make observations. There is no judgement on their form from the end of the match onwards. I suppose when you comment that a corner kick was atrocious, you are in a very good position to take the shot and land it?....

[@thomaspetrus1634]

Thx again for spoiling on the picture you i diotssssssss

[@Burnersforvanlife]

Mvg deffo has a screw loose

[@anthonymatute6057]

His screw was loose enough for a long time already…

[@jaden7888]

I think you have a screw loose with the bullshit comments and videos you post

[@rayzar_gg]

Why?

[@user-wv1wk9ic2e]

@Leeswinburn Rob Cross was disgusted and missed D16 couple times and the Bullyboy gets the job done and well done Michael Smith ❤❤❤🤍🤍🤍❤❤❤👏👏👏🎯🎯🎯🎯

[@user-wv1wk9ic2e]

@Leeswinburn Andrew Gilding had a great run at the world matchplay and well done MVG ❤❤❤🤍🤍🤍🤍💙💙💙💙💙👏👏👏👏🎯🎯🎯🎯

[@Pxzlation]

26:47 - you can release the cameraman’s family and give him a raise while at it 🤌