1. What is “King of the Oche”?
- The “Oche” is the line behind which a darts player must stand when throwing.
- “King of the Oche” is usually a special darts betting market offered by sportsbooks. It’s like a treble/prop betwhere you predict which player will dominate the match, based on scoring, 180s, or match victories.
- It’s mostly offered in match treble format, meaning you are betting on three linked outcomes within a single match.
2. What is a “Match Treble”?
- A treble bet in sports betting is when you combine three selections into one bet.
- All three selections must win for the treble to succeed.
- In darts, a match treble could involve:
- Match winner – who will win the match
- Highest checkout – which player finishes legs with the highest score
- Most 180s – who scores the most maximums (180s) in the match
Example:
- Player A vs Player B
- Treble selections:
- Player A to win the match
- Player B to hit the highest checkout
- Player A to hit most 180s
- Outcome: Bet loses because all 3 legs of the treble must be correct.
3. How to Choose Players for This Market
When selecting players for King of the Oche, consider:
a) Form & Consistency
- Look at recent match results, average scores, and number of 180s.
- Example: Michael van Gerwen is known for high scoring and finishing under pressure.
b) Head-to-Head Stats
- Some players perform better against certain opponents.
- Example: Peter Wright often performs well against mid-tier opponents but may struggle against top-ranked players in finals.
c) Playing Style
- Players who score high 180s frequently are ideal for “Most 180s” selection.
- Check if they consistently hit checkouts above 100.
4. Example of a King of the Oche Match Treble Bet
Match: Michael van Gerwen vs Gerwyn Price
Treble selections:
- Match Winner: Michael van Gerwen
- Most 180s: Michael van Gerwen
- Highest Checkout: Gerwyn Price
- Explanation:
- Van Gerwen is likely to score more 180s and win overall.
- Price might take one big leg with a high checkout, adding value to the treble bet.
- Odds for treble: Usually 3–6x the stake depending on sportsbook.
5. Betting Tips for King of the Oche (Match Treble)
- Check Player Averages
- Players with a 100+ match average are more likely to dominate.
- Look at Recent Form
- Players on a winning streak or who consistently hit 180s are safer choices.
- Consider Match Length
- Shorter matches favor players who start strong.
- Longer matches allow slow starters to catch up.
- Mix Favorites and Underdogs
- For treble, sometimes it’s worth picking an underdog in “Highest Checkout” to maximize odds.
- Avoid Overloading the Treble
- More selections = higher payout but higher risk.
- Stick to 3 legs for balance.
Quick Example for Beginners:
- Match: Peter Wright vs Rob Cross
- Treble Selections:
- Peter Wright to win
- Peter Wright most 180s
- Rob Cross highest checkout
- Reasoning:
- Wright is dominant, high 180 frequency.
- Cross can occasionally steal a leg with a high finish.
If you want, I can create a table of top players and their likely King of the Oche stats (win rate, 180s, checkouts) which makes it super easy to pick treble bets for upcoming matches.