Darts sensation Luke Littler has expressed a desire to step into the boxing ring, but faces opposition from his girlfriend. The 19-year-old two-time world champion told DAZN he would be open to a one-off fight under the Misfits banner.
Littler attended a boxing event in Liverpool on Saturday to support his friend, middleweight Luke Turner, who won his bout. However, the teenage star revealed a personal obstacle: 'I'd love to, but the missus does not want me to. I'd love to, a one-off definitely, on Misfits.' When asked about potential opponents, he simply replied: 'Anyone.'
Littler recently secured his second PDC World Championship title by defeating Gian van Veen in the final at Alexandra Palace. He also won the Saudi Masters and the World Masters, entering the Premier League in top form. However, van Veen exacted revenge with a 6-4 win in Newcastle, causing Littler's early exit.
Former professional Matt Edgar suggested Littler's vulnerability lies in the first-to-six format, saying: 'He's vulnerable on the ProTour... He doesn't have time in the Premier League. Maybe this is where we are going to see Luke not be as dominant.' Darts content creator Charlie Murphy added: 'I don't think it's going to continue for Luke to lose round one games... I think he can switch it on when he really needs to.'
Littler is set to return to the oche against world No.2 Luke Humphries on the second night of the Premier League in Antwerp this Thursday.
