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Luke Littler eyes world number one spot by year's end

"I've looked at the rankings – I’m provisionally number one for the World Championship if Luke doesn't defend all that prize money,” he said, casually eyeing top spot.

Darts World

Biggest changes on the PDC Main OoM after World Matchplay

There were some big rankings jumps and falls for players.

Alex Walsh

Mike De Decker darts walk-on song: Details on "Three Little Birds" by Bob Marley and the Wailers

Who doesn't love a little Bob Marley?

Alex Walsh

Luke Littler chases Luke Humphries in darts' million-pound race

Luke Littler is hot on Luke Humphrey's heels in the race to be world No.1

Toby Coxon

Women's World Matchplay: Ashton adds PDC silverware to her extensive collection

Lisa Ashton added the PDC Women’s World Matchplay title to her already overcrowded trophy cabinet with a thrilling 6–5 victory over inaugural winner Fallon Sherrock...

Darts World

Luke Littler vs. James Wade 2025 World Matchplay of Darts final results and score: Littler completes Triple Crown with first Matchplay title

Luke Littler has done it.

Alex Walsh

Luke Littler and James Wade in PDC major final, rinse, repeat and preview

This evening's clash is between a highly decorated former champion, James Wade, and reigning World Champion, Luke Littler....

Darts World

When does Luke Littler play in the final of the 2025 World Matchplay of Darts?

Luke Littler is looking to win his first World Matchplay title.

Alex Walsh

Watch: Luke Littler hits crazy 9-darter in van Gerwen/Smith-esque leg

They were both on nines!!!

Alex Walsh

2025 World Matchplay of Darts Day 8 final results, scores, schedule and bracket: Luke Littler hits nine-darter in win, faces James Wade Sunday in final

The semifinals featured two of the greatest games we have ever seen in Blackpool.

Alex Walsh

Watch: Josh Rock eliminates Gerwyn Price with breathtaking 164 checkout

Josh Rock capped off an incredible performance with a fitting 164 checkout.

Alex Walsh

2025 World Matchplay of Darts Day 7 final results, scores, schedule and bracket: Josh Rock sets up clash with Littler, wins on 164 checkout

Day 7 continued what has been an entertaining week at the World Matchplay of Darts.

Alex Walsh

When does Luke Littler play in semifinals at 2025 World Matchplay of Darts?

Luke Littler is onto yet another round of the 2025 World Matchplay.

Alex Walsh

2025 World Matchplay of Darts: Draw, schedule, prize money and format explained

We have some entertaining first-round matchups lined up.

Alex Walsh

Watch: Luke Littler sets new 180 record for a World Matchplay quarterfinal game

Luke Littler's scoring made him a huge threat against Gilding.

Alex Walsh

Watch: Luke Littler secures first career World Matchplay semifinal appearance, with win over Gilding

Luke Littler is up for the task at the World Matchplay of Darts.

Alex Walsh

Watch: James Wade one step closer to World Matchplay final, after win over van Veen

James Wade ended Gian van Veen's title hopes in their quarterfinal match on Thursday.

Alex Walsh

Watch: Johnny Clayton eliminates Stephen Bunting in World Matchplay quarterfinal

Jonny Clayton had himself a day against one of the tournament favorites, Stephen Bunting.

Alex Walsh

2025 World Matchplay of Darts Day 6 final results, scores, schedule and bracket: Jonny Clayton and James Wade set up semifinal clash

Day 6 featured two veterans dismantling their opponents in their quarterfinal matches.

Alex Walsh

PDC darts superstars - Stephen Bunting career highlights, key facts and things to know

With a smooth throw and level temperament, Bunting had long been considered a major talent, and his switch to the PDC later that same year was met with high expectations.

Darts World

Littler escapes defeat as Wattimena wobbles in Blackpool classic

At 7-2 down, it looked like Littler’s Matchplay dreams were being bundled into the back of a Blackpool Uber. Wattimena was cruising – full of bounce, belief, and bang-on scoring. He strutted around like a man who’d finally cracked the Littler code...

Darts World

2025 World Matchplay of Darts quarter-final predictions and betting

Only eight players remain in the World Matchplay. The Sporting News has all the best predictions as the quarter-finals get underway.

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When does Luke Littler play in quarterfinals at 2025 World Matchplay?

Luke Littler is set to play in his first career World Matchplay quarterfinal.

Alex Walsh

Watch: Gerwyn Price averages nearly 109 in win over Chris Dobey at World Matchplay

Gerwyn Price showed tonight why he's one of the favorites to win it all.

Alex Walsh

Watch: Andrew Gilding beats Dirk van Duijvenbode averaging 100+ at World Matchplay

Andrew Gilding had himself at day at the World Matchplay.

Alex Walsh

Watch: Michael van Gerwen forces tiebreaker with epic 138 finish at World Matchplay

Michael van Gerwen was clutch with this timely ton-plus checkout.

Alex Walsh

Watch: Luke Littler wins despite five leg deficit, beats Wattimena at World Matchplay

Littler fought back from down 7-2 to win a thriller.

Alex Walsh

Watch: Josh Rock knocks out Michael van Gerwen in 2025 World Matchplay of Darts thriller

Michael van Gerwen and Josh Rock produced one of the games of the tournament.

Alex Walsh

2025 World Matchplay of Darts Day 5 final results, scores, schedule and bracket: Luke Littler and Josh Rock comeback in tiebreak thrillers

Day 5 featured two of the best games of the 2025 World Matchplay of Darts.

Alex Walsh

The Triple Crown club: Darts’ most exclusive quartet

...there exists a hallowed club [in darts]. A sacred fraternity if you will. To date, only four men have ever won the sport’s Triple Crown: the World Championship, the Premier League, and the World Matchplay...

Darts World

Michael Van Gerwen's honest truth: Darts waits for no legend

Michael Van Gerwen has spoken about his career longevity and his pursuit to stay at the top.

Toby Coxon

2025 World Matchplay of Darts Day 4 final results, scores, schedule and bracket: Stephen Bunting goes eight into nine-darter in all-time classic win against Gary Anderson

Day 4 was filled with drama, including the game of the tournament so far.

Alex Walsh

When does Luke Littler play in round two at 2025 World Matchplay of Darts?

Littler is looking to follow up an incredible performance from round one.

Alex Walsh

Ladies Fourth: PDC Women’s World Matchplay returns with star-studded line-up

The stakes are high, with the winner earning a coveted spot in both the 2025 Grand Slam of Darts and the 2026 PDC World Championship...

Darts World

2025 World Matchplay of Darts Day 3 final results, scores, schedule and bracket: van Gerwen beats van Barneveld in potential last Matchplay clash

Day 3 featured entertaining contests from Josh Rock and Gerywn Price, to cap off the first round.

Alex Walsh

Watch: Mike De Decker hits insane 148 checkout to beat Dave Chisnall at World Matchplay

Mike De Decker picked up a huge first career win in Blackpool on Sunday.

Alex Walsh

Watch: Gary Anderson picks up comfortable win over Luke Woodhouse at World Matchplay

The Flying Scotsman played very well in his first round game.

Alex Walsh

Watch: Jonny Clayton beats Martin Schindler in high standard game at World Matchplay

Clayton and Schindler played so well, it was a shame someone had to go home.

Alex Walsh

Watch: Stephen Bunting survives first round thriller against Ryan Joyce

Stephen Bunting was able to grab the first of hopefully many wins this week.

Alex Walsh

Watch: Luke Littler averages 109 in win against Ryan Searle

What a day it was for Littler on Sunday.

Alex Walsh

Luke Littler eyes triple crown glory after blistering Blackpool start

If Littler manages it in a week’s time, he won’t just break the record for the youngest ever to do so – he’ll do it by a country mile...

Darts World

Gary Anderson longs for darts' 'good old days' after Blackpool win

Gary Anderson longs for the darts 'good old days', saying all the young players just sit on their phones.

Toby Coxon

2025 World Matchplay of Darts Day 2 final results, scores, schedule and bracket: Luke Littler shines on Day 2, picks up first career win at Matchplay

Day 2 of the World Matchplay was full of surprises and entertaining action.

Alex Walsh

Watch: Jermaine Wattimena beats Peter Wright for first career World Matchplay of Darts win

Jermaine Wattimena can check a win in Blackpool off his bucket list.

Alex Walsh

Watch: Dirk van Duijvenbode hits incredible top-tops 137 checkout at World Matchplay

Dirk van Duijvenbode was showing off on this 137 finish.

Alex Walsh

Watch: Dirk van Duijvenbode makes insane comeback to eliminate Rob Cross at World Matchplay

The 2019 World Matchplay champion is out!

Alex Walsh

Watch: Andrew Gilding eliminates #7 seed Damon Heta at 2025 World Matchplay of Darts

Heta and Gilding were both in top form in their match.

Alex Walsh

Watch: Luke Humphries hits electric 146 checkout to take lead against Gian van Veen

Humphries may have lost the game, but this was a crazy checkout to end session #1.

Alex Walsh

Watch: Nathan Aspinall drops to world number 23 in loss to Wessel Nijman at 2025 World Matchplay of Darts

It was far from an ideal World Matchplay campaign for Nathan Aspinall.

Alex Walsh

Can Clayton claim Wales' first PDC World Matchplay crown?

...when it comes to the Winter Gardens, Jonny has stayed until the very end once – and on all other occasions, beat the postcards home...

Darts World

Watch: James Wade puts up best career World Matchplay average to beat Joe Cullen

James Wade appears to be a real threat after a statement win against Joe Cullen.

Alex Walsh

Watch: Danny Noppert takes down Cameron Menzies in first round of 2025 World Matchplay of Darts

Danny Noppert is through to the second round.

Alex Walsh

2025 World Matchplay of Darts Day 1 final results, scores, schedule and bracket: Gian van Veen & Wessel Nijman upset Luke Humphries & Nathan Aspinall

Some huge names were eliminated already on Day 1.

Alex Walsh

Watch: Gian van Veen knocks out reigning World Matchplay of Darts champion Luke Humphries

Luke Humphries had a very short 2025 World Matchplay campaign.

Alex Walsh

Watch: Cameron Menzies busts score with accidental 180 at 2025 World Matchplay of Darts

Cameron Menzies wasn't very focused here.

Alex Walsh

Forever First: Larry Butler's inaugural PDC World Matchplay triumph

The Bald Eagle says memories of winning the very first World Matchplay in 1994 come flooding back every year when he sees the Winter Gardens stage...

Darts World

When does Luke Littler play at the 2025 World Matchplay of Darts?

Luke Littler is searching for his first World Matchplay win this week.

Alex Walsh

2025 World Matchplay of Darts expert predictions and betting

There could be some high seeds going home early based on our expert picks for the 2025 World Matchplay of Darts. Alex Walsh gives you the full lowdown.

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Rockstar Cullen looks for a rinse and repeat of his 2023 Blackpool bonanza

Darts World caught up with Cullen ahead of the curtain-raiser to get his thoughts on... kicking off the biggest event of the summer:

Darts World

How to watch 2025 World Matchplay Darts

The 32nd edition of the World Matchplay Darts gets underway, and The Sporting News has all your TV and live streaming details as the action gets underway in Blackpool.

Abhinav Nair

World Matchplay champions: Marvels, memories, moments and Blackpool darts magic

Each has a claim to have contributed to one of the most prestigious and cherished events on the modern darts calendar. Here are some of our favourites:

Darts World

Matchplay memories: Adrian 'Jackpot' Lewis on Winter Gardens moments past and present

...few players have tangoed with tungsten in the Empress Ballroom as often as two-time World Champion Adrian Lewis...With over half of his trips to the Winter Gardens ending in at least a quarter-final, Lewis has been embroiled in some absolute belters...

Darts World

Phil Taylor has unbreakable leads in these World Matchplay of Darts stats

Phil Taylor has set a virtually impossible-to-beat standard.

Alex Walsh

Darting by numbers: World Matchplay facts, figures and numerical highlights

Like everything to do with darts you can get some wonderful insights through the simple numbers of any long lasting  event. With this years event due to start this weekend we thought we'd offer a few...

Darts World

PDC Darts 2026 World Championship dates & sessions revealed

A new format means more action!

Alex Walsh

PDC darts superstars - Michael van Gerwen career highlights, key facts and things to know

By 17, MVG was already making waves - winning the 2006 Winmau World Masters and hitting a televised nine-darter shortly thereafter. In 2007 he began to ply his trade in the Professional Darts Corporation...

Darts World

Five darts players who NEED to perform well at 2025 World Matchplay

There's a lot on the line for a handful of players at the World Matchplay.

Alex Walsh

PDC representatives announced for Australian Darts Masters & New Zealand Darts Masters

Some new names will be headed to the land down under.

Alex Walsh

Chris Dobey darts walk-on song: Details on "Hey Jude" by The Beatles

Dobey made a fantastic choice to switch his walk-on to "Hey Jude".

Alex Walsh

Four-Midable! Sevada writes his name into American darts history

...it looked like Sevada might need a wheelbarrow just to haul his expanding trophy haul back to Arizona. The red-hot marksman burst out of the blocks during Weekend #3...

Darts World

Underdogs with the best chance of going far at the 2025 World Matchplay of Darts

Some unseeded players could make major noise.

Alex Walsh

Darts stars in relegation trouble: The battle to stay on the PDC's Pro Tour

Celebrity, popularity or past achievements are no insurance against the cold reality of finishing outside that top echelon. Among 2025’s threatened names are...

Darts World

Gerwyn Price sets tone for World Matchplay of Darts after winning second title this week

Gerwyn Price just had an incredible week.

Alex Walsh

Germany's Martin Schindler & Niko Springer set to play in last 16 at Baltic Sea Darts Open

The two German stars will have a chance to win on Sunday in front of their home crowd.

Alex Walsh

Dirk van Duijvenbode dazzles on Baltic Sea's opening night

Dirk van Duijvenbode smashed through the 105 average mark as he dismantled Ryan Meikle in ruthless fashion.

Darts World

Van de Voort voices his views on the PDC's World Championship restructure

They’re amateurs. That means you should have to work your way up before playing at the World Championship. Frankly, they shouldn’t be there at all...

Darts World

The PDC World Matchplay: Ones to watch early on in the Winter Gardens

As the...event rolls into the Winter Gardens next week, bringing with it thirty-two dart-flinging hopefuls, £800,000 in prize money, and a strong scent of ambition, DW are going to suggest a few early match ups to keep an eye on.

Darts World

2025 Baltic Sea Darts Open: Draw, schedule, prize money and format explained

The European Tour returns this weekend!

Alex Walsh

Bradley Brooks has career day, wins Players Championship 21

Bradley Brooks was putting up insane averages.

Alex Walsh

These 3 major PDC stars didn't qualify for the 2025 World Matchplay of Darts

It will feel weird not seeing these players in Blackpool in two weeks.

Alex Walsh

Who qualified for the 2025 World Matchplay of Darts?

There are some iconic & new names competing at Blackpool this year.

Alex Walsh

The Heat is on: Damon Heta wins latest PDC Players Championship event

That set up a showdown with Stephen Bunting – a man who sees more finals than most but has been left holding the silver platter a few too many times....

Darts World

Watch: Damon Heta escapes with 8-7 victory over Stephen Bunting in Players Championship 20 final

Damon Heta won an absolute thriller against Stephen Bunting.

Alex Walsh

Watch: Josh Rock pins nine-dart finish at Players Championship 20

Josh Rock strikes perfection with an incredible nine-dart leg.

Alex Walsh

Mind your darts language: Technical terms and slang sayings to aid your viewing

Many are organic and were coined by players and watchers over the decades. Others have been popularised by TV commentators adding colour since the 1970s...

Darts World

PDC darts global report: Poland, Denmark and Singapore all host affiliate action

...two other PDC affiliated tour events were taking place thousands of miles apart. Such is the pace of modern Professional Darts Council affiliated activities.

Darts World

Watch Gerwyn Price hit double-double finish to secure title at 2025 Poland Darts Masters

What a finish!

Alex Walsh

Watch Luke Littler nail pair of 170 checkouts at Poland Darts Masters

He's incredible!

Alex Walsh

PDC darts superstars - Gerwyn Price career highlights, key facts and top stats to know

After a solid career in rugby union and league, he switched to darts in 2014 and quickly turned pro with a PDC Tour Card. His fiery competitive spirit and uncompromising attitude rapidly earned him a reputation.

Darts World

Tungsten Tourism: The PDC World Series of Darts and its glorious global circus

Enter the World Series of Darts – the PDC’s glitzy global tour that takes elite players, local hopefuls, and tungsten far and wide to promote the sport on other continents...

Darts World

2025 Poland Darts Masters Day 1 results, scores, schedule & bracket: Krzysztof Ratajski upset win in front of home crowd sets up match with Stephen Bunting

What a day it was!

Alex Walsh

The Mount Rushmore of darts: Barney thinks he’s earned his place The Mount Rushmore of darts: Barney thinks he’s earned his place

Three faces are essentially granite-certified: Eric Bristow, Phil Taylor, and Michael van Gerwen..."It's just probably me...I won five. So I think I belong in the top four.”..."

Darts World

How to watch 2025 Poland Darts Masters

The third edition of the Poland Darts Masters gets underway, and The Sporting News has all your TV and live streaming details as the action gets underway in Gilwice.

Abhinav Nair

2025 Poland Darts Masters: Draw, schedule, prize money and format explained

An exciting weekend ahead!

Alex Walsh

MODUS Super Series leg ends with nine-darter after Michael van Gerwen/Michael Smith-esque leg

I can't speak!!!

Alex Walsh

Former World Champion Rob Cross faces up to insolvency nightmare

"It’s me – no one else is to blame. If anything, I’m more surprised it took nearly two years to come out. The UK Government didn’t want me to go bankrupt, and rightly so..."

Darts World

Who is playing at the 2025 Poland Darts Masters?

There are just a few World Series of Darts events to go.

Alex Walsh

Professional darts: What is the PDC's World Matchplay event?

Inaugurated in 1994, The Matchplay, as it is known to fans, has been played in the same town, same venue, and almost exactly the same time, every year since...

Darts World

PDC Darts statistical leaders at halfway point of 2025

Who is performing well this year?

Alex Walsh

PDC Poland Darts Masters: Eastern European Stars Ready to Rumble

With World Series fever still glowing beneath the New York skyline, the PDC roadshow now rolls into Gliwice...

Darts World

The US Darts Masters: Humphries triumphs amid myriad tungsten tales

Host nation thrills, favourites coming a cropper, and sublime moments of darting skill were all present in the Big Apple...

Darts World

PDC darts superstars - Luke Humphries

How 'Cool Hand Luke' became the world's top-ranked player.

Darts World

Luke Littler, Luke Humphries in support of bigger/more darts events in the United States

Is this feasible?

Alex Walsh

Watch moment Nathan Aspinall denies Luke Littler of a semifinal appearance at 2025 U.S. Darts Masters

Nathan was on his game this tournament.

Alex Walsh

Watch moment when Luke Humphries wins first U.S. Darts Masters title

What a final game it was.

Alex Walsh

Watch moment when Michael van Gerwen wins first game back after month long break

The Green Machine is back.

Alex Walsh

Watch moment when American Jason Brandon knocks out Stephen Bunting at 2025 U.S. Darts Masters

The Americans were very fun to watch this weekend.

Alex Walsh

PDC darts (Part III): You too can become a professional darts player?

Welcome to Q-School, the gladiator arena for darting hopefuls. It's survival of the fittest. By that, we mean survival of the ones who are generally the best at darts...

Darts World

Watch moment when American Danny Lauby upsets reigning U.S. Darts Masters champion Rob Cross, in 6-0 win

No one saw this coming.

Alex Walsh

Watch moment when Luke Littler hits insane finish to clinch 2025 U.S. Darts Masters quarterfinal spot

He's a showman.

Alex Walsh

2025 U.S. Darts Masters Day 2 results: Humphries tops Aspinall in thrilling final

The second night of the U.S. Darts Masters somehow managed to top the first.

Alex Walsh

2025 North American Darts Championship final results, scores, schedule & bracket

A Canadian wins again.

Alex Walsh

Lauby at the US Darts Masters: Indiana Dan Cracks His Whip In The Garden

Indiana-born left-hander is preparing for his fourth bite of this cherry – three of those bites having been in the Big Apple itself...

Darts World

2025 U.S. Darts Masters Day 1 results, scores, schedule & bracket

What an opening night it was!

Alex Walsh

Explaining the significance of the U.S. Darts Masters and World Series of Darts

How much does it matter?

Alex Walsh

Lean, mean, green machine: Van Gerwen targets US Darts Masters hat-trick

As well as a slightly trimmer MVG, fans will notice a couple of cosmetic changes too – in both kit and equipment.

Darts World

How to watch 2025 US Darts Masters

The seventh edition of the US Darts Masters gets underway, and The Sporting News has all your TV and live streaming details as the action gets underway in New York.

Abhinav Nair

US Darts Masters - Solo in the city: Aspinall’s New York state of mind

Health, happiness and form are all pointing in the right direction. Now all The Asp needs is a little more success in the shape of silverware.

Darts World

2025 U.S. Darts Masters expert betting tips and predictions

Who will win it all in the Big Apple? Here's our take on the latest betting tips and predictions for the US Darts Masters.

Alex Walsh

2025 U.S Darts Masters: Draw, schedule, prize money and format explained

Who will win it all?

Alex Walsh

Where is the 2025 U.S. Darts Masters taking place?

It should be a fun one!

Alex Walsh

Humphries Eyes US Darts Masters Glory in the City That Never Sleeps

“Every tournament is special, but the US Masters is one of the biggest on the calendar. Out of all the World Series events, this is the one I really want to win...

Darts World

Price is right in NYC: Gezzy gears up for US Darts Masters glory

With three World Series tour titles and two Finals triumphs already to his name, Gezzy’s no tourist when it comes to globe-trotting for silverware – and he definitely didn’t fly across the pond just to grab a selfie with the Statue of Liberty....

Darts World

PDC darts (Part II): How does the system work? Events, qualification and more

Whether you're already hooked, newly converted, or just here to find out what the fuss is about, this quick guide should help you get to grips with the world of professional darts...

Darts World

Michael van Gerwen posts encouraging personal update

It's good to see Mighty Mike back in good spirits.

Alex Walsh

How to play 501: Basic rules, scoring and more

Let’s outline the basic framework and objectives for the most popular game in darts.

Darts World

Meet this weekend's US Darts Masters challengers: Part II

Could one of the North American eight go one better than Canadian Jeff Smith, who reached the final in 2023?

Darts World

Meet the North American darts stars taking on the big guns in Madison Square Garden

Now, let’s take a closer look at the first four North American boys who’ll be stepping up to challenge the big guns...

Darts World

Every PDC darts player's walk-on entrance song

Which is your favorite?

Alex Walsh

What is the PDC's World Cup of Darts? Updated and with new honor roll

From that point the World Cup of Darts underwent several incarnations. New formats, venues and then a fully revamped competition, as an exclusively pairs event...

Darts World

Could North America have already discovered its very own Luke Littler?

...who could well be the next breakthrough star from North America - the one to again, plant a Canadian flag on the global oche..?

Darts World

Is Michael van Gerwen back playing darts?

Mighty Mike might be back in elite form.

Alex Walsh

Watch moment James Wade breaks title drought with PC 19 win

What a day for The Machine.

Alex Walsh

5 Darts players under most pressure to perform well at upcoming tournaments

The darts calendar is starting to heat up.

Alex Walsh

PDC darts - A Global Sports Phenomenon (Part I): Where and how it all began

Like most successful commercial sports, darts has had a roller coaster ride of success and failure and its fair share of growing pains...Finally, in 1997 a legally enforceable compromise was reached...and the PROFESSIONAL DARTS CORPORATION was born.

Darts World

PDC's Euro Road Trip: Who’s off to the Baltic Sea (sort of) and Belgium

There were ten places up for grabs in each qualifier - firstly, for the Baltic Sea Darts Open, which takes place next month...The other was for the Flanders Darts Trophy, hosted where it should be - in Antwerp...

Darts World

Darts legend wouldn't return to the PDC Premier League if asked

But with the glittering years behind him and the twilight of his career on the horizon, how does he really feel about still mixing it with the elite?

Darts World

Darts 2025 World Matchplay qualification race breakdown

It's going to be a fun next few weeks.

Alex Walsh

Luke Littler fires back at darts legend's critical comments

The tension...

Alex Walsh

The Machine purrs to Players Championship 19 success in Leicester

One of the most decorated players of the modern era produced a series of vintage displays to claim victory, ending a wait of almost three years for a PDC ranking title.

Darts World

Machine Gun and The Bullet in Players Championship 18 shootout

Stephen Bunting recorded a succession of standout performances to clinch his fourth PDC title of 2025.

Darts World

North American representation increased at updated PDC Darts World Championship

The annual darting extravaganza will see a record-breaking 128-player field with a significant boost for North American hopefuls...

Darts World

Dobey claims Players Championship 17 as World Matchplay qualification race hots up

‘Hollywood’ Chris Dobey claimed the latest Players Championship title of the season, but nearly tore up his own script as Dirk van Duijvenbode came close to pulling off a remarkable comeback...

Darts World

Which top stars will be appearing at the 2025 U.S. Darts Masters?

This should be very exciting.

Alex Walsh

World Cup of Darts Winner's Club: Northern Ireland become sixth member

Northern Ireland have at long last added their name to the roll of honour...Let’s have a glance at the club to which they have added their names.

Darts World

£5 million PDC World Darts Championship: New qualification structure unveiled

The PDC World Darts Championship 2025/26 will have a record-breaking 128-player field and an eye-watering £5 million prize fund, with £1 million reserved for the eventual winner.

Darts World

Northern Ireland's new history makers claim World Cup of Darts

It had all the makings of a blockbuster - and that’s exactly what unfolded. Northern Ireland raced into a 2-0 lead, the biggest margin until the very end...

Darts World

Moment Wales' Gerwyn Price hits this insane checkout to advance to 2025 World Cup of darts final

What a stacked final this finish set up.

Alex Walsh

Moment Northern Ireland won a last-leg decider in final to win country's first World Cup of Darts title

So much emotion.

Alex Walsh

Moment Northern Ireland crushed the hopes of Germany to advance to the 2025 World Cup of Darts final

What a weekend it was for Josh Rock & Daryl Gurney.

Alex Walsh

Northern Ireland's Josh Rock & Daryl Gurney win thriller against Wales in 2025 World Cup of Darts final

WHAT A MATCH!

Alex Walsh

2025 World Cup of Darts Day 4 final results, scores, schedule & bracket

A champion has been crowned!

Alex Walsh

Moment Germany pulled off massive upset in win against England at 2025 World Cup of Darts

What a performance by the Germans

Alex Walsh

World Cup of Darts Finals Day betting and latest odds

The World Cup of Darts has reached the final, and we have all the latest betting and odds here at The Sporting News as the title is decided.

Peter Marshall

2025 World Cup of Darts Day 3 final results, scores, schedule & bracket

It's knockout stage time.

Alex Walsh

Germany stun Luke Littler & Luke Humphries of England, eliminating them from 2025 World Cup of Darts

What did we just watch?

Alex Walsh

World Cup of Darts Day 3 betting and latest odds

The World Cup of Darts is underway, and we have all the latest betting and odds here at The Sporting News.

Peter Marshall

World Cup of Darts predictions, tips and latest betting odds

The World Cup of Darts is here, and The Sporting News brings you the best predictions, tips and odds ahead of the big event.

Peter Fitzpatrick

2025 World Cup of Darts knockout round-of-16 stage draw & reactions

Get your popcorn out, it's time for the drama to continue.

Alex Walsh

2025 World Cup of Darts Day 2 results, scores and group stage standings

12 teams will advance by the end of the night.

Alex Walsh

The Moment Japan upset Croatia in a dramatic comeback win at World Cup of Darts

Pure drama.

Alex Walsh

The moment Malaysia pick up first ever win at World Cup of Darts

History has been made.

Alex Walsh

Canada and the USA open their World Cup of Darts campaigns in Frankfurt

North America laboured on the opening night with both the United States and Canada struggling in their opening encounters...

Darts World

2025 World Cup of Darts Day 1 results, scores and group stage standings

Let the games begin!

Alex Walsh

How to watch 2025 World Cup of Darts

The 15th edition of the World Cup of Darts gets underway, and The Sporting News has all your TV and live streaming details as world champions England look to defend their 2024 title in Frankfurt.

Abhinav Nair

Will there be a 9-darter at the 2025 World Cup of Darts?

How awesome would that be?

Alex Walsh

World Cup of Darts: Maple leaves & American dreams are on again

USA and Canada have been ever-presents at the PDC World Cup of Darts. Both nations boast a quarter-final appearance as their best run to date.

Darts World

2025 World Cup of Darts group stage winner predictions

Should be a fun few days in Germany.

Alex Walsh

Countries with best chance to upset Luke Littler & Luke Humphries at World Cup of Darts

Can it be done?

Alex Walsh

PDC Women's Series: Beau Greaves sweeps clean in Milton Keynes

Greaves had already banked half a dozen before a dart was thrown this past weekend, and by the end of it, she’d stormed into double figures.

Darts World

Stephen Bunting darts walk-on song: Details on 'Titanium" by David Guetta featuring Sia

Might be the best song on the tour.

Alex Walsh

PDC darts players' nicknames, from Luke Littler to Michael van Gerwen

Who doesn't love a good nickname?

Alex Walsh

Stephen Bunting dominates in Nordic Darts Masters, wins second World Series of Darts event in 2025

Some bright spots in a rollercoaster year for 'The Bullet'.

Alex Walsh

2025 World Cup of Darts: Draw, schedule, prize money and format explained

This should be a fun four days.

Alex Walsh

The moment Luke Humphries defeats Luke Littler in 2025 Premier League Darts final

What a night.

Alex Walsh

Luke Humphries darts walk-on song: Details on the Kaiser Chiefs' 'I predict a riot'

Who doesn't love a good Cool Hand walk-on?

Alex Walsh

Nathan Aspinall doubles up on 2025 European Tour titles, wins European Darts Open

The Asp might be back.

Alex Walsh

Luke Humphries gets revenge on Luke Littler to win first Premier League Darts title

What a night in London.

Alex Walsh

Premier League Darts play-off night final results, scores and final table

It's go time.

Alex Walsh

PDC Premier League Darts play-offs and other events to be streamed on Peacock

This is exciting news!

Alex Walsh

Nathan Aspinall: The Premier League's Chuck Norris will not go quietly

...his charge toward Premier League glory tonight nothing short of astonishing. The man is basically held together by tape, grit, and a pathological refusal to lose.

Darts World

Premier League Darts Finals Night — all the best odds, tips and betting for O2 showdown

The Premier League Darts Finals Night is finally here, and The Sporting News has you covered with the best bets, offers, predictions and tips ahead of the action at the O2, London.

Peter Fitzpatrick

How to watch Premier League Darts 2025 in UK: Latest fixture schedule

TV channels and live streams to watch the Premier League Darts 2025 in UK. Here’s the latest fixtures and the upcoming schedule.

Abhinav Nair

How to watch Premier League Darts 2025 Finals night: Latest fixture schedule

TV channels and live streams to watch the Premier League Darts 2025 in the UK. Here are the latest fixtures and the upcoming schedule.

Abhinav Nair

Littler, Humphries in favor of a PDC darts royal rumble style tournament

This would be extremely fun to watch.

Alex Walsh

Premier League 2025 Night 17, the play-offs : And then there were four

Unsurprisingly, the teenage sensation enters the arena as the bookies favourite to retain his crown. But three players - each talented enough to derail the Littler Express - are ready to have their say...

Darts World

2025 Premier League Darts play-off night: match predictions and 3 storylines to watch

Who will take home some hardware?

Alex Walsh

PDC referee George Noble to retire after 2026 WC

A legend is calling it a career.

Alex Walsh

Comeback king Clayton claims PDC Dutch Darts Championship title

The popular Welshman also continued his love-affair with Rosmalen, extending his winning run at the Autotron to 12 matches...

Darts World

Young stars shine at PDC Dutch Darts Championship

The future of darts is in good hands.

Alex Walsh

Dutch Darts Championship Day 2: Humphries survives Menzies scare

World number one Humphries produced a stirring fightback to deny Menzies on a thrilling day of action in Rosmalen, overturning a 5-3 deficit to triumph

Darts World

Michael van Gerwen out indefinitely from PDC tournaments

The Dutch legend is taking a short hiatus.

Alex Walsh

Barneveld leads Dutch quartet's success at PDC's Dutch Darts Championship

Van Duijvenbode was one of four Dutch stars to triumph during an eventful opening day in Rosmalen, with Van Barneveld, Wessel Nijman and Jeffrey Sparidaans also celebrating victories.

Darts World

Aspinall shows his mettle to seal Premier League play-off place on Night 16

The assignment was simple enough  -  on paper, at least: beat Michael van Gerwen in his quarter-final and you’re off to London next Thursday....

Darts World

Premier League Darts Night 16 results, scores, final table and playoff matchups

What a week it was to close out the regular season of the 2025 Premier League of Darts.

Alex Walsh

Premier League Darts Night 16 predictions, tips and best bets for all the action in Sheffield

Night 16 of the Premier League Darts season is upon us, and The Sporting News brings you predictions, tips and the best bets for the action in Sheffield.

Peter Fitzpatrick

How to watch Premier League Darts 2025 Sheffield: Latest fixture schedule

TV channels and live streams to watch the Premier League Darts 2025 in the UK. Here are the latest fixtures and the upcoming schedule.

Abhinav Nair

Latest Premier League Darts winner odds, betting for 2025 season

The Premier League Darts season is in full swing. Here are the latest prices and betting markets on outright winner and more.

Peter Marshall

MVG and Aspinall in final night battle for Premier League play-off spot

Aspinall, sitting in fourth place with 24 points, has the edge over van Gerwen’s 20. But here's where it gets interesting: the two face each other in the quarter-finals, and the maths couldn’t be simpler...

Darts World

Premier League Darts Night 16 draw, match predictions and 3 storylines to watch

The wait until the play-off is almost over.

Alex Walsh

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