Get ready for a thrilling showdown at the Ladbrokes Players Championship Finals, as the darts world’s elite gather for a weekend of intense competition. The tournament, featuring the top 64 players on the Players Championship Order of Merit, kicks off on November 22nd at Butlin’s Minehead Resort.
One of the most anticipated first-round clashes sees Luke Littler, a rising star who has already secured three Players Championship titles in his debut season on the PDC ProTour, face off against former world champion Rob Cross. This rematch of their World Grand Prix first-round encounter promises fireworks, as Littler seeks to avenge his previous defeat to the 2018 world champion.
The tournament boasts a stellar lineup of talent, with World No. 1 Luke Humphries aiming to defend his title against Gabriel Clemens. Michael van Gerwen, the Dutch superstar, is eager to extend his record and claim an eighth Players Championship Finals title. Other notable first-round matchups include top seed Chris Dobey facing Nathan Aspinall, Stephen Bunting taking on Mario Vandenbogaerde, and Damon Heta battling it out with Mervyn King.
The competition heats up over three days, with the first round taking place on November 22nd. Saturday’s double session features the second and third rounds, setting the stage for the quarter-finals, semi-finals, and final on Sunday, November 24th.
The Players Championship Finals is the final tournament before the 2025 PDC World Darts Championship, which is set to begin on December 15th at the Alexandra Palace. This prestigious event promises to be a thrilling conclusion to an exciting darts season, as players strive for victory and a chance to claim their place in the history books.
