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José de Sousa vs Michael Smith: Head to Head

José de Sousa 1, Michael Smith 3 in 4 televised meetings. They last met in the 2024 World Series of Darts Finals, Michael Smith winning 6-5.

When could they meet next?

No meeting is confirmed yet. The next chance on TV is the European Championship, 22 to 25 October 2026, if both are in the field.

Who would win now?

38%José de Sousa 62%Michael Smith

José de Sousa is rated 1562 and Michael Smith 1699 in our darts ratings. The percentages are our estimate for a match between them today, not a tip.

Averages when they meet

José de Sousa has averaged 98.8 against Michael Smith (best 103.0); Michael Smith has averaged 98.0 (best 101.8).

The rivalry in numbers

They first met at the 2020 Grand Slam of Darts. 1 of the 4 went to a deciding leg or set. Michael Smith has won the last 3.

Every televised meeting

YearEventWinnerScoreAverages
2024World Series of Darts FinalsMichael Smith5-6 96.2 / 94.6
2021World MatchplayMichael Smith11-13 97.7 / 99.7
2020Players Championship FinalsMichael Smith7-10 103.0 / 101.8
2020Grand Slam of DartsJosé de Sousa16-14 98.5 / 95.7

Scores read José de Sousa first. Only televised majors are counted.

José de Sousa · Michael Smith · Darts ratings

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