Phil Taylor Says Darts Star Would’ve Been ‘Multi-Millionaire’ If He’d Joined PDC

Phil Taylor Says Darts Star Would’ve Been ‘Multi-Millionaire’ If He’d Joined PDC

Phil Taylor has claimed that one of darts’ most gifted stars would have become a multi-millionaire had he made the switch to the PDC at the peak of his powers.

The 16-time world champion made the striking remark while reflecting on the contrasting paths taken by players during the split era of darts, when many top names chose to remain with the BDO rather than join the breakaway PDC circuit.

According to Taylor, the unnamed star possessed both the talent and the consistency to thrive on the biggest stages, but ultimately missed out on the sport’s financial boom by not crossing over earlier.

“He would have been a multi-millionaire if he’d come over,” Taylor said. “No doubt about it. He had everything — ability, bottle, and the game for TV darts.”

Taylor explained that the explosion in prize money, sponsorship and global exposure within the PDC transformed the earning potential for elite players, particularly those capable of competing regularly in major finals and televised events.

“In the PDC, if you’re winning majors, playing Premier League, doing exhibitions and sponsors, the money just keeps coming,” Taylor added. “Some players didn’t realise how big it was going to get.”

The comments have reignited debate among fans about the career decisions made during darts’ most divided period. While some players remained loyal to the BDO for sporting or personal reasons, others who switched earlier reaped the rewards as the PDC grew into the sport’s dominant force.

Taylor was careful not to criticise the player personally, instead expressing admiration for his ability and regret that fans never got to see him test himself fully against the strongest PDC fields.

“It’s a shame, really,” Taylor said. “He was good enough to win big titles. The opportunities were there.”

The remarks serve as another reminder of how dramatically darts has changed over the past two decades — and how timing, as much as talent, can shape a player’s legacy both on the board and in the bank.