Michael Smith moved into the semi-finals of the Melbourne Darts Masters after producing a brilliant comeback win against Rob Cross.
The reigning world champion took a 4-1 lead with a 150 checkout, but Smith hit back with a 132 finish and reduced the deficit to 6-5. However, 'Bullyboy' missed one chance to level the match in the twelfth leg. Cross took out 84 to continue his advantage and led with 8-5 and 9-6.
Smith threw two ton plus finishes and a 99 checkout to force a legdecider, but 'Voltage' had the advantage to start the last leg. Cross left 83 after twelve darts, but missed the bullseye to claim the win. Smith stepped in and hit a stunning 122 finish to beat the world number three.
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Saturday August 11
Schedule of Play
Quarter-Finals
Rob Cross (96.57) 9-10 (100.33) Michael Smith
11:10 Peter Wright v Raymond van Barneveld
12:10 Gary Anderson v Damon Heta
13:10 Michael van Gerwen v Simon Whitlock
Best of 19 legs
https://twitter.com/DartsMelbourne/status/1028220384473112581
Smith threw two ton plus finishes and a 99 checkout to force a legdecider, but 'Voltage' had the advantage to start the last leg. Cross left 83 after twelve darts, but missed the bullseye to claim the win. Smith stepped in and hit a stunning 122 finish to beat the world number three.
Click here for more information about this tournament.
Saturday August 11
Schedule of Play
Quarter-Finals
Rob Cross (96.57) 9-10 (100.33) Michael Smith
11:10 Peter Wright v Raymond van Barneveld
12:10 Gary Anderson v Damon Heta
13:10 Michael van Gerwen v Simon Whitlock
Best of 19 legs
https://twitter.com/DartsMelbourne/status/1028220384473112581
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