LUKE LITTLER crashed out of Night 12 of the Premier League Darts after a total capitulation.

The Nuke, 18, charged into a 4-0 lead but soon fell apart against Michael van Gerwen, eventually losing 6-5.

BELFAST, NORTHERN IRELAND - FEBRUARY 6: Luke Littler of England competes against Michael van Gerwen of Netherlands during the opening night of the Premier League Darts season at The SSE Arena Belfast on February 6, 2025 in Belfast, Northern Ireland. (Photo by Charles McQuillan/Getty Images)Luke littler suffered an absolute collapse in the Premier LeagueMichael van Gerwen reacts in his match against Luke Littler (not pictured) during night twelve of the BetMGM Premier League at the M&S Bank Arena, Liverpool. Picture date: Thursday April 24, 2025. PA Photo. See PA story DARTS Liverpool. Photo credit should read: Peter Byrne/PA Wire. RESTRICTIONS: Use subject to restrictions. Editorial use only, no commercial use without prior consent from rights holder.Michael van Gerwen came from behind to eliminate Littler

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