2026 World Matchplay of Darts quarterfinals predictions and previews

After an entertaining opening two rounds in Blackpool, we have reached the quarterfinal round, where the format gets even longer.Four exciting matches will be played across Thursday and Friday, so let's take a look at what to expect in each contest.2026 World Matchplay of Darts quarterfinals predictionsHere are my predictions for the quarterfinals.MORE: 2026 World Matchplay of Darts: Draw, schedule, prize money and format explainedDirk van Duijvenbode vs. (12) Gary AndersonWinner: Gary Anderson, 16-12DvD has produced steady darts in his opening two matches, but the story of those matches has been his ability to pull through and win games in tiebreakers.He's already taken down a former winner of this event (Michael van Gerwen) this week, and he'll have the chance to do it again against Gary