Luke Littler Edges Out Luke Humphries in Dramatic Dutch Darts Masters Quarter-final

In an enthralling showdown at the Dutch Darts Masters, teenage sensation Luke Littler secured a thrilling victory over world champion Luke Humphries in the quarter-final. This encounter marked the first meeting between the two since their epic clash at the World Championship final on January 3. With an impressive comeback from a 4-2 deficit, Littler emerged triumphant with a final-leg win to advance to the semi-finals.

Having recently clinched the Bahrain Darts Masters title, Littler showcased his formidable skills throughout the match. After going 2-0 up, he momentarily lost his momentum, allowing Humphries to claim four consecutive legs. Undeterred, Littler managed to regain his rhythm and showcased great precision in his scoring and finishing, enabling him to level the match at 4-4 with back-to-back 14-dart legs.

With the tension mounting, Littler surged ahead by securing a 36 checkout, only to miss three match darts in the following leg. In an intense decider, he sealed the victory by hitting an impressive 88 checkout on the bullseye. This win further solidifies Littler’s bid for a second consecutive World Series title.

The quarter-final meeting between Littler and Humphries was a precursor to their upcoming encounter at the BetMGM Premier League in Cardiff on Thursday. This high-profile competition will witness the reigning champion, Michael van Gerwen, aiming for an eighth Premier League crown as he faces off against last year’s world champion, Michael Smith. The tournament also features exciting matchups such as Peter Wright versus Rob Cross and Gerwyn Price taking on Nathan Aspinall.