Jonny Clayton vs Dom Taylor Prediction & Betting Tips - World Darts Championship
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by Devesh Jaganath | in PDC World Darts Championship Predictions
The final match of Saturday’s Round 2 action at the 2026 PDC World Darts Championship will see Jonny Clayton taking on Dom Taylor. The winner of this match between The Ferret and The Tower will meet either Michael Smith or Niels Zonneveld in the third round. Let’s get into the match prediction.
Jonny Clayton got his World Championship run started by beating Adam Lipscombe 3-1 in the opening round. He reached the last 16 of this competition last year and will be eyeing another deep run.
The Ferret produced solid scoring in the first round, averaging 92.53 and pinning four 180s. He recorded a highest checkout of 145, but was slightly below his best on the outer ring (34.38%).
Clayton has won just four of his last 10 matches in all competitions, but has beaten this opponent in both of their previous encounters.
Meanwhile, Dom Taylor enjoyed an incredible Ally Pally debut, producing a commanding victory in his opening match, beating Oskar Lukasiak 3-0, while only dropping a single leg.
The Tower averaged 85.89 and recorded one 180. His strength was his closing, converting 9/19 (47.37%) checkout attempts, including a highest checkout of 114.
Taylor has split his last 10 matches, five wins and five defeats. His most recent loss against Clayton was at the Players Championship 30 in October.
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Jonny Clayton - Dom Taylor Key Points
- Jonny Clayton is ranked fifth in the PDC Order of Merit.
- Jonny Clayton reached the last 16 in this competition last year.
- Jonny Clayton has won multiple major televised titles.
- Jonny Clayton has won his two previous matches against this opponent.
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Our Jonny Clayton vs Dom Taylor Prediction
Dom Taylor could hardly have dreamed of a better Ally Pally debut, as he delivered a commanding performance against Oskar Lukasiak, dropping only a single leg en route to victory.
However, with respect to Lukasiak, Jonny Clayton is a far better player. The Ferret has a knack for turning up in big moments and reached the last 16 here in the 2025 edition. He has beaten this opponent already this year, and we fancy him to get the result in this one as well. Our Jonny Clayton vs Dom Taylor prediction is Jonny Clayton wins.
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