In a thrilling night of darts in Liverpool, Gerwyn Price showcased his prowess by winning night 12 of the Premier League Darts, defeating Luke Humphries 6-4 in the final. This victory marks Price's third nightly win in the ongoing season, following his previous triumphs in Dublin and Nottingham. The Welshman averaged an impressive 104.43 throughout the evening, solidifying his reputation as one of the top contenders in the league.
The atmosphere in the Echo Arena was electric, with Price receiving a warm reception from the fans, a rare occurrence for the player who often finds himself at odds with the crowd. "When I'm on my game, I am the best in the world. I'm just a little inconsistent," Price remarked after his victory. His confidence is palpable as he eyes the Premier League title, stating, "If I keep pushing forward, there's no reason why I can't win the Premier League this season." With this win, Price has climbed to third place in the league table, continuing to build momentum as the playoffs approach.
Humphries, who faced Price in the final, had a stellar night himself. The 26-year-old averaged 113.5 in his quarter-final match against Nathan Aspinall, defeating him 6-3. However, he was unable to maintain that level of performance in the final, ultimately succumbing to Price's consistent scoring. Despite the loss, Humphries remains a strong competitor in the league, currently sitting in second place with 26 points.
Meanwhile, the night was bittersweet for Luke Littler, who had been aiming for a record fifth nightly win of the season. The 18-year-old darting prodigy raced to a 4-0 lead against seven-time Premier League champion Michael van Gerwen in the quarter-finals but faltered, losing the match 6-5. Littler's missed chances proved costly, as he failed to convert two match darts after leading comfortably. "I was feeling good, and I thought I had it in the bag, but it slipped away," Littler reflected on the match. Despite this setback, he remains at the top of the league table and is on track to qualify for the playoffs on May 29, 2025.
In other matches, Rob Cross had a commanding performance, defeating local favorite Stephen Bunting 6-1, while Van Gerwen managed to secure a spot in the semi-finals after overcoming Humphries 6-4. The competition is heating up as players vie for crucial points leading into the playoffs.
The next Premier League Darts night will take place in Birmingham on May 1, 2025. The lineup promises to be exciting, featuring Littler against Bunting, Aspinall facing Dobey, Humphries going up against Price, and Cross matched against Van Gerwen. With only a few weeks left in the league stage, every match is pivotal as players look to solidify their positions for the playoffs.
As the Premier League Darts continues to unfold, fans eagerly anticipate the next round of action, especially with the stakes getting higher. Will Price maintain his form and challenge for the title? Or will Littler bounce back from his quarter-final disappointment? The excitement is palpable as the competition heads into its final stretch.
