Four Key Takeaways as Luke Littler Equals Premier League Record in Newcastle
Luke Littler continued his sensational Premier League form with a dominant display in Newcastle, crushing Luke Humphries 6-1 in the final to secure another nightly victory.
With this win, Littler extends his lead at the top of the table to eight points as the competition reaches its midway stage. Here are the four biggest takeaways from night eight in Newcastle.
1. Littler Matches Premier League Record with Fourth Nightly Win
Littler stormed through the competition, dropping just four legs in three matches. His 6-0 demolition of Stephen Bunting set the tone for the night, and he finished in style with a 6-1 victory over Humphries.
Even without playing at his absolute best in the final, Littler proved too strong, securing his fourth nightly win of the season—equalling the all-time Premier League record. With half the season still remaining, he now has the opportunity to set a new record next week in Berlin.
2. Dobey Falls Short in Front of Home Crowd
Chris Dobey had the backing of a passionate Newcastle crowd, but he couldn’t capitalize, falling 6-3 to Luke Humphries in the quarter-finals.
The Geordie favorite had chances, including darts to level the match at 3-2, but missed opportunities proved costly as Humphries took control. With Dobey second from bottom in the table, he’ll need every possible win to keep his playoff hopes alive.
3. Aspinall Battles Dartitis but Still Produces Moments of Brilliance
Nathan Aspinall has been open about his struggles with dartitis, a condition affecting his throw, and it was evident in Newcastle. He often hesitated before releasing his darts, especially during checkouts.
Despite his challenges, Aspinall still delivered moments of magic. He edged Michael van Gerwen 6-5, nailing a 130 checkout at a crucial stage. Against Humphries, he showed flair with a 164 setup shot followed by a 142 finish, then topped it off with a stylish bull-double 20 checkout for 90.
Although he eventually lost 6-5 to Humphries, Aspinall continues to show grit and determination, refusing to let his struggles define him.
4. Bunting’s Winless Streak Continues
It was another brutal night for Stephen Bunting, who suffered his eighth consecutive Premier League defeat, this time in a 6-0 whitewash against Littler.
Despite the one-sided scoreline, Bunting wasn’t poor—he averaged 102, but Littler was simply unstoppable, posting a 109 average. Sitting rock bottom of the table, Bunting desperately needs a turnaround if he hopes to salvage his season.
What’s Next?
Littler heads to Berlin next week with a chance to break the Premier League record for most nightly wins. With his current dominance, it’s only a matter of time before he sets another milestone in his already remarkable career.
