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Having worked in the sports journalism and sports betting writing industry for several years now, Paul has gained vital skill, knowledge and expertise in a variety of different sports and industries. Paul is confident and competent at writing in-depth stories, features and betting predictions on a regular basis for SportsCasting. Having worked in the sports media industry ever since graduating from Liverpool John Moores University in 2020, where he attained a First Class Honours Degree in Sports Journalism, Paul has jumped at the opportunity to attend numerous live sporting events on a regular basis. This includes working at some high calibre boxing, darts, UFC and football events over the years. Paul has covered a whole host of sports for BBC Sport, as well as being a consistent and regular contributor at ESBR Boxing for several years before becoming a Director in March 2024. Paul’s expertise lies in a wide range of sports, but he is particularly specialised in boxing, MMA, golf, football, darts and horse racing. He is also well-rounded in various sports which he may be less familiar with. Working in sports he is less familiar with helps him learn new skills, as well as nurturing the ability to adapt and overcome potential obstacles. Being a sports fanatic, Paul relishes the opportunity at taking on new challenges and is happy to try his hand at anything. During his time studying at university, Paul had the opportunity to gain some vital work experience at both Everton Football Club and BBC Radio 1. This has helped Paul master his knowledge of sports writing, as well as learning new skills with competence and proficiency.

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Published03 Apr 2025

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The 2025 International Darts Open draw sees the PDC Order of Merit Top 16 in action from Saturday onwards in Riesa, .

Defending champion Martin Schindler aims to go back-to-back as the top Pro Tour Order of Merit qualifier, with Gerwyn Price looking for a record fifth International Darts Open title in just seven years.

International Darts Open Draw Sees PDC Top 16 In Action 1m3lg

The third European Tour event of the year is almost upon us as the 2025 International Darts Open takes centre stage in Riesa this weekend.

The International Darts Open draw is now complete, with the Top 16 darts players on the PDC Order of Merit automatically qualifying for Round 2. The 32 places up for grabs in Round 1 have been filled by 16 Pro Tour qualifiers, 10 Tour Card qualifiers, one Nordic & Baltic qualifier and one East European qualifier.

The Round 1, Round 2, Last 16 and Quarter-Finals matches are all the best of 11 legs. The two Semi-Finals are best of 13 legs, with the Final on Sunday the best of 15 legs.

There is also £175,000 in total International Darts Open prize money up for grabs, with the eventual winning bagging the £30,000 maximum purse.

International Darts Open Draw Throws Up Some Tasty Round 2 Matches 615i6c

The draw for Round 1 of the International Darts Open has not yet taken place. The draw will be conducted late on Thursday 3rd April of early Friday 4th April ahead of the tournament getting underway later that day.

That being said, there could be some tasty affairs in Round 2 judging by the draw bracket. If Michael van Gerwen and Josh Rock both win their Round 2 clashes, they could meet in a tantalising Last 16 affair.

The same can be said for four-time winner Gerwyn Price, who could face fellow Premier League star Nathan Aspinall in the Last 16.

Some of the Pro Tour qualifiers like Martin Schindler, Michael Smith, Mike de Decker, Raymond van Barneveld, Daryl Gurney, Gian van Veen, Cameron Menzies and Ryan Searle will be confident of going deep in the tournament.

Should they all come through their respective Round 1 matches unscathed, they could cause a few upsets against some of the biggest names and top seeds in the tournament.

We will update this article in due course when the 2025 International Darts Open draw has been conducted for Round 1.

Be sure to claim the various darts betting offers and free bet deals available on the SportsCasting site ahead of the biggest tournament in world darts.

2025 International Darts Open Draw 6e4065

The Top 16 players in the official PDC Order of Merit automatically qualify for Round 2 of the 2025 International Darts Open. This is with the exception of Luke Littler, who has decided to miss this week’s European Tour event.

Round 1 sees 16 matches between 32 players who have qualified through different ways. 16 players qualified for this European Tour event through the Pro Tour Order of Merit.

A further 10 players are Tour Card qualifiers, with four Host Nation qualifiers, one Nordic & Baltic qualifier and one East European qualifier. That makes the 48 man field.

The 16 players who win their Round 1 matches will face one of the PDC Order of Merit Top 16 players in Round 2. The draw is as follows:

First Quarter 2m2i1i

  • Luke Humphries (1) vs Round 1 winner
  • Ross Smith (16) vs Round 1 winner
  • Damon Heta (8) vs Round 1 winner
  • Chris Dobey (9) vs Round 1 winner

Second Quarter k1731

  • Stephen Bunting (4) vs Round 1 winner
  • James Wade (13) vs Round 1 winner
  • Jonny Clayton (5) vs Round 1 winner
  • Danny Noppert (12) vs Round 1 winner

Third Quarter 536u4m

  • Michael van Gerwen (2) vs Round 1 winner
  • Josh Rock (15) vs Round 1 winner
  • Gerwyn Price (7) vs Round 1 winner
  • Nathan Aspinall (10) vs Round 1 winner

Bottom Quarter 6v101a

  • Rob Cross (3) vs Round 1 winner
  • Dimitri van den Bergh (14) vs Round 1 winner
  • Dave Chisnall (6) vs Round 1 winner
  • Peter Wright (11) vs Round 1 winner
Date Session Time (GMT) Round
Fri 4th Apr 12pm / 6pm Round 1
Sat 5th Apr 12pm / 6pm Round 2 (x16)
Sun 6th Apr 12pm Last 16 (x8)
Sun 6th Apr 6pm Quarter-Finals
Sun 6th Apr 8pm Semi-Finals/Final
Round Best of (legs)
Round 1 11
Round 2 11
Last 16 11
Quarter-Finals 11
Semi-Finals 13
Final 15

International Darts Open 2025 – Tournament Info 6j2zn

  • 🎯 Event: 2025 International Darts Open
  • 📅  Date: Fri 4th Apr – Sun 6th Apr
  • 🏆  Last Winner: Martin Schindler
  • 📺  TV Channel: Viaplay/DAZN/PDCTV
  • 🏟   Venue: SACHSENarena | Riesa,
  • 🎲  Odds: Humphries 4/1 | Van Gerwen 6/1 | Price 13/2
  • 🤑 Purse: £175,000 (Winner: £30,000)

Martin Schindler Beats Gerwyn Price 8-4 In 2024 International Darts Open Final 376y47

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Paul Kelly
Sports Editor

Having worked in the sports journalism and sports betting writing industry for several years now, Paul has gained vital skill, knowledge and expertise in a variety of different sports and industries. Paul is confident and competent at writing in-depth stories, features and betting predictions on a regular basis for SportsCasting. Having worked in the sports media industry ever since graduating from Liverpool John Moores University in 2020, where he attained a First Class Honours Degree in Sports Journalism, Paul has jumped at the opportunity to attend numerous live sporting events on a regular basis. This includes working at some high calibre boxing, darts, UFC and football events over the years. Paul has covered a whole host of sports for BBC Sport, as well as being a consistent and regular contributor at ESBR Boxing for several years before becoming a Director in March 2024. Paul’s expertise lies in a wide range of sports, but he is particularly specialised in boxing, MMA, golf, football, darts and horse racing. He is also well-rounded in various sports which he may be less familiar with. Working in sports he is less familiar with helps him learn new skills, as well as nurturing the ability to adapt and overcome potential obstacles. Being a sports fanatic, Paul relishes the opportunity at taking on new challenges and is happy to try his hand at anything. During his time studying at university, Paul had the opportunity to gain some vital work experience at both Everton Football Club and BBC Radio 1. This has helped Paul master his knowledge of sports writing, as well as learning new skills with competence and proficiency.

Get to know Paul Kelly better
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Paul Kelly Sports Editor

Having worked in the sports journalism and sports betting writing industry for several years now, Paul has gained vital skill, knowledge and expertise in a variety of different sports and industries. Paul is confident and competent at writing in-depth stories, features and betting predictions on a regular basis for SportsCasting. Having worked in the sports media industry ever since graduating from Liverpool John Moores University in 2020, where he attained a First Class Honours Degree in Sports Journalism, Paul has jumped at the opportunity to attend numerous live sporting events on a regular basis. This includes working at some high calibre boxing, darts, UFC and football events over the years. Paul has covered a whole host of sports for BBC Sport, as well as being a consistent and regular contributor at ESBR Boxing for several years before becoming a Director in March 2024. Paul’s expertise lies in a wide range of sports, but he is particularly specialised in boxing, MMA, golf, football, darts and horse racing. He is also well-rounded in various sports which he may be less familiar with. Working in sports he is less familiar with helps him learn new skills, as well as nurturing the ability to adapt and overcome potential obstacles. Being a sports fanatic, Paul relishes the opportunity at taking on new challenges and is happy to try his hand at anything. During his time studying at university, Paul had the opportunity to gain some vital work experience at both Everton Football Club and BBC Radio 1. This has helped Paul master his knowledge of sports writing, as well as learning new skills with competence and proficiency.

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