Table of Contents
- World Darts Championship Returns
- When is the World Darts Championship 2025/26?
- What TV channel is the World Darts Championship 2025/26 on and can I live stream it?
- What is the World Darts Championship 2025/26 format?
- World Darts Championship 2025/26 schedule and results
THE World Darts Championship is back THIS WEEK!
The teenage sensation kicked off the year in the best way possible by dominating the 2024/25 final.
Luke Littler defeated Michael van Gerwen in a commanding 2024/25 finalCredit: AP
He made history by becoming the youngest darts world champion at just 17 years old.
Now, eleven months later, Littler has shattered another record by becoming the youngest world No. 1, taking the title from his rival—just 22 months after turning professional.
Additionally, Littler’s recent performances have made him a clear favorite to defend his title.
However, the living legend will face an expanded field of 128 players, all vying for a massive £5 million prize fund.
When is the World Darts Championship 2025/26?
- The World Darts Championship 2025/26 will commence on Thursday, December 11.
- The event will run for three weeks, concluding on Saturday, January 3, 2026.
- This year’s opening day will begin at 7 PM GMT, while daily afternoon sessions will start at 12:30 PM GMT, and evening matches will take place from 7 PM GMT.
- Alexandra Palace will once again serve as the venue for this iconic competition.
What TV channel is the World Darts Championship 2025/26 on and can I live stream it?
- The World Darts Championship 2025/26 will be broadcast live on Sky Sports.
- Fans can also stream the action on NOW TV.
- Alternatively, SunSport will provide coverage of the entire tournament through our exciting live blog.
What is the World Darts Championship 2025/26 format?
History will be made as the field expands from 96 to 128 players.
Round One – Best of Five Sets
Round Two – Best of Five Sets
Round Three – Best of Seven Sets
Round Four – Best of Seven Sets
Quarter-Finals – Best of Nine Sets
Semi-Finals – Best of 11 Sets
Final – Best of 13 Sets
All sets are played as the best of five legs.
A tie-break rule will be applied in all matches; a deciding set must be won by two clear legs.
If the score in the final set reaches 5-5, a sudden-death leg will be played without a bull throw in any sudden-death legs.
World Darts Championship 2025/26 schedule and results
Thursday, December 11
Evening Session (7 PM GMT)
Round One x4
- Kim Huybrechts vs. Arno Merk
- Michael Smith vs. Lisa Ashton
- Luke Littler vs. Darius Labanauskas
- Madars Razma vs. Jamai van den Herik
Friday, December 12
Afternoon Session (12:30 PM GMT)
Round One x4
- Niels Zonneveld vs. Haupai Puha
- Ian White vs. Mervyn King
- Ryan Searle vs. Chris Landman
- Rob Cross vs. Cor Dekker
Evening Session (7 PM GMT)
Round One x4
- Ross Smith vs. Andreas Harrysson
- Ricky Evans vs. Man Lok Leung
- Gian van Veen vs. Cristo Reyes
- Damon Heta vs. Steve Lennon
Saturday, December 13
Afternoon Session (12:30 PM GMT)
Round One x4
- Mario Vandenbogaerde vs. David Davies
- Andrew Gilding vs. Cam Crabtree
- Luke Woodhouse vs. Boris Krcmar
- Gary Anderson vs. Adam Hunt
Evening Session (7 PM GMT)
Round One x4
- Jeffrey de Graaf vs. Paul Lim
- Wessel Nijman vs. Karel Sedlacek
- Luke Humphries vs. Ted Evetts
- Gabriel Clemens vs. Alex Spellman
Sunday, December 14
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