Gerwyn Price is expected to come through his Monday night World Matchplay tie with Martin Schindler, with the Welshman also tipped to land the most 180s in the match.
It is a prediction built on Price’s scoring power rather than any sense that he needs to be at his very best to win. He has not hidden his lack of motivation this season, but that has not stopped him from producing strong numbers and collecting two titles already.
Price still brings a heavyweight scoring game
That is why the 11/10 angle on Price to win and hit the most maximums has appeal. Even in a season where he has admitted his desire has not always been at the highest level, he remains one of the most dangerous scorers on the circuit.
The reference point is simple: when Price is rhythmically sharp, he can pile in the 180s quickly and make life difficult for any opponent. Schindler will need to live with that pressure from the first few legs if he is to make the contest competitive.
Schindler faces a difficult Blackpool test
Schindler’s Winter Gardens record adds another layer to the case. He has lost all four of his previous matches at the venue, which makes this a tough assignment even before Price’s scoring is taken into account.
Monday night’s 2026 Betfred World Matchplay continues in Blackpool, with the market pointing towards a Price win and a strong maximum count. In a match where momentum can swing quickly, the Welshman’s heavier scoring still looks like the clearest edge.
It is not being suggested that Price has been flawless this year. It is simply that, even with motivation questions hanging over him, his level remains high enough to justify backing him in a match-up like this.
