In sports betting for darts, the term “Over 5.5” typically refers to a total market, most often:
“Over 5.5 Legs” or “Over 5.5 Sets”
Depending on the format of the match, this market can be applied in the following ways:
1. Over 5.5 Legs
- You’re betting that more than 5 legs will be played in a match or a specific set.
- This means 6 or more legs must be completed for your bet to win.
Example:
- Player A vs Player B
- If the match goes 4–2 in legs, that’s 6 legs played → “Over 5.5 Legs” wins
2. Over 5.5 Sets
- You’re betting that more than 5 sets will be played in the match.
- So, the match must go to at least a 6th set for your bet to win.
Example:
- In a “Best of 7 Sets” format, the match goes 4–2 → Over 5.5 Sets” wins
- If it’s a quick 4–0 result → bet loses
Always Check:
- Whether the line refers to legs or sets
- The format of the match (e.g., Best of 5 Legs per set, Best of 7 Sets in the match, etc.)