The stage is set for a thrilling climax at the 2026 PDC World Darts Championship, with just four players remaining in the hunt for the coveted Sid Waddell Trophy and a record-breaking £1 million winner's cheque. Defending champion Luke Littler leads the charge as he aims to join an elite group of players who have successfully retained the title.
Semi-Final Showdowns at Alexandra Palace
The final four will battle it out in a blockbuster evening session at London's Alexandra Palace on Friday, 2nd January 2026. The night will feature two gripping semi-final clashes that promise high drama and world-class tungsten action.
The session opens with a fascinating generational duel between two-time champion Gary Anderson and Dutch sensation Gian van Veen. Van Veen, 32 years Anderson's junior, stormed into the last four with a stunning upset over world number two and 2024 champion Luke Humphries.
Littler Faces Searle in Title Defence Bid
The second semi-final will see the teenage phenom, Luke Littler, continue his quest for back-to-back world titles. He faces the formidable Ryan Searle, who has been in imperious form, dropping just two sets on his path to the semi-finals. Littler booked his place with a dominant victory over Krzysztof Ratajski, but Searle represents his toughest challenge yet.
Luke Littler is scheduled to play at approximately 9pm GMT, following the conclusion of the Anderson vs Van Veen match, which is set to begin at around 7.45pm. All eyes will be on Littler to see if he can handle the immense pressure of being the hunted champion.
How to Watch the Darts Semi-Finals Live
Darts fans across the UK will not miss a moment of the action. Live coverage of the semi-finals begins at 7.30pm on Sky Sports Darts and Sky Sports Main Event.
Viewers can also stream the entire session live via the Sky Go app or by purchasing a NOW TV Sports Membership. The stakes could not be higher, with a place in the final and that life-changing £1 million prize on the line.
