Luke Humphries is still on the hunt for his first nightly win as the 2026 Premier League Darts continues.
Humphries recently made headlines by defeating Luke Littler in last year’s final, avenging a previous loss and claiming the title. Now, as the defending champion, he faces a challenging season that has seen him falter in his quest for victory.
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Despite last year’s triumph, the current season has been a rollercoaster for Humphries. He has struggled to find form, securing only five match wins across six weeks—a stark contrast to his impressive performances of the past.
Last week, he managed to reach his first nightly final in Nottingham, although he fell short against Jonny Clayton, who has emerged as a dominant force this season.
Humphries isn’t alone in his battles; fellow competitor Littler experienced a similar pattern until earlier this month when he clinched his first victory of the season in Cardiff. This win was a significant morale booster for the young player, adding pressure to Humphries and others, like Gian Van Veen and Josh Rock, who recently marked a notable achievement by hitting a nine-darter in Belfast.
Interestingly, debutant Josh Rock remains the only player who has yet to secure a match win after six weeks and appears to be set for the bottom of the table following the next Thursday night showdown.
Premier League Darts Night 7: Schedule
The highly anticipated Night 7 of the 2026 Premier League will take place this Thursday, March 19, at the 3Arena in Dublin, Republic of Ireland. The action is set to kick off at 7 PM, providing fans with an evening of captivating darts.
Viewers can catch every moment live on Sky Sports, with updates provided by talkSPORT from the Irish capital.
To listen to the live coverage on talkSPORT or talkSPORT 2, you can access the live stream through their website HERE or tune in via the talkSPORT app, DAB digital radio, smart speakers, or on 1089 or 1053 AM.
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Understanding the Premier League Darts Format
The Premier League format consists of a mini-tournament held every night, featuring the eight competing players vying for the title of “night winner.” Each night begins with four quarter-finals, leading to semi-finals and ultimately culminating in the final—each match played in a best of 11 legs format.
Night winners earn five points, runners-up receive three, while losing semi-finalists each gain two. After 16 weeks of intense competition, the top four players will move on to Finals Night to vie for the championship, with a total prize fund of £350,000 at stake.
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Current Standings in the Premier League Darts 2026
- Jonny Clayton – Nights won: 2 – Matches won: 11 – Leg difference: +25 – Points: 19
- Luke Littler – Nights won: 1 – Matches won: 6 – Leg difference: -3 – Points: 11
- Gerwyn Price – Nights won: 1 – Matches won: 5 – Leg difference: -2 – Points: 9
- Gian Van Veen – Nights won: 0 – Matches won: 6 – Leg difference: -2 – Points: 9
- Luke Humphries – Nights won: 0 – Matches won: 5 – Leg difference: -2 – Points: 9
- Michael Van Gerwen – Nights won: 1 – Matches won: 5 – Leg difference: -2 – Points: 8
- Stephen Bunting – Nights won: 1 – Matches won: 4 – Leg difference: +4 – Points: 7
- Josh Rock – Nights won: 0 – Matches won: 0 – Leg difference: -23 – Points: 0
Looking Ahead: Full Schedule and Results
As the Premier League progresses, the following matches are crucial for players eager to improve their standings.
Night 1: Thursday, February 5 – Utilita Arena, Newcastle
- 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: Thursday, February 12 – AFAS Dome, Antwerp
- 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
- Semi-finals:
- Luke Littler 4-6 Michael Van Gerwen
- Jonny Clayton 5-6 Gerwyn Price
- Final:
- Michael Van Gerwen 3-6 Gerwyn Price
Upcoming Matches:
The schedule promises thrilling encounters as Humphries aims to turn his season around.















