The 2026 BetMGM Premier League Darts Season

The excitement is building as the 2026 BetMGM Premier League Darts season kicks off from February 5 to May 28. This marks the 21st edition of this exhilarating competition, featuring seven top-tier players, including reigning champion Luke Humphries and the dynamic newcomer Luke Littler. With high-profile matchups and fierce rivalries expected, fans are eager to see if any of the other six stars can dethrone the current champions.

Premier League Darts 2026 Table

The table structure rewards performance heavily:

• Night Winner: 5 points (+ £10,000 bonus)
• Runner-Up: 3 points
• Semi-Finalists: 2 points

As of Week Six, the competition is shaping up to be intense, with each player vying for a top position to secure playoff spots.

Key Dates and Venues

The season will feature thrilling matches across various iconic venues. Here’s a look at the upcoming fixtures:

Night 1: Utilita Arena, Newcastle

• Date: Thursday, February 5
• TV Channel: Sky Sports (1900 GMT)
• Results:
  • Quarter-Finals:
    • Josh Rock 2-6 Jonny Clayton
    • Luke Littler 4-6 Gian van Veen
    • Luke Humphries 6-5 Gerwyn Price
    • Stephen Bunting 2-6 Michael van Gerwen
  • Semi-finals:
    • Jonny Clayton 4-6 Gian van Veen
    • Luke Humphries 2-6 Michael van Gerwen
  • Final: Gian van Veen 4-6 Michael van Gerwen

Night 2: AFAS Dome, Antwerp

• Date: Thursday, February 12
• Results:
  • Quarter-Finals:
    • Luke Littler 6-5 Luke Humphries
    • Michael van Gerwen 6-2 Josh Rock
    • Jonny Clayton 6-4 Stephen Bunting
    • Gerwyn Price 6-5 Gian van Veen
  • Final: Michael van Gerwen 3-6 Gerwyn Price

Night 3: OVO Hydro, Glasgow

• Date: Thursday, February 19
• Results:
  • Quarter-Finals:
    • Stephen Bunting 3-6 Gian van Veen
    • Luke Humphries 6-2 Josh Rock
    • Jonny Clayton 6-3 Gerwyn Price
  • Final: Gian van Veen 2-6 Jonny Clayton

Night 4: SSE Arena, Belfast

• Date: Thursday, February 26
• Results:
  • Quarter-Finals:
    • Jonny Clayton 6-3 Luke Littler
    • Stephen Bunting 6-4 Luke Humphries
    • Gerwyn Price 6-5 Michael van Gerwen
    • Gian van Veen 6-2 Josh Rock
  • Final: Stephen Bunting 6-2 Gian van Veen

Night 5: Utilita Arena, Cardiff

• Date: Thursday, March 5
• Final: Luke Littler 6-4 Jonny Clayton

Upcoming Nights

Additional fixtures will unfold in Dublin, Berlin, Manchester, Liverpool, and conclude with the Finals Night at The O2, London on May 28.

Premier League Darts 2026 Format

Since the 2022 season, each night of the Premier League has transformed into a mini-tournament format with eight players competing in quarter-finals. The structure unfolds as follows:

• Winners proceed to the semi-finals, culminating in a final match.
• Every match consists of best-of-11 legs.
• Points are awarded as follows:
  • 5 points for the night winner
  • 3 points for the runner-up
  • 2 points for both semi-finalists

The top four players from the table by the end of Night 16 will advance to the thrilling playoffs in London.

Where to Watch

Fans can catch all the action live on Sky Sports, which will broadcast every night of the Premier League Darts season, including the climactic Finals Night.

Premier League Darts 2026 Line-Up

This year’s lineup is loaded with talent, featuring:

• Luke Littler
• Luke Humphries
• Gian van Veen
• Michael van Gerwen
• Jonny Clayton
• Stephen Bunting
• Josh Rock
• Gerwyn Price

Notable Newcomers and Headlines

Gian van Veen and Josh Rock are making their BetMGM Premier League debuts this season. Van Veen, recently ranked as the new Dutch number one, had a significant impact in previous competitions. Rock’s notable achievements include leading Northern Ireland to its first World Cup victory and reaching the semi-finals in major televised events.

In the mix, we have the seasoned champions, including seven-time Premier League winner Michael van Gerwen. Fans are particularly excited to see Jonny Clayton return after impressive performances in recent tournaments, along with a formidable re-emergence of Gerwyn Price, who clinched five ranking titles last season.

Prize Money Breakdown

The prize pool for the 2026 season is substantial, rewarding both participation and performance:

• Winner: £350,000
• Runner-Up: £170,000
• Semi-Finalists: £110,000 each
• Remaining Players: Ranging from £80,000 to £95,000 based on final table placement.
• Nightly Winner Bonus: £10,000

This amounts to a total prize pool of £1,250,000.

A Rich History of the Premier League Darts

Launched in 2005 by Sky Sports, the Premier League has grown to become one of the most prestigious competitions in the darts calendar, showcasing the sport’s biggest names and thrilling matches across the UK and Ireland.

Records and Notable Achievements

Michael van Gerwen holds the record for the most titles, winning seven times. Phil Taylor’s unbelievable unbeaten streak of 44 games from 2005 to 2008 remains unmatched. Other champions include notable names like Jonny Clayton and Glen Durrant, who have made significant marks on the event’s history.

In addition to exciting match play, the Premier League has seen various notable records, including the most 180s in a match and numerous nine-dart finishes that add to the drama and excitement, further captivating fans and players alike.

This expansive and dynamic season promises to deliver thrills, rivalries, and a showcase of extraordinary talent in the world of darts. As the competition unfolds, fans can anticipate exhilarating performances and moments that will resonate in darts history for years to come.