Luke Littler to be crowned Premier League Darts champion for the first time in 2026 as he headlines the tournament line-up. The world champion, who defeated Gian van Veen in last week's World Championship final, will share the stage with defending champion Luke Humphries and top-four players Michael van Gerwen.
The competition is set to take place from February 5th to May 28th, with each league night featuring quarter-finals, semi-finals, and a final over the best of 11 legs. The top four point scorers will then face off in the finale at London's O2 Arena on May 28th.
As part of the group stage, Littler, Humphries, Van Veen, and Van Gerwen were guaranteed places due to their high rankings. However, the Professional Darts Corporation filled the remaining slots through other means.
Jonny Clayton, Stephen Bunting, Gerwyn Price, and newcomer Josh Rock will also be participating as wildcards in this year's Premier League Darts tournament.
The competition is set to take place from February 5th to May 28th, with each league night featuring quarter-finals, semi-finals, and a final over the best of 11 legs. The top four point scorers will then face off in the finale at London's O2 Arena on May 28th.
As part of the group stage, Littler, Humphries, Van Veen, and Van Gerwen were guaranteed places due to their high rankings. However, the Professional Darts Corporation filled the remaining slots through other means.
Jonny Clayton, Stephen Bunting, Gerwyn Price, and newcomer Josh Rock will also be participating as wildcards in this year's Premier League Darts tournament.
So I'm thinking about this Premier League Darts thingy... it's gonna be crazy with all those top players competing! Luke Littler is on fire after that World Championship win 
, and now he gets to defend his title? That's a tough act to follow. And can you imagine the competition at the O2 Arena when it comes down to the finale? The best of 11 legs is gonna be intense 
! I'm also kinda curious about Jonny Clayton, Stephen Bunting, Gerwyn Price, and Josh Rock joining as wildcards... do they have what it takes to make a splash in this tournament? Maybe we'll see some surprises? 
and gerwyn price 
but i'm still rooting for luke littler he's been on fire lately 
and that world championship win was lit 
can't believe luke littler is gonna be crowned champ for the first time 
he's been on fire lately and i think it's time he takes home that title 
michael van gerwen is looking pretty confident too, but i'm loving the underdog vibe of josh rock 
hope jonny clayton can make some noise in the tournament too 
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The wildcard spots are super interesting too - Josh Rock could be a dark horse (or is that a dart? 
) and Stephen Bunting's always had some awesome games. Can't wait to see Gerwyn Price bring his A-game, he's been on fire lately 
Can't wait to see him and the other top players go head-to-head in February! 
?! The dude's been on fire lately and it's awesome to see him get the recognition he deserves! I'm loving the lineup this year, so many talented players and it's gonna be a thrilling tournament 
. I think Jonny Clayton's addition is gonna be super interesting, his skills are insane 
Luke Littler's gonna crush it at the Premier League Darts and we get to see some awesome matches 
! Can't wait to see the competition unfold 
. All I'm saying is, be prepared to adapt and grow, just like Luke Littler will have to do when he takes the stage as the new Premier League Darts champion 
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. this is gonna be an epic year of darts 
. The O2 Arena is always electric, so you know it's gonna be a wild ride 
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. Can't wait for February 5th!
The O2 Arena final night is gonna be electric! Fingers crossed for some intense matches and a thrilling competition.
The darts world is about to get a whole lot more interesting with Luke Littler taking the stage as the new Premier League champion. It's been an amazing ride for these top players, and I'm hyped to see how they'll compete against each other. With Jonny Clayton, Stephen Bunting, Gerwyn Price, and Josh Rock joining the mix, it's going to be a nail-biter until the very end! 
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Can't wait to see him and Luke Humphries go head to head, two of the best players out there!