Luke Humphries Triumphs Over Luke Littler in Exeter Premier League Darts Final

In an electrifying showdown at the Exeter Premier League Darts final, Luke Humphries, the world number one, secured a hard-fought 6-4 victory over the young prodigy, Luke Littler. The match showcased the pinnacle of darts competition, with both players displaying exceptional skill and determination.

Humphries, 30, staged a remarkable comeback from a 3-1 deficit to overcome Littler, who had been in stellar form throughout the tournament despite battling a cold. This victory marked Humphries' second night win of the season, following his triumph in the Belfast opener and his subsequent loss to Littler in the Glasgow final.

Littler, 18, had previously bested Humphries in last year's Premier League and was the runner-up in the 2024 world final. However, this was Humphries' first win in seven Premier League matches against his fellow Englishman, adding a significant notch to his already illustrious career.

The semi-finals saw Humphries deliver two breathtaking checkouts—a 167 followed by a 116—to edge out Rob Cross 6-5. Littler, on the other hand, dominated Nathan Aspinall with a 109 average, securing a 6-2 victory. Earlier, Littler had set a record in the best-of-11-leg format by hitting 10 maximums in his 6-3 win over Stephen Bunting, who himself managed six 180s.

Other notable matches included Gerwyn Price's 6-4 defeat to Humphries, where Price missed six shots at the double in a tense 10th leg. Seven-time Premier League champion Michael van Gerwen suffered his first opening loss of the year in a 6-5 defeat to Cross, while Nathan Aspinall narrowly defeated Chris Dobey in another close contest.

The Premier League Darts continues to captivate fans with its high-stakes matches and unpredictable outcomes, setting the stage for more thrilling encounters as the season progresses.