Luke Littler, the newly crowned World Darts Champion, is already eyeing additional titles in 2025, including a quest to become the first back-to-back Premier League champion. Just days after his historic win at Alexandra Palace, Littler, at only 17 years old, has made headlines by becoming the youngest-ever champion, breaking the previous record held by Michael van Gerwen.
In an impressive rookie season, Littler secured 10 titles, adding the Premier League and his first major title at the Grand Slam of Darts to his accolades. During the Premier League final against Luke Humphries in 2024, Littler thrilled the crowd at the O2 Arena with a spectacular nine-dart finish, showcasing his ambition to retain the Premier League trophy in the upcoming season.
“Yeah, if I can go back to back, it’d mean the world,” Littler stated, reflecting on his accomplishments. He emphasized the importance of consistently reaching the play-offs and giving his best at the O2 Arena in 2025.
Littler’s standout moment in the Premier League was one of four nine-darters he achieved in 2024, equaling Gerwyn Price’s record. He acknowledged his aspirations to possibly break this record in future championships.
With a clear focus on capturing “11 or 12” titles in 2025, Littler is poised for an ambitious year, fully aware of the potential to ascend to the world number one position. “When you’re playing so good, you can feel the nine coming,” he noted, expressing his determination to maintain his competitive edge.
Littler concluded with excitement about defending his title in the upcoming Premier League season, which is set to kick off in Belfast on February 6, showcasing the best of darts talent across 17 venues throughout the UK and Europe. Fans eagerly await to see who will take the Premier League Darts crown as Littler aims for continued success.
