Gerwyn Price explains brilliant form against Luke Littler ahead of Premier League Darts play-off clash
Gerwyn Price has attributed his strong performances against Luke Littler to a shift in mindset, as the two prepare for a semi-final showdown at the 2025 Premier League Darts Play-Offs on May 29, 2025, at The O2 Arena. Speaking to MyBettingSites.com, Price explained his fearless approach, saying, “I can’t control what anybody else does on stage apart from myself. So why should I worry about anybody else?” This mental clarity has helped him secure seven wins in 13 matches against Littler, including six consecutive victories earlier in 2025. Despite Littler’s dominance as the defending champion and table-topper with 45 points, Price believes his experience and current form make him a serious threat.
Price’s Form Against Littler
Price’s edge over Littler, the 18-year-old world champion, stems from his ability to stay unfazed by Littler’s reputation. “I don’t worry about who I’m playing. He’s just another number to me,” Price said. Notable wins include a 6-3 victory in the Nottingham Night Six final on March 13, 2025, where Price averaged 94.10 but was clinical on doubles (6/11), outlasting Littler’s 103.39 average. He also hit a nine-darter against Littler in Manchester on April 10, 2025, though Littler won 6-4, ending Price’s six-match streak. Price’s fifth Premier League nine-darter in Aberdeen on May 16, 2025, against Stephen Bunting further showcased his clutch form.
Price reflected on overcoming mental barriers, drawing parallels to his early struggles against Michael van Gerwen. “Once I got that win against him, I learned to just not think about it anymore,” he told MyBettingSites.com. This mindset has fueled his 7-6 head-to-head record against Littler, including a 6-4 win in Dublin on February 20, 2025, where Littler threw his darts case in frustration.
Play-Offs Context and Confidence
Price, who finished fourth in the Premier League standings, qualified for the Play-Offs with three nightly wins in Dublin, Nottingham, and Liverpool. His Liverpool triumph on April 28, 2025, saw him average 104.43 and defeat Luke Humphries 6-4 in the final. Despite Littler’s six nightly wins and a 6-3 Sheffield victory over Price on May 22, 2025, Price remains optimistic. Backed by teammate Jonny Clayton, who predicted, “Gezzy will take the Premier League,” Price feels his big-stage experience could tip the scales.
Price also noted Littler’s purple patch, saying, “He’s playing the darts of his life and that definitely helps,” but suggested Humphries has “dropped off a little.” This contrasts with Littler’s view that Price is “in his head,” a claim Price dismissed, stating, “I don’t think it’s in his head… He’s strong enough to not worry about it.” Littler, however, admitted Price is the one player he can’t unsettle.
Conclusion
Gerwyn Price credits his brilliant form against Luke Littler to a fearless mindset, winning seven of 13 matches, including a 6-3 Nottingham final. As they clash in the Premier League Play-Offs semi-final on May 29, 2025, Price’s clinical doubles and big-stage experience, backed by Jonny Clayton, make him a formidable challenger to Littler’s title defense. Despite Littler’s 6-4 Manchester win and 45-point lead, Price’s confidence could make this a thriller. Like Alcaraz, Raducanu, Collins, Grealish, Gauff, and de Minaur, Price’s mental edge defines his challenge. Watch live on Sky Sports from 7:00 PM BST.
