Luke Littler stuns fans with astonishing confession after beating Michael van Gerwen in Premier League final
Luke Littler made an astonishing confession following his victory over Michael van Gerwen after winning Night Seven of the 2025 Premier League Darts.
Littler won his third night of the Premier League in Cardiff on Thursday.
He beat Nathan Aspinall 6-3 in the quarter-finals to set up a semi-final clash against Rob Cross, who edged out Gerwyn Price 6-5.
But Cross was no match for Littler, who secured a 6-2 victory.
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The 18-year-old met Van Gerwen in the final, with the Dutchman beating Luke Humphries and Chris Dobey to reach the final.
Van Gerwen beat Humphries 6-4, with Wayne Mardle calling out the world No.1 for a 'ridiculous' moment during their match.
Littler beat Van Gerwen 6-4 in the final to secure his third nightly win of the Premier League.
The teenage sensation produced a moment of magic in the fourth leg as hit a nine-darter, his first in this season's Premier League campaign.
After the match, he spoke to Sky Sports' Emma Paton about his preparation.
Littler made a stunning revelation as he revealed that he hadn't picked up a dart until his first match on Thursday.
"I have been playing very well," he said.
"I have not picked my darts up since last Thursday - I had a week off to chill. But to come here and win and be six points clear, I am comfortable.
"All players have to have a rest and after the performance tonight, I will have another week off!"
Littler added: "I just want to get to the O2 [for May's play-offs] as quick as possible.
"I have put myself in a really good position and I do want to finish No 1.
"I was happy with my doubles tonight but there is plenty more to come."
Littler was in fine form, having hit a staggering 22 180s in the 27 legs he played on Night Seven of the Premier League.
He sits at the top of the table, six points clear of second-placed Humphries.
Topics: Luke Littler, Michael van Gerwen, Darts
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