Will The Giant Confirm the Change in Power?
Michael van Gerwen was long considered the undisputed number one in the sport of darts. That aura still surrounds Mighty Mike. Recently, however, the once-shiny veneer has sustained a few scratches. Not only has Gian van Veen overtaken his compatriot in the world rankings, but he also arrives in Dublin as a major champion and World Championship finalist, while MvG has recently struggled with health setbacks and fluctuations in form. Against this backdrop, the prediction that The Giant will continue his winning streak and win the duel for Dutch supremacy in the match between Gian van Veen and Michael van Gerwen is certainly a popular choice.
In the current season alone, Gian van Veen has impressed with a double hit rate of over 45 percent and a scoring average that consistently places him among the elite. Michael van Gerwen, on the other hand, lost four Premier League matches in a row and appeared unusually vulnerable on the double fields during his most recent appearances. Since van Veen also won the last major semifinal at the European Championship against his compatriot, the psychological advantage clearly lies with the 23-year-old youngster. We therefore see the greatest value in betting that the new Dutch number one can put Mighty Mike in his place in Dublin.
Alternatively, a bet on the maximum points haul is a good option. Both Van Veen and Van Gerwen are known for their fast-paced style, which often results in a veritable flood of 180s. GVV alone hit the “Big Fish” finish three times at the last World Championship and boasts a “First 9” average of over 105 points. If MvG finds his scoring touch despite his slump, the 5.5 maximum finish mark in the match will be quickly surpassed.
Since we expect a bit more from The Giant here, we recommend betting that van Veen will throw over 2.5 180s. For this, the bet365 app lists odds of 1.77 for Gian van Veen vs. Michael van Gerwen. Meanwhile, Betano is offering 2.22 for the prediction that the 23-year-old will throw the most 180s in this Dutch duel.
Gian van Veen – Michael van Gerwen Head-to-Head Record
Head to Head: 3:7
The two athletes have faced off at the oche ten times already, and at least in their head-to-head record, Mighty Mike still leads his up-and-coming compatriot with seven wins. Michael van Gerwen also won both of their previous meetings in 2026, though he did suffer a 9-11 defeat to Gian van Veen last fall in the pivotal European Championship semifinal.
Gian van Veen – Michael van Gerwen Prediction
Even the top bookmakers see Gian van Veen as the favorite for the first time in Dublin against the former king of darts. The youngster’s statistical superiority—particularly in terms of effective double rate (54.64 percent to 45.4 percent)—is also the deciding factor for us in predicting a victory for The Giant in the Gian van Veen vs. Michael van Gerwen matchup. While Mighty Mike is also up against the wall in the Premier League standings, GVV plays with the ease of a major champion and World Championship finalist.
Although Mighty Mike is always good for a burst of performance in Dublin, the current consistency clearly favors the 23-year-old rising star. We’re betting on a win for The Giant, as he simply offers the more complete package in the “Dutch Derby” at the moment.
