Luke Littler Stuns Van Gerwen in Thriller: Premier League Darts Drama Unfolds in Manchester
Manchester, UK – June 18, 2025 — Darts fans witnessed another electrifying night of arrows as 17-year-old prodigy Luke Littler pulled off a sensational win over Dutch legend Michael van Gerwen in the Premier League Darts clash at the AO Arena.
The “Nuke” Littler edged out Van Gerwen 6-5 in a last-leg decider that kept fans on the edge of their seats. The match featured six 180s from Littler, a 164 checkout, and a show of maturity far beyond his years. Van Gerwen, a three-time world champion, praised the youngster’s performance despite the loss.
“He was the better player tonight. I gave it everything, but Luke handled the pressure incredibly well,” Van Gerwen said post-match.
This victory boosts Littler’s standing in the Premier League table, putting him in strong contention for a playoff spot. The young Englishman, who made headlines after his PDC World Championship debut, continues to prove he’s more than just hype.
Night Highlights
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Gerwyn Price returned to winning ways, dispatching Rob Cross 6-3 with a 103 average.
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Michael Smith edged out Nathan Aspinall in a nervy contest, keeping his top-four hopes alive.
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Peter Wright, struggling all season, finally showed flashes of brilliance with a 6-2 win over Jonny Clayton.
Updated Premier League Table – June 18, 2025
| Position | Player | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gerwyn Price | 28 |
| 2 | Michael Smith | 26 |
| 3 | Luke Littler | 25 |
| 4 | Michael van Gerwen | 24 |
| 5 | Rob Cross | 21 |
| 6 | Nathan Aspinall | 19 |
| 7 | Peter Wright | 17 |
| 8 | Jonny Clayton | 15 |
What’s Next?
The Premier League heads to Rotterdam next week, where Dutch fans will expect Van Gerwen to bounce back. But all eyes remain on Luke Littler — the teenager who continues to shake up the darts world, one night at a time.
