Humphries and Littler Prepare for Thrilling BOYLE Sports World Grand Prix Final Showdown

Luke Humphries and Luke Littler are set to face off in the 2025 BOYLE Sports World Grand Prix final at the Mattioli Arena in Leicester on Sunday, October 12. This highly anticipated matchup marks their sixth meeting in a televised final. Humphries previously triumphed over Littler in the Premier League final in May, while Littler achieved success earlier in the World Series held in August. For Humphries, this is his third consecutive appearance in the World Grand Prix final, where he seeks to reclaim the title he won in 2023, having lost to Mike De Decker the previous year. On the other hand, Littler aims to secure one of the few Professional Darts Corporation (PDC) titles that has eluded him, after an early exit in his debut last year.

Path to the Final

Humphries advanced to the final after a convincing victory against Danny Noppert. The world number one demonstrated his skill by achieving an average of 110, quickly taking the opening set with impressive finishes of 155 and 108. He maintained his momentum with nearly 116 in the third set, leading 4-1 before Noppert made a comeback. Noppert managed to narrow the gap to 4-3, but Humphries sealed the win in the final set, finishing with scores of 135 and 110.

Reflecting on his match, Humphries expressed satisfaction with his performance. He stated, “It was a great game… I thought we both played really well.” He highlighted the importance of resilience in his play. “Some people question my mentality at times, but I can bounce back from difficult moments,” he added.

Littler’s Route to the Final

Littler’s journey to the final was marked by a dominant 5-1 win over 2021 champion Jonny Clayton. He initiated the match with a stunning 161 checkout, setting the tone for the contest. While Clayton fought back with notable finishes of 154 and 128, Littler responded with a crucial 140 checkout in a tense fourth set, which shifted the momentum in his favor. Following this, he won six consecutive legs to secure his place in the final.

Littler remarked on his performance, stating, “I’m very happy with the performance and the stats showed it there.” He also acknowledged the significance of his 140 checkout in that moment. “That 140 killed off Jonny a little,” he said. This final will offer Littler a chance for revenge against Humphries after their previous encounter in the Premier League final.

Final Match Details

The 2025 BOYLE Sports World Grand Prix final will be broadcast live on Sky Sports in the UK and through PDC’s worldwide partners, including DAZN and Viaplay. The final match will be held at:

As both players prepare for this thrilling showdown, the stakes are high, not only for the prestigious title but also for positioning in the race for world number one. The excitement around this final promises an electrifying display of talent and skill from these two formidable competitors.