Luke Humphries joins LUKE LITTLER DEBATE: 'Gary Anderson is right, MEDIA NEED TO LET HIM PLAY'

Luke Humphries speaks following his nail-biting win over Joe Cullen to confirm a quarter-final against Dave Chisnall at the 2024 PDC World Darts Championship. Humphries also discusses the pressure put on Luke Littler and Michael Van Gerwen.
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[@Luvarby]

One of the all-time matches. Luke is not my favorite, pulled for Cullen the whole way, yet Luke put on a performance for the ages. Total respect for such grit & determination. Cullen was amazing, as well. Great TV.

[@paulprice1986]

Luke seems like a good lad, never met the bloke but I think he's the 2024 World Champ picked him from the start 2 win but I might be wrong

[@peterjohnston4472]

Cant take to him hes a nob head .but wat a match thst was gutted for Joe ! ​@@paulprice1986

[@DJMorley18]

@@paulprice1986He’s just really mardy. Moaning about the crowd the other day when it wasn’t even that bad. He’s a fantastic player though, don’t get me wrong.

[@rolef6084]

@@paulprice1986 yea its a bit tough because he keeps knocking people im rly a fan of out and im not rly a fan of his, but u also cant really hate the lad cuz he just seems like a nice bloke with a nice story and a good head.

[@harrygates7450]

@@DJMorley18 assuming you’re talking about the Pietrezco match? Was you there? The TV doesn’t do the crowd noise justice, no word of a lie the palace was probably half German nationals and they were bang up for it! Great atmosphere, and banger between the sets of fans, but very tough for Luke that evening as they were very loud and proud of their man.

[@kevinVersus]

Most insane match I’ve ever seen. This tournament creates magic moments

[@stevewhitworth2259]

Well spoken that man.

[@daveelson213]

ive watched a few of these interviews and it would help if the questions was louder, struggle to hear whats being asked

[@harrisonmckenzie4905]

The questions are all the same, you're not missing out.

[@buzzbladz7142]

Put on subtitles. That's the only way I can follow it

[@daveelson213]

@@buzzbladz7142 sometimes they can be a pain in the arse to read lol

[@neilfitzsimon2377]

All just generic shite.

[@mr.mickey3757]

Nothing against Luke but I was rooting for Joe - that said...I can't understand why there seems to be a lot of Luke-haters about. He's always come across as a well-spoken, respectful lad who doesn't do insulting talk and just gets on with the game at a decent pace. Despite his recent success, I can't see him being a 110+ merchant like Taylor, MVG, Wright, Anderson etc. (aka the elite) but that won't stop him from winning it outright.

[@TheCourage89]

I think he's seen as "not the right sort". His ring entrance is a bit of a buzz kill I'd argue. He's quite flat as a personality and just plays his darts. Has no interest at all in ANY interaction with the crowd. None of that plays well especially well with the Ally Pally crowd, who often, a fair few are up their own arse. For me, I really like him and really rate him. The world no 1 right now, but I do get the sense the ally pally going public have made their mind up, they aren't having him and that's the end of it.

[@kujon1968]

It isn't a debate...let him play.

[@DeeTeaDee]

Good lad 👍🏻

[@papaduck888]

9.14 for littler talk

[@giovannischulze1253]

Cheers

[@therainmakerinsider]

9:14

[@ermencg1630]

Humpries has shown this year that he is the most mentaly prepared of them all. He always starts slow gets outplayed in the beginning but comes back and just powers through every single failure of tempo and scoring. Its so interesting to watch.

[@ryanjones3743]

I agree I can't see past him, yes littler is the most inform and has the highest tournament average but I think Humphries v Dobey will be the final

[@kenbrudenell921]

Both Luke's will reach the final. Feel for Cullen though 😢

[@lukeeg1519]

@@ryanjones3743 wrong dobey has the highest average

[@neilfitzsimon2377]

How do you know the players mental preparations where worse than lukes?

[@tago69mago671]

Cullen had plenty of chances. Always bottles it. Needs to learn to get over the line in tight games like this. Smith and Wright used to bottle it in the big moments and look how they've progressed. Cullen knows he should have won that and looked distraught at the end. Great match to watch for the neutral.

[@timcomley5948]

Alright mr expert you give it a go and tell us how you get on.

[@DJMorley18]

‘Bottles it’ - everyone throws that around far too much. Being beaten by another excellent player in a tight game doesn’t mean you bottled it. Humphries missed about nine darts to win before that too!

[@ringstinga]

Cracking game from both guys ! Joe will have his day just like M Smith was so close so many times but he will get there in the end . Respect to both .

[@kennethtalbott2233]

some nice words from luke and also a fantastic win in an epic match.

[@johngreenhorn8853]

Great interview loved the credit he gave Cullen as well.

[@neilfitzsimon2377]

Easy when you've won

[@johngreenhorn8853]

@@neilfitzsimon2377 ?

[@stingerbee8346]

This is the best Luke Humphries right here.

[@wheresthedeli8822]

He said he believes in fate - somewhat delusional.

[@Teeko2003]

​@@wheresthedeli8822albeit prompted by the journalist who asked the fate question. Stop being a Dope

[@timcomley5948]

Calm down

[@flipsideaddict3247]

Get off his 🛎️ end the guys a dosser

[@johngreenhorn8853]

​@flipsideaddict3247 Give us one reason why,he's articulate,genuine praiseworthy to his opponents not a bighead,maybe you don't like the guy doesn't make him a bellend I reckon if you want to see a bellend just get a mirror.

[@gregball9850]

True professional, darts and media, all round top guy. Also last night was the best game of the worlds ever, felt like a finale. Bring on tomorrow

[@fischergreen4134]

Impressive interview

[@peterlewis3540]

Young future stars of the game, do not need all the media pressure. What they need is a lot of encouragement and support from the top management in the game of darts. For a player so young, to get so far in the tournament, will ensure his long term future. Without doubt a World champion for the future

[@donwickens]

Great interview

[@dogsbollocksgenius9480]

Tbf if I was a 16 year old kid getting all this hype and attention I’d be loving it, it depends on his character, for all they know he might be enjoying it

[@somemotherdoavem]

Yeah I think he is to be fair he has no fear at 16 or nerves

[@WeAreQuestionDutch]

This, why do they think they need to talk for him? It's fear and jealous behaviour imo.

[@mikeydoc11]

People like smoking cigarettes and drinking cans of beer in abandoned houses and sheds at 16, doesn’t mean it’s good for them. He might enjoy it, but he isn’t old enough to understand that it’s a distraction from what he should be focused on and in 2023 it only takes the smallest thing for a group of people to be offended and turn on you, he doesn’t need that

[@dogsbollocksgenius9480]

@@mikeydoc11 he’s currently at the Tottenham game probably having the time of his life, bore off, if it was negatively affecting him he wouldn’t be sat next to James Maddison at the footy would he, kid is having the time of his life and melts like you are worried about it affecting him, he’s just averaged 105 ffs, yeah it’s really hindering his performance🤣

[@dogsbollocksgenius9480]

@@mikeydoc11 some people are just that talented and obsessed with their sport they dont feel pressure, Wayne Rooney scored a winning goal against the premier league champions aged 16 and went home and played football with his mates like nothing had happened, Mike Tyson hardly felt pressure when he was knocking everyone out as a teenager, those two examples are much more pressurised than what Littler is under.

[@benrichards399]

Humphries showing in the thumbnail what Luke littler hasn't experienced yet...

[@gordonbiggar6779]

What a match entertaining to watch

[@denchik-ex7ep]

Luke is perfect!!! I think no one will stop him, MGV is several points behind Luke in terms of stability!!! I think this guy will take the WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP!!! GOOD LUCK LUKE!!!

[@DJWHITE_]

Exactly, let Littler experience this and show us all what he’s got. The media will have enough time to invade his life after. It’s great to see these lads protect him.

[@smashyrashy]

And boy have they

[@MrEzPc]

make the reporters use a mic please.

[@mdennis3502]

Spoke well great match the best man won basically

[@sammys8540]

What a well spoken and nice young man!😊

[@glynmatthews678]

deserves more fans this guy ...

[@sean_43]

He's a bit boring and a bit too nice. He's not good enough anyway.

[@glynmatthews678]

@@sean_43 What you mean he doesn't have a huge beer belly and covered in tattoos 😂😂

[@sean_43]

@@glynmatthews678 no he's just too nice. It's the personality that makes darts players appeal.

[@oogabooga2337]

@@sean_43not good enough? hes just played an amazing game and won 3 majors in a couple months

[@sean_43]

@@oogabooga2337 I would say one major. The grand slam of darts. The others are ranking titles but not really huge events known to anyone outside the world of darts

[@Marktb363]

Very likable chap 👍

[@kaymorrice8141]

Wiles and now it’s the two Lukes in the Final!!!

[@Powney888]

Man just listen to the sheer difference in Humphries’s interviews compared to the likes of MVG. Extremely level headed, massively humble, respects every player left in it and recognises they’ve all got a chance. All that comes out of MVG’s mouth is insults, stupidity, no credit towards opponents. MVG could take a LOT from the way Luke conducts himself!

[@daz4643]

Who is the camera man? His face was not in focus for ages.

[@viper5559]

Even with the media littler is playing unbelievable

[@tomb1950]

Im not a humphries fan but I have to give him credit. I think he's probably the most intelligent bloke in the game. But I do think he's got lucky in this tournament. Think he'll be out in next round

[@michaelandrews4044]

His quality has made his luck. No one else would have gotten out these situations

[@biggeordie245]

Being superstitious about a particular set of darts can’t end well. Perhaps that is why Taylor gave away his winning sets.

[@allanparker3190]

I just hope everyone leaves young luke alone with all these mind games especially van GerwynI think they're a bit scared of luke , especially how he is playing, come on the nuke

[@BoschGuy]

Leave Littler alone until his an adult... his peers are protecting him... they know this is someone special!

[@therainmakerinsider]

Gary made that statement, he was eliminated. Humphries will be out on Monday.

[@khumolekang6776]

Don't think Luke will lose to Chizzy though

[@somemotherdoavem]

Very posh for a darts player very polite and himble good lad.

[@jimmelton5846]

Posh = devoid of heavy accent.

[@hfranke07]

Focus, Billy,,,, Focus!!!! LOL.... what a great dart player.

[@futurez12]

I'm sorry but it comes with the territory, no matter what age you are. The guy's 17 next month, he could wait until he's 18+ to start playing on the tour if he's worried about the press. If his parents are concerned then they should be telling him to wait. The press have a job to do and that job is to sell news. In today's world, that means soundbites, clickbate headlines, and sensationalism. Whether we like that or not, it's how they get the most exposure, attract the most advertising, and thus make the most money. That way of doing things isn't gonna go away so we may as well get used to it and accept it. This very channel has done the same thing: thumbnail of a player using an angry pointing gesture; sensationalist title; capitalising quotes; and using a 16 year-old wonderkid's name. Nothing wrong with that, it's how you get exposure; EVERYONE does it and will continue to do it.

[@UnboxRacing]

Well said. What exactly has the media done? He's not a normal 16 yr old, reminds me of Wayne Rooney. He can handle himself and has a team around him, they can do the necessary PR. If I were Littler I would be laughing at these big men running to defend me. Are they hoping Littler will take it easy on them??😂

[@davidcarroll6222]

Think he can get over Chissy ..he is due for a big match this tournament

[@fukusushi3467]

He’s won like 2-3 majors just this year

[@lukegriffiths9645]

Headlines: "Humphries puts pressure on Littler by claiming the title is his to lose"

[@ShalomBrother]

Some newtons on him the lad

[@TomatoTomato-ov9qc]

Two round he just won it needs to play and hit doubles

[@jamesbaker6834]

With luck he had he will win this tournament

[@RealtalkManc]

He’s 32 but identifies as 16

[@deantownie7441]

Littler is the male Beau Greaves.

[@oogabooga2337]

except littler is good

[@jimmelton5846]

Dont remember ever viewing this channel but I have been flagged for hate speech. Can a mod let me know what it was that was deemed offensive? It's darts for heavens sake. 😂

[@bigwoodbear4192]

8:14

[@patrickba5083]

Sky will hype him up big time just like they do for everything else

[@water2bank804]

Say it again.....mvg had ten times the pressure littler is facing at that age and mvg lived up to the hype because he was that good and he handled the pressure If littler is that good the hype is irrelevant around him he can either handle the pressure like mvg did or he will crumble because the pressure is too much for him....this is what makes or breaks players

[@Powney888]

MVG didn’t win the title at 16. Took him a number of years before he was even competing. Luke actually could win it and he’s challenging for it right now. Absolutely insane!

[@water2bank804]

@Powney888 that's my point littler is facing spotlight pressure to win a tournament and he's on form fair play but van gerwen was pushed at that age as the best thing darts will ever see and to win everything and dominate darts for a period etc I like littler I think hes handling the pressure well hes been amazing and I hope he continues too handle the pressure and play as freely as he is now

[@user-mb2ys5pu3w]

Brendan Dolan will win the tournament

[@_-Tripster2011-_]

Not a chance !

[@51elephantchang]

Don't blame the media blame the people who consume the media..

[@WeAreQuestionDutch]

Why blame anyone at all? If Littler isn't complaining, why do the others out of his name or (apparently) for his sake.

[@twatinahatsmith7428]

​@@WeAreQuestionDutch I kind of have two minds over it. Me myself don't care, or very rarely care about media. The public seems to want it in general and it is a newsworthy story, considering his age and considerable talent, it's natural to take an interest in him. Lets wait and see how he handles it when he can't even go for a shit without it being reported, because his private life will be invaded looking for stories. They build up, then look for ways to knock them down.

[@SK-ky8dh]

Like mvg said about pikachu. Joe Cullen has no balls

[@connorhall70]

Top bloke is luke

[@WeAreQuestionDutch]

I don't understand this anti media/Littler from the older players, comes over to jealous from them. As if they wouldn't want the media attention when performing at that age like Littler does. More media for Littler is more sponsor for him, and by that, less for the others. Imo, Littler deserves all the media attention he receives and if he doesn't complain, why do the others out of his name or apparently for his interest, i don't by that at all.

[@Superman-nn4nw]

That’s bollocks. The media don’t provide him with sponsorship. If he’s allowed to play darts and win tournaments without the media pressure he will never be short of sponsorship. See it for what it is fellow players looking out for a talented young man.

[@frankiebenson3212]

Luke Littler is an awesome darter, but has anyone noticed for a lad of 16 he is not getting any Littler.

[@sonnyreddevil69]

That’s crap that is. That stinks. Get out.

[@dibbs72]

Thata a Yellow card 😂😂

[@007thecookster]

Smoking dope and benson mix moment

[@frankiebenson3212]

@@sonnyreddevil69 No its not his weight is unhealthy for someone so young.

[@sonnyreddevil69]

@@frankiebenson3212 bore off

[@RyanGRyan1985]

Players too scared to blame the bin dippers

[@ulfeliasson5413]

16??? Looks 36. Hope he wins.

[@bhenchordsingh5028]

We can’t have that 16 year old win anything we need to support our old school legends and older players

[@pos2215]

Le him play darts and say nothing well it doesn’t work that way Gary and Luke humphries, luke litlers the biggest thing in darts at the moment it goes with the territory so stop talking crap

[@Andyc515]

Cullen should of won that! Luke struggled! And yet again gobby dan dawson babbling on n on through out ruined it yet again constantly storytelling and articulate as hell.. Shut up!!! No need for him at all!!

[@neilfitzsimon2377]

Yes complete tool

[@reggyhlm1939]

i hope humphries is not in the final i do'nt like him one bit

[@user-je4to6lp9w]

Why doesn't luke littler just refuse to speak to the media?? I know I would

[@TizerisT.]

Why would he do that?

[@MikeHunt-nt4nz]

I think they are just jealous

[@bampitony6108]

Your well pay for playing a pub game.. Sky blows every thing out of proportion.. What next the shove a halfpenny world championship.. Or Domino's premier league.. 😂😂😂🥕🥕🥕

[@yamyite]

Cullen bottled it, Humphries didn’t win it. Come on Littler!

[@ozdesignbt]

I hope Cullen becomes world champion sooner than Humphries... .

[@cliffbutler9820]

I have never seen a more luckiest player in this tournament. Luke the fluke has been the luckiest player in this tournament. I hope Chissy can beat this luck the fluke. Because there is nothing worse than a player having all the luck and win. While the best players get knocked out because of luck. Someone tell me if Luke littler and Luke the fluke got to the final. Who deserves to win on performance. I predicting a littler and gerwin final if they don't meet.

[@SteveNinetyski]

You sound a little bitter, pal. (Aswell as thick as chit) "I have never seen a more luckiest player" In English, that translates to : "I have never seen a luckier player" Or, I have never seen a more lucky player" Or "I have never seen anyone so lucky" ..Or a hundred different ways...but you chose "more luckiest" Proper tikasfook.

[@Dad-Gad]

What a boring man , not saying he's not a good player , just no charisma unfortunately .

[@BLADE_RISE]

Who seriously fucking cares? He is just being himself trying to make a living. Such an unnecessary comment.

[@tago69mago671]

James Wade is boring. Think this lad comes over pretty good.

[@tostrmofo6686]

@@tago69mago671 He totally comes over pretty down to earth, with a lot of common sense and intelligence. I like it a lot and find it much more convenient than someone making a show out of it. I haven't been following Darts for the last few years so I haven't seen too much of him in press conferences. Didn't like him before because I found him kind of unlikeable for no cause whatever. After listening to this I took a liking to him.

[@tago69mago671]

@@tostrmofo6686 totally agree. He's down to earth, says what he thinks while being respectful and isn't full of cliches like a lot of sports stars, actually has an opinion instead of just agreeing with the questioner. Seems a nice young lad who has worked very hard on his game, lost a lot of weight to get fit and genuinely has the hunger and drive to get to the top.

[@timcomley5948]

You’d know

[@billy-sv7rk]

All these big boys like luke nd Gary speaking out about littler shows there scared of him good luck kid keep these boys worried