Gerwyn Price stunned the darting world on March 13, 2025, by defeating Luke Littler 6-3 to capture Night Six of the Premier League Darts at the Motorpoint Arena in Nottingham. This remarkable victory not only marked Price's second nightly win of the 2025 season but also propelled him up to third place on the Premier League table with 12 points.
Despite the loss, Littler managed to hold onto the top spot on the leaderboard with 16 points, edging out Luke Humphries, who is now second with 15 points, and former champion Michael van Gerwen, who sits fourth with 10 points.
Price's impressive night began with his quarter-final clash against Stephen Bunting, where he secured a 6-4 victory. The Welshman then dominated his semi-final match against Van Gerwen, winning decisively 6-1, which set up a thrilling final against Littler.
Reflecting on his approach to the early rounds, Price remarked, "The first game is always tough, you're scraping to get two points. After I get a few then I relax a bit." His confidence clearly shone through during the finals, where he quickly established control by winning the first three legs consecutively.
With Littler struggling to find his rhythm, Price displayed his exceptional prowess on the oche, executing double tops expertly to gain leads and maintain momentum through key moments of the match. His three-legged lead saw him take out a remarkable 100 finish on tops, demonstrating his impressive averaging of 94.1 during the finals.
Littler, meanwhile, averaged 103.39 but faced challenges finishing, missing 10 of his 13 double chances throughout the encounter. Despite finding breakthroughs with finishes of 164, 127, and 167 earlier against Rob Cross—each achieved with remarkable skill on the bullseye—he could not find the same fortune against Price.
After clinching the victory, Price praised Littler’s potential and skill, stating, "I think he'll beat Phil Taylor's record and there is no one in the PDC who can stop him. He’s going to get even stronger." His respect for Littler is drawn from the young player's remarkable ascent within the sport, compounded by the outcomes of their previous encounters.
Moving from earlier matches, Littler had put on quite the show, defeating Luke Humphries 6-4 to reach the semi-finals, maintaining his own unbeaten record against the world number one until this round. His wins demonstrated not only raw talent but also strategic brilliance, highlighted particularly when he capitalized on Humphries’ miscalculation during their match.
The night also saw Rob Cross secure his own spot by taking down Chris Dobey 6-2, with the evening filled with significant moments as players showcased their competitive spirit. Nathan Aspinall and Bunting both fell short against formidable opponents, continuing their struggles within the league.
Looking forward, Price's next challenge lies at the Utilita Arena in Cardiff on March 20, where he hopes to leverage the support of the Welsh crowd as he aims to build on his recent momentum. The upcoming match promises to be gripping as Price faces off against Humphries once again as they collide for the top spots.
With the Premier League Darts heating up, fans are eagerly anticipating how these players will navigate the increasingly competitive environment. Will Price continue his strong showing? Can Littler rebound? The answers will start to emerge next week when they resume action once again!