Michael Smith believes that he is facing the world's current best player, Jonny Clayton, as he enters a must-win Cazoo Premier League night in Sheffield.
James Wade will not compete in Thursday's Cazoo Premier League at the Utilita Arena in Sheffield on Thursday as he continues his recovery from illness.
Jonny Clayton won his fourth Cazoo Premier League success of 2022 and secured a Play-Off place as he defeated Michael van Gerwen 6-3 in the Night 13 final in Glasgow.