Chris Dobey vs Andrew Gilding Preview & Prediction | 2025-26 PDC World Darts Championship | Second Round
A stand-out round two tie is in the offing as Chris Dobey locks horns with Andrew Gilding.
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Chris Dobey vs Andrew Gilding prediction
Although Chris Dobey has the power scoring in his favour, if Andrew Gilding shows the same composure on the doubles as he did in the last round against Cam Crabtree, then Goldfinger will be well-placed to potentially spring a surprise. Crucial checkouts at crucial times proved the difference for Gilding over Cam Crabtree, the former winning 3-1 to book this second-round contest.
Chris Dobey threw six maximums in the first round but a success rate of only 27% on the doubles is cause for concern against a player like Gilding, who took full advantage of Crabtree’s dodgy doubling and could well do the same this time around if Dobey isn’t on his game. It’s important to note that Dobey, a semi-finalist last year at Ally Pally hasn’t been eliminated in the second round since 2018 against Phil Taylor.
Dobey should score strongly from the start, but if Gilding gets a sniff at a double. Don’t be surprised if he takes it. When taking into account the quality of both these two players, neither should be losing in straight sets, so back over 3.5 total sets to be played between the pair.
Chris Dobey vs Andrew Gilding tip: Over 3.5 total sets
