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Premier League Darts 2026: Humphries and Littler's Slow Start Raises Questions

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Luke Littler and Luke Humphries have endured uncharacteristically slow starts to their Premier League Darts campaigns, combining for just three victories across four nights. The world's top two players sit second- and third-bottom in the table with only four points each, with Humphries winning just two matches in the 2026 season. Littler's sole victory came against Humphries in Antwerp, while two of his points came via Michael van Gerwen's withdrawal in Glasgow.

Speaking on the Love the Darts podcast, Mark Webster dismissed concerns about the duo's form, insisting both are simply being punished by opponents capitalizing on opportunities. "Players have just been getting over the line at the minute, but that will change," Webster said, predicting both will reach the play-offs despite their current standings. The slow starts have created a more competitive table dynamic, with Webster noting how refreshing it is to see the usual dominance disrupted.

Meanwhile, Night 5 in Cardiff promises an all-Welsh final showdown between Gerwyn Price and Jonny Clayton, who could meet in the final for a crowd-splitting spectacle. Price, who won Night 2 in Antwerp, dreams of fulfilling his pre-tournament prediction of facing Clayton in Cardiff. Clayton, who lost to Peter Wright in the 2023 Cardiff final, called the potential matchup "a party" and emphasized the unique atmosphere of Premier League Darts in Wales.