Piers Morgan isn’t holding back. The broadcaster has called out darts prodigy Luke Littler for a showdown on the oche.
Littler, just 18, added another trophy to his collection earlier this month, winning the Players Championship Finals in Minehead. Next up: defending his World Darts Championship crown at Alexandra Palace next month.
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Teen Titan Littler Makes History
Littler stormed onto the scene at just 16, reaching the World Championship final before falling to Luke Humphries. This year, he made no mistake on his second attempt, cementing his status as one of darts’ brightest young stars.
Darts for a Cause
Ahead of the 2026 World Championship, Paddy Power has launched the “Darts of Destiny” campaign in support of Prostate Cancer UK. Fans can donate for a chance to throw nine darts on the Ally Pally stage during the final—score 180 or more, and £180,000 could be theirs.
Morgan, a keen darts fan, is backing the campaign after donating £500. On X (formerly Twitter), he teased:
“I quite fancy doing this. About time @LukeTheNuke180 came up against Monsoon Morgan.”
Morgan isn’t new to the oche. Back in April 2024, he faced off against darts promoter Barry Hearn and his son Eddie on Piers Morgan Uncensored. He proudly recalled:
“I played for the Royal Oak B team in Newick, East Sussex—we beat everyone. I was ‘Jockey’ Morgan then, later ‘Monsoon’ Morgan. And there’s a reason—I don’t lose at darts.”
The 10 greatest darts players of all-time (Ranked 10-1)
Darts has produced icons, pioneers and once-in-a-generation talents whose achievements have shaped the modern game. From trailblazers who built the sport’s foundations to dominant champions who redefined excellence on the big stage, ranking the greatest players of all time is no easy task.
This list celebrates ten extraordinary figures whose impact, longevity and brilliance have left an unforgettable mark on darts history.
10 Gerwyn Price
Known throughout darts as “The Iceman,” the Welsh star rose from rugby pitches to the top of the PDC rankings, holding world number one on three occasions between 2021 and 2022. His journey gathered pace after breaking into the top 32 in 2016, quickly adding a first Pro Tour title and reaching his first major final at the 2017 UK Open. A year later, he claimed the Grand Slam — a trophy he’d lift again in 2019.
His defining moment came at the 2021 World Championship, where a win over Gary Anderson crowned him Wales’s first PDC world champion. With seven major singles titles, multiple World Series victories and a pair of World Cup triumphs alongside Jonny Clayton, he sits firmly among the sport’s elite, boasting 43 career PDC titles. Long before darts, he carved out a solid rugby career with Neath, Cross Keys, Glasgow Warriors and the South Wales Scorpions.
9 John Part
Canada’s most decorated darts icon, “Darth Maple,” earned his place in history by becoming the first non-British world champion with his 1994 BDO triumph — achieved on debut and with the loss of only one set. His career’s longevity and resilience were highlighted by a nine-year gap before capturing his next world crown in 2003, followed by a third in 2008, making him the first man to win world titles in three venues.
His Alexandra Palace victory placed him alongside darts royalty such as Bristow, Taylor, and van Barneveld as a three-time world champion, and he remains the only non-European to win the PDC World Championship. Beyond titles, he helped expand darts’ presence in North America and became a respected voice of the sport. His 2017 induction into the PDC Hall of Fame cemented his legacy as one of darts’ most admired pioneers.
8 Luke Humphries
Few players have risen as sharply as “Cool Hand Luke,” who surged to world number one in early 2024 and held that position into late 2025. A standout in youth darts, he collected the 2019 World Youth Championship and eleven Development Tour titles. His early senior career included back-to-back World Championship quarter-finals, followed by a breakout 2022 European Tour season. Major success arrived in 2023 with the World Grand Prix, paving the way for his career-defining 2024 World Championship victory over Luke Littler.
Humphries added the Premier League, World Masters and World Matchplay titles in 2024, solidifying his elite status. With eight major singles titles and more than 20 PDC trophies, he has already placed himself among the sport’s most successful modern players. His World Cup win for England alongside Michael Smith further showcased his leadership on the international stage.
7 Luke Littler
The sport’s most explosive modern phenomenon, “The Nuke,” became the youngest world champion in darts history after winning the 2025 PDC World Championship at just 17. His rise began with the 2023 World Youth Championship and several Development Tour victories, followed by a remarkable run to the 2024 World Championship final aged only 16. His second straight final appearance delivered a historic victory over Michael van Gerwen.
By 2025, he had already claimed major titles across the Grand Slam, UK Open, World Matchplay, World Grand Prix and Players Championship, and reached world number one — the youngest ever. His rapid ascent sparked “Littlermania” across Britain and earned him BBC Young Sports Personality of the Year in 2024. With nine major singles titles before adulthood, his potential is extraordinary.
6 Gary Anderson
One of the sport’s smoothest throwers, “The Flying Scotsman” built a career defined by heavy scoring, calm precision and two World Championship titles in 2015 and 2016. Before joining the PDC, he was already a major winner in the BDO, claiming trophies such as the International Darts League and Finder Masters.
His PDC career brought multiple world finals and victories over legends like Phil Taylor and Adrian Lewis. Away from the world stage, his trophy cabinet features Premier League, UK Open, World Matchplay and Champions League titles, plus a 2019 World Cup win alongside Peter Wright. With nearly 40 Pro Tour wins and more than 50 PDC titles overall, he remains one of darts’ most decorated champions. His fluid style and consistent excellence have earned him deep admiration across the sport.
5 Raymond van Barneveld
Dutch darts reached new heights thanks to “Barney,” a five-time world champion who briefly held world number one in 2008. His BDO achievements included four world titles, World Masters triumphs and dominance across the Dutch Open, WDF World Cup and International Darts League. A switch to the PDC elevated his legend further with UK Open wins, Premier League success and a famous 2007 World Championship victory over Phil Taylor, tying him with Eric Bristow on five world titles.
His partnerships in the World Cup produced four PDC titles for the Netherlands. Widely credited for transforming darts’ popularity in his home nation, he became one of the sport’s most influential figures. Though he announced retirement in 2019, he later returned and regained his Tour Card in 2021, continuing to compete at a high level.
4 Peter Wright
One of darts’ most colourful figures, “Snakebite” became a two-time world champion after claiming the 2020 and 2022 titles. His career path was unconventional: after a brief appearance at the 1995 BDO World Championship, he left the professional scene for over a decade, working regular jobs before returning in his late 30s. His persistence paid off as he rose steadily through the rankings, making the 2014 World Championship final and winning his first major at the 2017 UK Open.
Since then, he has added the World Matchplay along with multiple European Tour triumphs, collecting eight major singles titles. His flamboyant Mohican hairstyles, vivid outfits and lively walk-on have made him one of the sport’s most recognisable personalities. Behind the showmanship lies a relentless competitor who built a remarkable late-blooming career.
3 Eric Bristow
Darts in the 1980s revolved around “The Crafty Cockney,” a five-time world champion whose confidence, charisma and skill helped shape the sport’s televised boom. Ranked world number one multiple times, he dominated major events including the World Masters and WDF World Cup, collecting 80 total titles across singles and team competitions.
His career shifted after developing dartitis in 1986, yet he continued to compete strongly and played a key role in mentoring future greats — most notably Phil Taylor. Bristow was also central to the 1993 split that formed the PDC, helping modernise the professional game. Even after retiring in 2007, he remained a familiar voice on television, contributing to darts’ growing popularity. His legacy endures through his achievements, his personality and the generations he inspired.
2 Michael van Gerwen
The Dutch sensation who grew into one of the sport’s all-time greats burst onto the scene as a teenager, winning the 2006 World Masters at 17 and throwing a televised nine-darter soon after. Consistency arrived in 2012 as he climbed from world number 38 to the top tier, leading to his first world title in 2014 at just 24.
Two more followed in 2017 and 2019 as he established himself as one of darts’ most dominant forces. His tally of 48 major singles titles includes record-setting Premier League, World Grand Prix and World Matchplay victories. His partnership with Raymond van Barneveld delivered multiple World Cups for the Netherlands, and his scoring power produced the highest televised average ever recorded. With more than 150 PDC titles and the most Pro Tour wins in history, he stands as the sport’s most successful player since Phil Taylor.
1 Phil Taylor
Regarded by many as the greatest darter of all time, “The Power” redefined what dominance looked like in professional sport. From humble beginnings, he stunned the world with his 1990 championship win as an unseeded outsider. His career skyrocketed after helping form the PDC in 1993, leading to an unmatched era of success. Eight straight world titles between 1995 and 2002, 14 consecutive world finals and a total of 16 world championships set records unlikely ever to be surpassed.
Alongside 87 major titles and 70 Pro Tour victories, he delivered 11 televised nine-darters and became the first player to hit two in a single match. His six PDC Player of the Year awards and two BBC Sports Personality nominations showcased his mainstream impact. Even in his farewell year of 2018, he reached the World Championship final. His influence still defines the sport today.