Former darts world champion Mark Webster has announced his return to broadcasting duties after revealing he was diagnosed with a rare form of blood cancer. The 42-year-old Welshman, who won the 2008 BDO World Championship, will resume his punditry role at the Premier League on Thursday.
Webster disclosed in January that he had been diagnosed with hairy cell leukaemia, a chronic blood cancer with a high survival rate. He has been undergoing chemotherapy and initially struggled with recovery, but his condition has improved significantly. In a post on X, he said: 'I'm delighted to say that since this interview was filmed, things have improved. Although I'm still undergoing treatment, I have been cleared to return to Premier League duty on Thursday.'
Webster had been absent from television coverage since February, missing several weeks of the Premier League season. He expressed frustration at being unable to work due to his weakened immune system, but his medical team has now given him the all-clear. 'In myself I feel fine and I would love to go back to work, but they don't like the environment I work in,' he previously said.
Hairy cell leukaemia is rare and typically affects middle-aged adults, but most patients achieve remission with treatment. Webster noted that the prognosis is good, with 95% of cases successful. He had experienced fatigue and tiredness before his diagnosis.
Webster's return comes as the Premier League season nears its climax, with Luke Littler leading the standings. The Welshman, who retired from professional darts seven years ago, has become a familiar face on Sky Sports' coverage.
