Fancy making a few bets on sport this week? Then you’re in luck, as we’ve scoured the next seven days’ action and come up with 10 wagers that have a strong chance of success. Whether it’s darts, UFC, rugby league or football that you’re into, we have something for everyone. Read on for a look at the best bets this week using the latest odds from bookmaker Pinnacle.
Best Darts Predictions of the Week
The 2025 PDC Premier League Darts resumes on Thursday, 27th of March, for its eighth night, with Newcastle the next stop on the tour. Here are our betting tips for three matches of the week.
Luke Littler vs. Stephen Bunting – Under 8.5 @ 2.140
Luke Littler leads the 2025 PDC Premier League Darts table after winning nights two, five, and seven of this year’s BetMGM Premier League. Littler claimed his third victory of the 2025 campaign in Cardiff last Thursday, with ‘The Nuke’ collecting five more points to extend his lead at the top to six.
He faces Stephen Bunting next, who has been far from his best lately. Bunting is having a torrid time in the Premier League, sitting rock bottom without a single win to his name. And with a showdown against the league’s top player this week, his troubles may only deepen.
‘The Bullet’ may be win-less in this year’s Premier League, but he’s hit a 100+ average in three of the last five weeks, only to end up on the losing side. If he’s to get his first points on the board, he’ll need another top display—and a below-par night from Littler.
Strangely enough, Bunting’s strongest Premier League showing came in his previous encounter with Littler on night four. The match ended 6-4 in Exeter, but things could be different this time around.
Realistically, this looks like another routine win for Littler as he kicks off the night in Newcastle. Backing Littler for the win doesn’t offer much return, however, as the odds are simply too short. Given Bunting’s struggles, an upset looks improbable, so the best betting value in this match lies in alternative markets.
※ Current Odds Date & Time: March 26th, 12:00 AM (GMT)
Littler fired in six 180s against Aspinall in the first round last week and matched that tally against Rob Cross in the semis. But in the final against MVG, ‘The Nuke’ stepped it up, blasting 10 maximums to secure victory.
Bunting might find a win eventually, but we can’t see him overcoming Littler. Littler will likely coast through this one without needing to hit top gear, so we expect a quick finish. Our pick is under 8.5 sets, available at odds of 2.140 on Pinnacle.
Gerwyn Price vs. Rob Cross – Over 9.5 @ 1.892
Rob Cross and Gerwyn Price meet again this week in the north-east, just as they did in last week’s quarter-final in Cardiff. After suffering a 6-5 defeat in that match, Price has the chance to settle the score on his way to victory in Newcastle.
The pair meet again at the quarter-final stage at the Utilita Arena, and there are plenty of reasons to believe Price can reverse the outcome. The Iceman posted an average of 97.10, well ahead of Cross’ 89.40, and it was only a remarkable 170 checkout that saw ‘Voltage’ through.
Price has now lost three of his last five matches against Cross, but before their most recent meeting, he had ample reason to feel confident. Coming off a Night 6 final victory over Littler and playing in front of his home crowd, the stage seemed set for a Price win. However, it wasn’t enough to prevent another defeat to his English rival.
Price stumbled in the opening leg, allowing Cross to hold his throw and take an early lead, despite several wobbly attempts at doubles. His finishing woes persisted, but he eventually managed to extend his advantage over the Welshman, who was playing in front of a home crowd this week.
The Iceman’s performance improved as he claimed the next two legs, but after missing double 16, Cross found his rhythm with double 20, pulling two legs clear.
Although Price mounted a late fightback, Cross proved too strong, securing a 6-5 victory and sealing the win with a spectacular 170 checkout to defeat Price in his home fixture.
※ Current Odds Date & Time: March 26th, 12:00 AM (GMT)
It was a statement win for Cross as he defeated the local favourite in front of a passionate Welsh crowd. However, the Englishman won’t have it easy replicating that performance, even though he can expect the crowd to be behind him this time.
Since the loss, Price progressed to the quarter-finals of the European Darts Trophy, but the Welshman’s performance indicated he should have achieved more. In Gottingen, the Markham man posted averages of 103.74, 110.83, and 107.40—form that is worthy of a title charge.
History suggests another closely fought match, as the last four meetings between these two have all seen more than nine sets. That’s why we’re backing over 9.5 sets at odds of 1.892 with Pinnacle.
Luke Humphries vs. Chris Dobey – Dobey to Win @ 2.730
Luke Humphries, the world number one, takes on Newcastle’s own Chris Dobey in the third match of night eight in the Premier League Darts.
‘Hollywood’ will be desperate to give his local fans something to cheer about, but he has his work cut out. ‘Coolhand’ has won four of their last five encounters and is heavily favoured by bookies to get the win.
That said, Dobey has the talent to beat anyone when he’s at his best—including Humphries. Whether he can raise his level and deliver a standout performance in front of his home crowd is the big question.
The best of Dobey is still to come in this Premier League campaign, but with the home crowd behind him in Newcastle, ‘Hollywood’ might just steal the show.
The ex-Masters champion, who has already lifted a Players Championship trophy this season, averaged 101.73 in his sole outing at last week’s European Darts Trophy—proof that his A-game is still very much intact.
※ Current Odds Date & Time: March 26th, 12:00 AM (GMT)
There’s no doubt that Humphries is the more consistent player between the two, but ‘Cool Hand’ has been off his game lately and showed signs of struggle under pressure, particularly in last week’s loss to Nathan Aspinall in Germany.
Bookmaker Pinnacle prices a Dobey win at Tyneside at 2.730. Given the value on offer here, it’s a bet that can’t be missed.
Best MMA Prediction This Week
The UFC heads to Mexico City for the seventh time, and if this event is anything like its predecessors, fans can expect another action-packed night in the Mexican capital. Here is our top betting pick for the UFC this weekend.
Manuel Torres vs. Drew Dober – Dober to Win @ 1.934
Manuel “El Loco” Torres (15-3-0) and Drew Dober (27-14-0) will meet in a lightweight battle at the Arena CDMX on Saturday night. These two warriors are no strangers to high-paced battles against top-tier opposition. So, it isn’t an exaggeration to claim that this match-up has all the ingredients for a Fight of the Night winner.
Torres is known for coming out of the gates fast, while Drew Dober prefers a more methodical approach. After a setback against Ignacio Bahamondes, Torres will be eager to re-establish himself in the division with a quick and decisive win.
On the other hand, Dober—coming off a setback against Rafael Silva—thrives in wars of attrition and could push Torres into deep waters if he survives the early onslaught. This showdown between two redemption seeking warriors could make for a fascinating contest.
Torres appears to have a potential advantage, as he typically starts strong and makes the most of his incredible striking ability. However, Dober’s proven resilience in the later stages of fights could turn the tide if his opponent cannot keep up his early intensity.
The outcome of this fight may depend on whether Torres can capitalise on his superior striking and grappling stats before Dober finds his rhythm. With both fighters coming off losses, this contest is crucial for regaining momentum and confidence in their careers.
Torres enters the Octagon with an explosive offensive game, landing an impressive 7.17 strikes per minute and maintaining a 66% take-down accuracy. His fluid stance switching could throw off Dober’s southpaw defense and open up potential weaknesses.
Meanwhile, Dober’s southpaw stance and strategic approach could be the perfect counter to Torres’ aggression, provided he can manage the range and utilise his 51% defensive rate to withstand the pressure.
※ Current Odds Date & Time: March 26th, 12:00 AM (GMT)
Torres isn’t merely a contender hoping for a breakthrough—he’s a real threat. Although he has just three UFC victories under his belt, the Mexican fighter has already made a name for himself by stopping rising lightweights Chris Duncan and Nikolas Motta. At 30, Torres is younger, more dynamic, and has a dangerous finishing instinct that makes him a formidable opponent.
However, Torres’ aggression can be a double-edged sword. If Torres traps Dober in the clinch and imposes his will, he could wear him out. But if he’s too reckless, Dober’s accuracy and poise could lead to a knockout finish. As the odds suggest, this should be a close fight, but we’re putting our faith in the experienced Dober.
Best Rugby League Predictions This Week
Newcastle Knights will enjoy a bye week, but the rest of the NRL will return to action for the fourth week of the season. Let’s have a look at our NRL betting tips for this round:
Sydney Roosters vs. Gold Coast Titans – Roosters -6.0 @ 1.806
For the first time since the venue opened in 2022, the Sydney Roosters welcome the Gold Coast Titans to Allianz Stadium.
Following their remarkable win against Penrith, the Roosters had a disappointing 14-6 loss to the Warriors in Auckland last Friday. The Titans, on the other hand, reacted to their loss to Canterbury with a commanding 26-6 victory over Newcastle, and pushed their way into the top eight.
The loss in Auckland was not the only Roosters setback; Connor Watson was declared out due to a concussion. In the starting lineup, Zach Dockar-Clay will take his spot.
The Titans have also been dealt a blow, with fullback Keano Kini sidelined due to a neck injury. Jaylan De Groot will take his place, making his second appearance in first grade after debuting in 2025. The rest of the squad remains unchanged from last week’s win over Newcastle.
The Roosters’ last outing at Allianz Stadium saw them concede 50 points in a heavy season-opening loss to the Broncos. But their form has picked up significantly since then, with a spectacular win over the Panthers and a narrow loss to the Warriors, where they made 448 tackles and missed only 33.
Had their ball handling been more clinical in Auckland, they could’ve come away with the win. Back at home, they’ll be full of confidence in their ability to replicate their strong performance from a fortnight ago and claim their second win of the season.
※ Current Odds Date & Time: March 26th, 12:00 AM (GMT)
The Roosters have dominated this fixture, winning 17 of their 25 encounters since the Titans joined the competition in 2007. The Roosters have also won 11 consecutive matches, with an average winning margin of 16 points.
Although the Titans won in four of their seven trips at the old Sydney Football Stadium, they haven’t defeated the Roosters away from the Gold Coast since 2013.
We are confident that the Roosters will cover a -6 handicap in this match.
Redcliffe Dolphins vs. Brisbane Broncos – Broncos -13.0 @ 1.917
The Dolphins are aiming to repeat last year’s stunning performance as they target a second consecutive win in the Battle for Brisbane. However, Kristian Woolf’s team will need a drastic improvement in form to match their dominant 40-6 triumph, as they’re still seeking their first victory of the current season.
After losing all three of their games so far, the Dolphins’ best showing came in a strong first half during their loss to the Wests Tigers at Kayo Stadium last weekend. On top of their post-Wayne Bennett struggles, stats show that just four of 24 teams with an 0-3 start since 2013 have reached the finals. With the upcoming run of opponents, it might be a while before they secure their first win.
Brisbane regained their winning touch with a 26-16 victory over the Cowboys last Friday and are eager to make it two in a row against their in-state rivals. The Broncos’ loss to the Dolphins last year marked their first in the Battle for Brisbane, and it’s still a painful memory.
※ Current Odds Date & Time: March 26th, 12:00 AM (GMT)
The odds are stacked against the Dolphins this Friday: the Broncos have won 10 straight Friday games at Suncorp Stadium against Queensland teams and 27 of their last 30.
The Dolphins have also struggled on Fridays, losing six of their last seven and failing to win any of their last four Friday games at Suncorp. With a post-Bennett hangover to boot, things aren’t looking promising for the Dolphins.
The Broncos should be able to cover a -13 spread against their Brisbane rivals comfortably.
St. George Illawarra Dragons vs. Melbourne Storm – Dragons to Win @ 3.040
The Dragons will return from their round two break to respond to their narrow one-point defeat to the Rabbitohs as they prepare to host the league leaders. It was a match they should have won, having been 24-12 up early in the second half. It seemed like they lost focus once they built a 12-point lead, which likely explains why Shane Flanagan was so frustrated.
There were still some encouraging signs for the Dragons. Clint Gutherson is justifying his signing, while Tyrell Sloan’s double suggests he may have found a spot on the wing. The Dragons must maintain their intensity for the entire 80 minutes and not ease off when they go ahead.
The Storm had an opportunity to seek redemption for their grand final defeat to the Panthers as they faced the reigning premiers last week. Craig Bellamy’s men made it count.
Just minutes into the match, Panthers’ half Nathan Cleary took a head knock and was ruled out after failing his HIA. The Panthers did not surrender and put up a solid fight, but the Storm grinded out the win still.
Melbourne will be without their star play-maker this week, as Jahrome Hughes is sidelined with a broken hand. Tyran Wishart steps into the halfback role. Nick Meaney is out with a jaw injury, and Grant Anderson comes in to replace him.
Will Warbrick makes his return from injury on the wing, while Nelson Asofa-Solomona is absent due to concussion protocols. Lazarus Vaalepu takes his place on the bench, with Bronson Garlick also joining the reserves.
※ Current Odds Date & Time: March 26th, 12:00 AM (GMT)
The Dragons will look to capitalise on the key injuries the Storm have heading into this match. They have won three of their last four games against the Melbourne side at Netstrata Jubilee Stadium. This is a risky call, but we believe the Dragons can tame the Storm on Saturday.
Best Football Predictions This Week
The international break is over, so it’s back to business as usual— or is it? This week, our football picks include one from the Championship and two from the Turkish top flight.
Sheffield United vs. Coventry City – Sheffield 1-0 Coventry @ 7.900
After the final international break of the season, Sheffield United and Coventry City will square off at Bramall Lane on Friday in a vital clash at the top end of the Championship. The Blades are in the automatic promotion spots, with only a two-point cushion over third-placed Burnley, while Coventry have risen to fifth, leading the playoff pack by the same margin.
Following a tough home loss to league leaders Leeds United in late February, their sixth league loss of the season, the Blades quickly found their rhythm again. Before the international break, they pieced together an impressive four-match unbeaten streak, including three wins. More recently, they overcame Queens Park Rangers and Preston North End, bringing their tally to six wins in seven games, with just the one loss.
Yet, they still have only a narrow two-point lead over third-placed Burnley in the intense promotion chase. With eight matches left, they’ll be eager to take another step toward an immediate top-flight return with a home victory on Friday to take back top spot.
It won’t be easy, though, as the visitors arrive in strong form, also in the hunt for promotion this season. Following a tough start to their latest Championship campaign and the departure of long-time manager Mark Robins, Coventry City turned to Frank Lampard in late November, and he led them on a striking ascent up the standings, taking them into the top six.
Since Lampard took charge, Coventry City have gathered 42 points from 21 league matches, with 13 wins and only five defeats. Remarkably, 10 of those wins have come in their last 12 outings since mid-January.
※ Current Odds Date & Time: March 26th, 12:00 AM (GMT)
With both sides in fine form and eager to secure three points in their promotion bids, we can expect a hard-fought, tight encounter at Bramall Lane on Friday. In one of their biggest tests of recent months, we give the Blades the edge, predicting they’ll use their defensive resolve to notch an 11th 1-0 victory of the season, and a seventh on home soil.
Bodrumspor vs. Fenerbahce – Both Teams to Score & Fenerbahce to Win @ 3.840
Bodrumspor wants to boost their chances of survival and deal a blow to Fenerbahce’s title hopes when they welcome the Yellow Canaries at the Grey Beton Bodrum Stadyumu.
The hosts are one place and three points above the relegation zone, while the visitors are trailing Galatasaray by nine points, after slipping up before the international break.
Jose Morais has orchestrated an amazing turnaround at Bodrumspor, with the newly promoted side changing from relegation contenders to a team characterised by their tenacity, especially at the back.
While staying unbeaten in their previous eight matches, Morais’ team has been rock-solid at the back, tallying six-straight league clean sheets—seven across all competitions.
Bodrumspor faces their sternest test under Morais against Fenerbahce, but their improved defensive resilience should provide belief. This will likely be a very different contest from their 2-0 loss in the reverse fixture.
Fenerbahce are still feeling the frustration of a goalless home draw against Samsunspor. They dominated with 26 shots—six on target—and played the final 15 minutes with a numerical advantage but couldn’t break the deadlock.
Though they still have a game in hand, the draw set Fenerbahce’s title chase back by nine points to Galatasaray. Jose Mourinho’s team has under-performed in important games this season, earning only four points from a possible 18 against Eyupspor, Besiktas, Samsunspor, and Galatasaray.
※ Current Odds Date & Time: March 26th, 12:00 AM (GMT)
Fenerbahce face a tough test here, having struggled in attack last time out despite gaining a numerical advantage, while Bodrumspor’s defensive resilience under Morais adds another layer of difficulty.
That said, the visitors boast undeniable quality, and the international break may have given them the chance to refine their attacking play. With that in mind, we back Fenerbahce to outscore Bodrum in this match.
Konyaspor vs. Gaziantep – Draw @ 3.050
Konyaspor took a major step toward safety before the international break, and they’ll be eager to keep that positive run going when they face an in-form Gaziantep at the Torku Arena in Friday’s round 29 fixture.
The hosts gave their survival hopes a major lift by grinding out a 1-0 win over Besiktas, pushing their relegation buffer to four points, whereas the visitors are closing in on the top four with their superb recent form.
Konyaspor displayed remarkable resilience in their vital win over Besiktas before the break, with the manner of their victory proving just as significant as the result.
Down to 10 men from the 27th minute after Melih Bostan’s dismissal, the Anatolian Eagles still found a way to break the deadlock just before half-time, courtesy of a stunning free-kick from Ugurcan Yazgili.
The team’s resolve was pushed to its limits when Alassane Ndao was sent off in the 67th minute, leaving them down to nine men for the rest of the match. Yet, Recep Ucar’s side managed to hang on for a crucial three points, which lifted them to 31 points—four points above Sivasspor, currently in the first relegation spot.
Gaziantep, on the other hand, will be looking to secure their first victory at the Torku Arena since 2022. Selcuk Inan’s team has enjoyed their best run of the season so far, with three straight league wins, including a 1-0 win over Kayserispor before the break, following earlier triumphs against Besiktas (2-1 away) and Eyupspor (3-1 at home).
※ Current Odds Date & Time: March 26th, 12:00 AM (GMT)
Gaziantep’s momentum seems unstoppable right now, but their away form still raises concerns, with struggles on the road throughout much of the season. Nonetheless, after a solid away win recently, they should have enough quality to at least secure a point against a Konyaspor side that’s been inconsistent but will be motivated to build on their impressive last outing. We foresee a draw in this one.
The Best Bets to Make This Week
Let’s have a look at our picks for this week one last time before we wrap up. Here they are:
- Luke Littler vs. Stephen Bunting – under 8.5 @ 2.140
- Gerwyn Price vs. Rob Cross – over 9.5 @ 1.892
- Luke Humphries vs. Chris Dobey – Dobey to win @ 2.730
- Manuel Torres vs. Drew Dober – Dober to win @ 1.934
- Sydney Roosters vs. Gold Coast Titans – Roosters -6.0 @ 1.806
- Redcliffe Dolphins vs. Brisbane Broncos – Broncos -13.0 @ 1.917
- St. George Illawarra Dragons vs. Melbourne Storm – Dragons to win @ 3.040
- Sheffield United vs. Coventry City – Sheffield 1-0 Coventry @ 7.900
- Bodrumspor vs. Fenerbahce – both teams to score & Fenerbahce to win @ 3.840
- Konyaspor vs. Gaziantep – draw @ 3.050
Lampard has made Coventry a formidable form since taking charge of the club. However, it will be tough for them to break down a resilient Sheffield side away from home.
The Blades have won 10 games this season by a 1-0 margin, and we think this match has all the ingredients for another marginal victory. That’s what prompted us to predict the 1-0 scoreline and expect a near eight-fold return at bookmaker Pinnacle.
