Premier League Darts LIVE RESULTS: Luke Littler BEATS Humphries in epic final as Cool Hand picks up cut finger – latest

Price 'so happy' despite whistle-gate

Gerwyn Price focused on being "so happy" to land his Premier League points of the season - rather than the way he gave whistlers a taste of their own medicine.

The Iceman finally responded to heckles - by turning round following a 180 against Luke Humphries in the semi-finals and whistling back at the offending spectators.

Price has previously even worn ear defenders to try to block out boos - but that was at the 2023 World Championship.

Humphries went on to beat Price and lose to Luke Littler in last night's Prem Night Two final.

But Price posted on Instagram: “So happy to get some points on the board this week [smiling emoji].

“Dublin next week [love heart face emoji]. One of my favourite venues and crowds…. 2 down 15 to go.”

More 'weird' than wonderful

Luke Littler reckons his 6-5 Prem clincher over big rival Luke Humphries was more odd than outstanding.

The Nuke told Sky Sports: “It was a weird final.

We both weren’t playing well. Now and then I looked up at the screen and we were both on a 90 average. 

“The crowd got involved. When Luke went 5-4 up, I thought just break him and I did well to hit an 11-darter. That was crucial.

“Getting past Rob, the comeback was unbelievable. I felt really confident against Michael and the final was a weird, weird game.”

Darts chiefs warn misbehaving fans

Darts chiefs have condemned whistling fans after last night's Premier League debacle.

And they warned fans they could be thrown out if such antics are repeated.

A PDC statement read: "Following Thursday's Premier League Darts night in Glasgow, the PDC wishes to strongly reiterate that it does not condone any behaviour which can disrupt an event, such as whistling or booing when players are throwing.

"Every player goes on stage with the intention of performing to the best of their ability and providing an entertaining spectacle for all fans, whether in the venue or watching worldwide.

"As per the terms and conditions of entry to events, spectators who act inappropriately can be removed from the venue.

"The PDC works closely with Premier League venues, who have responsibility for crowd control, to take proactive and decisive action against those who behave inappropriately.

"The vast majority of fans who attend our sell-out events on a regular basis also condemn this behaviour and we will continue to promote a positive atmosphere which gives all players the opportunity to play to the best of their ability in every match."

'You made it worse!'

Luke Littler says that furious top oche stars have to IGNORE the whistles.

The world champion won the Premier League night two at the OVO Hydro in Glasgow as a row erupted over fan behaviour.

Littler, 18, and World No.1 Luke Humphries had their final clash almost ruined by the crowd trying to put them off at vital moments.

When referee Kirk Bevins stepped in to tell the moron minority to stop whistling, it then disrupted The Nuke’s throw.

But Littler remained calm during the storm to pick up the £10k prize for his first win since taking the world crown.

When asked about the whistling, he responded: “Obviously, there were a few in particular that were doing it when Luke was throwing.

“Then when Kirk told them to be quiet, it got even worse. And then I missed doubles.

“Luke breaks at 5-4 and I am just like: ‘Kirk, you have made it worse for me’. I’m 5-4 down. But, no, I broke back and held my throw quite strongly.

“But I think it’s best off if they don’t whistle at us. We just want to play our darts."

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Littler on comeback vs Rob Cross

Night Two winner Luke Littler found himself 5-1 down in his quarter-final against Rob Cross last night.

But the world champion wasn't phased and reeled off five straight legs to beat Voltage and progress to the semi-finals.

Speaking on the magnificent comeback, Littler said: "I was down 5-1 and then you get a few legs on the bounce and my confidence, it just hit the roof and I managed to pull it back."

PDC condemns whistling

Darts bosses have condemned the whistling that marred the Glasgow Premier League night – and vowed to stamp out any future “inappropriate” behaviour.

A PDC Statement said: “The PDC wishes to strongly reiterate that it does not condone any behaviour which can disrupt an event, such as whistling or booing when players are throwing.

“Every player goes on stage with the intention of performing to the best of their ability and providing an entertaining spectacle for all fans, whether in the venue or watching worldwide.

“As per the terms and conditions of entry to events, spectators who act inappropriately can be removed from the venue.

“The PDC works closely with Premier League venues, who have responsibility for crowd control, to take proactive and decisive action against those who behave inappropriately.

“The vast majority of fans who attend our sell-out events on a regular basis also condemn this behaviour.

“And we will continue to promote a positive atmosphere which gives all players the opportunity to play to the best of their ability in every match.”

'It was emotional'

Stephen Bunting admitted he started CRYING on stage before his opening Premier League clash last week.

he said: “It was very emotional. I expected it to be good but I didn't expect it to be as good as it was.

“Just the whole crowd all supporting me and getting behind me. It welled me up when I got on stage and the tears started flowing.

“It has been a 10-year journey to get back into the Premier League, so there were a lot of emotions running high anyway and it just spilled over a bit.

“The nerves were still there in the game and unfortunately I didn’t get a win.

“Obviously the first week there were no expectations and it was just getting back into the big venues with big crowds and getting used to that again.

“Now that I have had that monkey off my back, I am just really looking forward to the next few weeks."

Premier League Darts full schedule

• Night Three - Feb 20 - Dublin
• Night Four - Feb 27 - Exeter
• Night Five - Mar 6 - Brighton
• Night Six - Mar 13 - Nottingham
• Night Seven - Mar 20 - Cardiff
• Night Eight - Mar 27 - Newcastle
• Night Nine - Apr 3 - Berlin
• Night Ten - Apr 10 - Manchester
• Night 11 - Apr 17 - Rotterdam
• Night 12 - Apr 24 - Liverpool
• Night 13 - May 1 - Birmingham
• Night 14 - May 8 - Leeds
• Night 15 - May 15 - Aberdeen
• Night 16 - May 22 - Sheffield
• Play-offs - May 29 - London

Prize money

As was the case in 2024, this year's prize fund is £1million, as well as a £10,000 bonus for every night's winner.

The breakdown of prizes is:

• Winner: £275,000
• Runner-up: £125,000
• Semi-finalists: £85,000
• 5th Place: £75,000
• 6th Place: £70,000
• 7th Place: £65,000
• 8th Place: £60,000
• Winners bonus per tournament: £10,000 (x16)

'What he's done is incredible'

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Price is right

Gerwyn Price gave darts fans a taste of their own medicine with an incredible response during last night’s Premier League event.

During his semi-final against Luke Humphries, the ace was up against it when the Glaswegian fans began to whistle.

The sounds continued as Price hit a Treble 20, prompting the referee to ask the crowd to stop. Yet they intensified when he struck the cherished red for a second time.

The booing reached a crescendo before Price hit his mark again for a top 180 score.

And it was then that Price got his own back.

Facing the fans, the cheeky darts slinger put his fingers in his mouth before mock-whistling back in their direction.

'Worst crowd'

The referee was forced into disciplining fans during Luke Littler's Premier League darts victory in Glasgow.

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Next up: Dublin

Here are the quarter-final fixtures we've got to look forward to next week...

• Luke Humphries vs Stephen Bunting
• Gerwyn Price vs Luke Littler
• Rob Cross vs Nathan Aspinall
• Michael van Gerwen vs Chris Dobey

Next up

Premier League Darts returns to Dublin next week.

Thursday's event will take place at the 3Arena.

Littler on his stunning comeback against Rob Cross

Premier League Darts Night Two winner Luke Littler found himself 5-1 down in his quarter-final against Rob Cross last night.

But the world champion wasn't phased by the challenge ahead and reeled off five straight legs to beat Voltage and progress to the semi-finals.

Speaking on the magnificent comeback, Littler said: "I was down 5-1 and then you get a few legs on the bounce and my confidence, it just hit the roof and I managed to pull it back."