Mark Webster, the former BDO world champion, is set to return to Sky Sports’ Premier League darts on Thursday in Birmingham after a cancer diagnosis. He revealed he fights hairy cell leukaemia in a Darts World interview and has been on chemotherapy since February. His comeback follows a pause that began after the first treatment.

Webster posted on X that his condition has improved, noting the 95‑percent success rate for the disease. He added that, while still undergoing treatment, doctors have cleared him for commentary duty. The announcement came after his last on‑field role in February’s Newcastle match, a stretch that had seen him absent from the broadcast desk today.

Sky Sports colleague Wayne Mardle praised Webster’s resilience on social media, calling him a “pal” and expressing excitement for his return. Webster thanked fans for their support, saying he feels “delighted” to be back among the commentators. His return signals a positive step for the league’s broadcasting team and boosts morale during a tough season.

With his return, the Premier League will feature a familiar voice that fans have followed since the BDO era. Webster’s battle with cancer and subsequent comeback also bring attention to rare blood cancers and their treatment success rates. The league’s coverage gains a human story that underscores the sport’s community spirit amid competitive play today.