Luke littler has set himself on course for an incredible World Darts Championship semifinal performance after trouncing Dolan 5-1 and ousting Raymond van Barneveld 5-1 at Alexandra Palace earlier in the month. Littler will now meet Rob Cross in the last four.
Nicknamed The Nuke, this teenage prodigy’s incredible run has seen him amass at least PS50,000 in prize money. To celebrate his victory against Dolan he ordered an extravagant mayo-laden kebab!
Luke Littler thrashes Brendan Dolan to reach World Darts Championship semi-final
Luke Littler took another step toward reaching a magical World Championship final after defeating Northern Irishman Brendan Dolan 5-1 at Alexandra Palace in his quarter-final clash. Littler, 16, from Warrington continued his incredible run of form by smashing Dolan 5-1 to reach his first ever semi-final with flair.
Littler’s first leg performance is amazing – she scores twice 16s and 18s to go 10-0 up! Dolan attempts a 180 but is unable to find enough scores against Littler.
Littler will be up against 2018 champion Rob Cross – and the youngster shows no sign of nerves as he advances to his first major semi-final. Cross averaged over 100 in his victory against Chris Dobey this morning and can feel confident of making it to the last four.
Luke Littler wins six on the bounce
Luke Littler made headlines at Alexandra Palace with an impressive 4-1 defeat of hero Raymond van Barneveld and has come within three wins of becoming the youngest World Darts Championship winner ever. A convincing win against Brendan Dolan put Luke Littler one step closer towards history-making status.
Littler may not have started his game out like in previous games, but still made an impressive statement with a 118 checkout at the end of set one.
Dolan needs to achieve 121 in leg two, but his first dart goes awry and Littler quickly scores 101 instead. Littler’s 180 prompts fans to sing “There’s only one Luke Littler!” as he cruises into the last four with ease.
Luke Littler hits 162
After defeating Raymond van Barneveld in the last 16 and taking out Michael van Gerwen at Ally Pally in just one set, teenage sensation Luke Littler looks set for an unprecedented double. Dubbed by fans as the ‘Ronaldo of darts’ – Littler has already put himself within striking distance of reaching Ally Pally’s semifinals in just one more set.
Dolan is playing more slowly against Dolan but still in control. Dolan needs 121 to take it and misses both that attempt as well as hitting a treble 20 finish on his final dart throw.
Littler is well on his way to facing Rob Cross in a semi-final meeting at Alexandra Palace and is poised to become the youngest player ever to lift the Sid Waddell Trophy. Averaging 105 and reaching the last eight of this World Championship is testament to Littler’s promising talent.
Luke Littler goes one leg away from the semi-finals
Luke Littler made waves at Alexandra Palace before facing Rob Cross and now hopes to make history in the semi-finals. But Rob Cross will pose a formidable challenge that Luke won’t find easy to overcome.
Northern Irish thrower James Littler proved too powerful for him. Littler had earlier taken out Raymond van Barneveld earlier in the tournament and they went head to head in their match ups at this event.
Dolan needed to win the first leg, and took an early lead with a 131 checkout; however, Littler leveled the set with his trebleless visit for an even score. When Dolan appeared poised for set two break, six missed darts saw Littler win an impressive set to nil victory, an outstanding achievement by this teenager sensation who will face 2018 champion at last four stage.
Luke Littler beats Brendan Dolan
Luke Littler made headlines during his outstanding run at Alexandra Palace where he defeated Brendan Dolan 5-1 and now stands a chance of reaching the semi-final. With just three more matches remaining to reach this point he could make history and become world champion on debut!
This 16-year-old has raised an incredible amount for charity due to his consistent performances. Additionally, he is one of the youngest ever players to reach this stage of a tournament and has already defeated two world champions!
Luke “The Nuke” will face Rob Cross on New Year’s Day and is guaranteed a payout of PS100,000. After making quick work of Raymond van Barneveld and Christian Kist, before his remarkable win against Dolan on Saturday. Luke continues to amaze fans with his extraordinary run.