World Matchplay Darts 2025 LIVE RESULTS: Final ON NOW as Luke Littler looks to make history against James Wade
Teenage sensation Luke Littler beat Josh Rock in the semi-final, and is looking to make history in Blackpool, by becoming a triple crown captain.
James Wade is also into the final after beating Jonny Clayton, and has already featured in SIX World Matchplay finals.
Blackpool is guaranteed to see a new winner, as last year's champion Luke Humphries suffered a SHOCK first round exit against Gian van Veen.
By Laurence Ryan
Who is in action tonight?
We have four thrilling clashes tonight.
World No 1 and defending champion Luke Humphries is the biggest name of a stacked night.
The full lineup tonight looks like this:
7:10pm - James Wade vs Joe Cullen
8pm - Danny Noppert vs Cameron Menzies
8:50pm - Luke Humphries vs Gian van Veen
9:30pm - Nathan Aspinall vs Wessel Nijman
Timings are subject to change.
19th Jul 2025, 17:30 By Laurence Ryan
Blackpool bonanza
Welcome to SunSport's coverage of the World Matchplay Darts!
We are bound for some excellent darting action over the next week, with the tournament set to run from July 19 to July 17 in Blackpool.
Tonight will see Luke Humphries take to the oche to defend his title, with Luke Littler to wait until tomorrow.
We can't wait for this one, so stay tuned for a HUGE week of darting action!
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