Darts world champion admits Faith Millar has put her foot down on boxing ambitions
Luke Littler has revealed the one thing his girlfriend Faith Millar has expressly forbidden him from doing—stepping into the boxing ring for a Misfits Boxing match.
The 19-year-old darts sensation made the admission while attending a boxing card in Liverpool on Saturday evening, where he watched his friend Luke Turner secure victory over Jensen Irving on the undercard of Nick Ball’s world title defense against Brandon Figueroa.
“The Missus Does Not Want Me To”
“I’d love to, but the missus does not want me to,” Littler admitted to DAZN when asked if he would welcome the opportunity to compete on the Misfits platform.
Faith Millar’s disapproval appears to be the primary barrier preventing the teenage darts star from pursuing his pugilistic ambitions.
The revelation marks a rare instance of Littler publicly acknowledging something he’s been prevented from doing, with the typically self-assured world champion clearly respecting his girlfriend’s wishes on this matter.
Previous Boxing Interest
Littler’s interest in boxing isn’t new. In a conversation with Ariel Helwani approximately 18 months prior, Littler had previously touched on his boxing aspirations and revealed some experience in the sport. “I tried it like once or twice when I was younger,” he disclosed at the time.
When pressed on a specific opponent during that earlier interview, the darts prodigy named a content creator rather than a fellow arrows player. “It’s like a proper person, it’s not a darts player,” he explained. “Do I like him? Nah. Beavo”.
Beavo, a social media personality who rose to prominence through videos of himself swallowing food without chewing, had been embroiled in a public spat with Littler during 2024.
Why Faith Said No
Millar’s opposition to the boxing venture is entirely understandable. With Littler currently dominating world darts as the youngest-ever world number one, having won 11 major PDC titles including back-to-back World Championships, venturing into combat sports represents an unnecessary risk to both his health and his primary career.
The 20-year-old beautician from Wigan has been by Littler’s side throughout his incredible journey since they went public with their relationship in July 2025 after months of insisting they were “just friends.”
Her influence on the teenage sensation has been considerable, with Littler often crediting her for providing stability as he navigates his meteoric rise to fame and fortune. She’s become a constant presence at his tournaments, supporting him through victories and defeats alike.
A Hectic Weekend
Saturday proved to be an exceptionally hectic day for the darts phenomenon, who earlier appeared on the Old Trafford pitch during Manchester United’s Premier League fixture against Tottenham.
The avid Manchester United supporter showcased his World Championship trophy during the half-time interval of the Red Devils’ 2-0 victory over Spurs. The moment took an unexpected turn when Tottenham fans began chanting Michael van Gerwen’s name from the away section in an attempt to needle him—to which Littler responded by holding up two fingers, symbolizing his two consecutive World Championship titles.
Relationship Built on Trust
Last year, Littler opened up about the difficulties he and Millar faced at the start of their relationship due to the negative backlage and trolling online.
The couple had initially tried to keep their romance private, repeatedly denying they were more than friends even as they were spotted together with increasing frequency. When they finally went public in July 2025, it came after Millar had already met Littler’s parents and become a fixture at his tournaments.
Their relationship has grown stronger despite the intense public scrutiny. Millar was present when Littler successfully defended his world title at Alexandra Palace in January 2026, a victory that brought him not only eternal glory but also a top prize of £1 million.
Most recently, she celebrated her 20th birthday by watching Littler win the World Masters in Milton Keynes—though the darts star admitted he’d forgotten to buy her a present. “It is Faith’s birthday. I didn’t get her anything, but at least I got the trophy,” the two-time world champion confessed after his victory, promising: “We can go shopping tomorrow. It’s going to go”.
Misfits Still Interested
The door remains open should Littler change his mind or convince his girlfriend otherwise. Misfits Boxing has previously shown interest in securing the darts sensation’s services, with promoter Mams Taylor revealing last year that he reached out immediately after hearing of Littler’s interest.
The KSI-backed series has become a platform for YouTubers, TikTokers, rappers, and other celebrities to settle scores in the ring, with the inaugural series selling 445,000 pay-per-view buys.
Demanding Schedule
The demanding nature of his darts schedule, which includes weekly Premier League commitments alongside the European Tour, would make any boxing venture particularly challenging to accommodate.
Littler endured a disappointing start to his Premier League Darts campaign, suffering elimination at the quarter-final stage during the opening night in Newcastle earlier this week, losing 6-4 to Gian van Veen in a rematch of January’s World Championship final.
The defeat snapped a nine-match winning streak at televised events for “The Nuke,” who had been in imperious form following his maiden World Masters victory on February 2.
The Verdict
For now, it appears Faith Millar’s veto will keep Littler’s focus solely on the oche rather than the ring. With £1 million already banked from his second World Championship triumph, a £100,000 World Masters payday, and countless more opportunities ahead in darts, the teenage prodigy has plenty to occupy his time without adding boxing gloves to his arsenal.
While Littler clearly relishes the idea of stepping between the ropes—particularly for a grudge match with Beavo—respecting his girlfriend’s wishes while maintaining his unprecedented dominance in darts seems the wiser path.
As one of the youngest sporting millionaires in Britain, Littler could pursue virtually any venture he desires. But in revealing what his girlfriend has forbidden him from doing, he’s shown that sometimes the smartest decision is knowing when to listen to those who care about you most.
For Faith Millar, keeping her boyfriend’s face unmarked and his focus on darts isn’t about controlling him—it’s about protecting the remarkable talent that has made him a global sporting phenomenon at just 19 years old.
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