What Set 1 Leg 1 – Any Player to Score a 180 Means
Market: “Set 1 Leg 1 – Any Player to Score a 180”
This is a prop bet (special market) offered in darts where you’re betting on whether either player will score a 180 (three treble 20s = 180 points) in the very first leg of the first set.
So, you’re only concerned with the first leg of the first set, not the whole match.
How It Works
- A darts match is divided into sets, and each set has several legs.
- Example: A match might be Best of 5 sets, and each set is Best of 5 legs.
- The first leg of the first set is the opening part of the match.
Your bet wins if any player hits a 180 in that specific leg — it doesn’t matter who.
You win if:
- Player A hits a 180
- OR Player B hits a 180
You lose if:
- Neither player hits a 180 in that leg.
Example with Real Players
Match:
Michael van Gerwen vs Gerwyn Price
Market: Set 1 Leg 1 – Any Player to Score a 180
Let’s imagine the first leg goes like this:
- Van Gerwen opens strongly: T20, T20, T20 = 180
- Price throws next, scores 100.
Result: Van Gerwen has hit a 180 in the first leg →
Your bet “Any Player to Score a 180 – Yes” wins
If both players hit only 100s, 140s, etc., and no 180 occurs →
The bet loses
Odds Example
| Market | Odds | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Any Player to hit 180 in Set 1 Leg 1 – YES | 2.20 | Wins if anyone hits a 180 |
| Any Player to hit 180 in Set 1 Leg 1 – NO | 1.65 | Wins if no 180 is hit |
Betting Tip & Strategy
- Know the Heavy Scorers
- Players like Michael van Gerwen, Luke Humphries, Gerwyn Price, and Rob Cross are known for quick scoring and early 180s.
- Betting “YES” is often smarter in matches between two power scorers.
- Check Recent Form
- If players are hitting 5+ 180s per match on average, there’s a strong chance of one early on.
- Look at stats from recent tournaments like the PDC World Championship or Premier League Darts.
- Match Stage Matters
- In early legs, players are still warming up — accuracy may be lower.
- However, top pros often open with confidence and throw heavily at treble 20 early.
- Safer Bet Option
- If you prefer less risk, go for:“Any Player to Score a 180 in Set 1” (not just Leg 1)
- This gives more time for a 180 to happen.
Example Betting Tip
Match: Luke Humphries vs Michael Smith
Market: Set 1 Leg 1 – Any Player to Score a 180
Tip: YES (around 2.10 odds)
Reason: Both are top 180 hitters; Luke Humphries averages ~6 per match, Smith ~5+.
Early fireworks likely in the opening leg.
Summary Table
| Term | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 180 | Highest possible score in a single turn (3x treble 20) |
| Set | Group of legs (e.g., best of 5) |
| Leg | A single game within a set |
| Market Focus | Only the 1st leg of the 1st set |
| Win Condition | Either player hits a 180 in that leg |
Would you like me to also explain the opposite market — “No 180 in Set 1 Leg 1” — with a defensive betting strategy (safer / underdog style)?