2019 Betfred World Matchplay – Darren Webster vs Krzysztof Ratajski Preview & Prediction
THE FACTS
When is Darren Webster vs Krzysztof Ratajski taking place? Sunday 21st July, 2019
Where is Darren Webster vs Krzysztof Ratajski taking place? Winter Gardens, Blackpool
What channel is Darren Webster vs Krzysztof Ratajski on? Sky Sports Arena
Where can I stream Darren Webster vs Krzysztof Ratajski? Sky Sports subscribers can stream the match online via Sky Go
Where can I get tickets for Darren Webster vs Krzysztof Ratajski? Check https://www.pdc.tv/betfred-world-matchplay-tickets for ticket information
THE STATISTICS
All-time meetings: Darren Webster 0-1 Krzysztof Ratajski
Last meeting: Krzysztof Ratajski 10-7 Darren Webster
THE PLAYERS
DARREN WEBSTER
- Darren Webster reached the quarter-finals in each of the last two years at the World Matchplay whilst notably claiming the scalps of James Wade and Rob Cross on the stage at Winter Gardens.
- The Demolition Man has struggled for form in 2019 with plenty of first-round exits and he comes to Blackpool having lost nine of his last ten matches on the PDC tour.
- Webster’s place in the top 16 is under threat and having to defend his money from his quarter-final appearance at the 2017 Matchplay means extra pressure is on his shoulders at this tournament.
KRZYSZTOF RATAJSKI
- Krzysztof Ratajski is making his World Matchplay debut and is closing in on a place in the top 32 in the PDC rankings having made a big impact on the circuit over the last couple of years.
- Ratajski has picked up PDC ranking tournament wins in 2018 and 2019 including back-to-back wins over the same weekend in October 2018 when he didn’t even have a tour card.
- He notably won the prestigious World Masters title in 2017 on the BDO circuit, disposing of Glen Durrant in the quarter-finals and then defeating Mark McGeeney in the final.
THE PREDICTION
The impressively consistent Polish star Ratajski poses a big threat to the number 15 seed Darren Webster who would have hoped for a more favourable draw following a tough season so far. Webster has enjoyed a good run at the Matchplay in each of the last two years but his chances of a repeat seem unlikely as he is drawn in round one against one of the most dangerous non-seeded players. The Polish Eagle has plenty of confidence and won’t be phased on his Matchplay debut and he is capable of ousting the Demolition Man in round one.
