MASTER vs APPRENTICE! | Day 13 Evening Highlights | 2023/24 Paddy Power World Darts Championship

[@Failociraptor]

Barney looked like a proud father when he got beat. Like a torch being passed. Amazing stuff.

[@jst6114]

All Littler deserves he is amazing. If he keeps playing like this I don't know who will stop him.

[@simonlevett4776]

You don't know, well MVG might be a good guess.@@jst6114

[@briancrowley6896]

One of the best sessions in World Championship history, an upset by Dolan in a great game beating Anderson 4-3, Littler demolishing Barney 4-1 with a 105 average and one of the most dramatic games with Humphries barley beating Cullen in a classic. Unreal darts 🎯

[@matt_dobson0614]

Soooo gutted I missed it! Kudos to the editors of these highlights cos they always seem to replicate the drama of watching live very well.

[@MC-uw1rq]

Yeah, thanks for the deliberate spoilers

[@666serenity]

@@MC-uw1rq Your own fault for reading comments before you finished watching you fucking weapon

[@666serenity]

Proper fucking darts

[@likilikiki]

@@MC-uw1rq Maybe you should watch the video first before reading the comments next time, genius.

[@0SnakeDoctor]

Match of the year between Cool Hand and the Rockstar. Absolutely gutted for Joe, but what an unbelievable game of darts.

[@sarahwelty9223]

Gutted for Joe Cullen it was so close!

[@mrgrimm53]

Sadly he choked that one, that leg for the match was really hard to watch. Was surprised he 'came back' after that.

[@winner9766]

That second-last leg was absolutely nerve racking, gutted for Cullen.

[@yusufluhar5881]

U mean second last leg

[@Robkinggozer]

Yes me too, was really rooting for Cullen.

[@89768]

Go feed the squirrels and chill out

[@anthonymatute6057]

Like, it almost reminded me of the 1992 lakeside final between Taylor and Gregory

[@TeamBabylon-dp2xf]

Cullen also had match darts in the Premier League and missed. He don't have the bottle I feel.

[@richspring5418]

Heartbreak for joe, feel for him massively😭😭

[@jeppie_1755]

Thx for spoiling sore loser

[@normaler1870]

😢😢😢

[@tonyjonesbassoonwhippet2271]

Yeah, that was rough. Really feel for him. You know that one is going to hurt for a while😔😥

[@khill79]

Unless Luke wins it all, it’s gonna sting a lot. Luke should of been beat in the last 2 rounds

[@robgorta6131]

I was for him all the way.

[@UnitedReds99]

One of the best nights of Darts I've ever seen, the standard was on another level. Littler and Humphries take a bow, gutted for Cullen though that's one match where neither player deserved to lose!

[@sarahwelty9223]

I was on the edge of my seat watching that match poor Joe Cullen I honestly thought that he was gonna win for sure! But Humphries just comes out of nowhere just like he did against Pikachu 😂

[@UnitedReds99]

​@@sarahwelty9223Same here I still can't believe Cullen lost, Humphreyes finally shew up tonight the rest of the Darting world better watch out I think we're going to see a completely different Humphreys now for the rest of the tournament, people wrote him off far too soon he's now joint favourite to win along with MVG for me although I'd absolutely love to see Littler reach the final and the way he's playing there's no reason why he can't go all the way

[@richspring5418]

That double bust at the end was extraordinary

[@yusufluhar5881]

Shows they r only human and how hard darts is, when the pressure gets to u, ur hand doesnt respond the same way. It added to the drama massively.

[@thadonis.]

I know right, Polly James has some rack.

[@anthonymatute6057]

That was the most dramatic darting moments in darts i’ve ever seen in my life towards the end of the Humphries and Cullen match, like I would have had a literal heart attack experiencing what both these men experienced in that match tonight, insane!!!

[@yusufluhar5881]

@@anthonymatute6057 i dont think i could handle that sort of pressure let alone throw straight in those moments. These guys r extraordinary.

[@rahimsouaber5187]

@@yusufluhar5881i always think how are these guys hands not shaking with the adrenaline that must be going through them

[@DNRchist]

The way Barney congratulated Littler was very nice to see. Barney must realise Littler has a great future ahead of him and gave him a bit of a pep talk.

[@lukedavies1193]

Littler said after the match that barney said something along the lines of 'You can go all the way in this tournament, and I want you to'

[@DriesDroefneus]

@@lukedavies1193 Probably without the second part. His response on Dutch TV when asked who could possibly stop Littler: 'I really don't give a shit'

[@bengilliam7877]

What an incredible last game that was throughout its entirety. Gutted for Joe who played amazingly and probably should have won but Luke has balls of steel. To come back to 2-2 in sets in the way he did was good but the 100 and 86 checkouts to save the match, and his scoring in the very last leg of the match on the Cullen darts, were extraordinary. A classic that neither player deserved to lose

[@JanKowalsskkyy]

I've been watching darts for over two years and this was one of the most emotional session I've ever seen. Every second was interesting. EDIT: Imagine the bookmaker's odds for the Dolan-Littler quarterfinal. I don't know who to root for. I love both of them.

[@Джокер-т8п]

Безусловный фаворит в конторах Литтлер

[@BigGol]

I've watched it for nearly 20 my friend and that last match might be the best I've ever seen.

[@mladenradman7809]

@@BigGol It was really something. I rooted for both of them lol.

[@lbreindl6]

Littler is clear favorite for the bookies

[@JanKowalsskkyy]

@@lbreindl6 I meant that they would both be in the quarterfinal.

[@anthonymatute6057]

One of the best damn world darts championship sessions ever!!! Dolan upsets Gary Anderson 4-3, Littler destroying the 5 time world champion Raymond Van Barneveld averaging 105, and the incredible drama of Humphries and Cullen that went all the way to sudden death, what a night of darts!!! This year’s world championship is an absolutely special one!!!

[@yusufluhar5881]

OMG i have just about recovered from that. What a scintillating night of darts. Where do i even start. What a first match between Dolan and Anderson to start off the evening. The comeback from 0-2 to 3-2 from Gary and then Dolan winning the next 2 sets to take the match. Then the much anticipated match between a legend of the game in Barney taking on the next superstar of darts Littler and oh my word that guy is super special. To play like that at the age of 16 in the last 16 really makes me question his age. How on earth can u be that good. The cover shooting was absolutely unreal. I was in awe of what i was watching and he was doing it to Barney who wasnt playing bad himself but theres not much u can do when ur getting nuked like that. I did tell my family that even though that Barney Littler game was the one everyone was looking forward to, Humpries v Cullen would be a fantastic game which would be nip and tuck and i have to say that is one of the best matches i have ever seen. The drama, the pressure in the final set, how topsy turvy it was. What a way to end 2023 with one of, if not the best match of the year. What unbelievable drama with Humphries missing set darts in set 1 and being 2-0 down then getting it back to 2-2, then missing multiple set darts again in set 5 and going 3-2 down before getting it back to 3-3 and then that final set oh my goodness probably the best set ill ever see. Pure drama and the guys produced some of their best stuff in THE most pressure moments. When its 2-0 Cullen u think it may be over soon and then Cullen missed match darts on the back end of the 93 checkout and Humphries takes it to a tie break, then the first ton+ checkouts of the match take place on back to back legs and Humphries under pressure was unreal, taking out 100 with a Tops Tops finish with Cullen on 44 for the match and then the 86 checkout in 2 darts with Cullen waiting on 50 again for the match. Then Luke breaks and throwing for the match u think hes won it for sure and then the tension and drama as both players miss multiple chances under great pressure and we deserved a last leg decider to end 2023 and Humphries once again under the utmost pressure against the throw wins it on D10 with last dart in hand. I mean u cant write this stuff, its just darts at its best. Onto the new year and the quarter finals i simply cant wait for this. The business end of the tournament is here and may the best man win.

[@tonyjonesbassoonwhippet2271]

Your not wrong m8, that was a cracking night of darts. The Cullen/Humphries game was unreal drama. Gotta feel for Joe. Littler is outrageous, what a talent! and Dolan having a great run at the world's is great to see

[@mickcardiff3044]

Great humility and respect shown by both Luke and Barney. Good luck Luke, amazing darts..

[@att6484]

That's his idol tbf.

[@shadygunner9122]

​@@att6484no it's Phil Taylor

[@James-pc1ku]

What a truly beautiful moment when Barneveld put his arms around Littler 😢❤

[@simonlevett4776]

Yep, heart rendering stuff.

[@kevanmitchinsonmitchinson6981]

I cannot remember a more exciting run up to the finals of any dart competition ever. That Humphries , Cullen match was edge of your seat viewing

[@kungfuninja1998]

Littler and Barneys hug after Lukes win hit me in the feels for real tho

[@luckyspurs]

Crazy that Littler was born 20 days after Barney won the sudden death leg against Taylor at the Circus Tavern.

[@thadonis.]

Littler's got school in the morning. Cullen's got therapy.

[@sarahwelty9223]

And Rob Cross needs Valium

[@chestergordon70]

Anderson needs to retire and throw his darts away. Shocking performance by him

[@AlanBrown-d8w]

No Sarah he needs water 😂

[@AlanBrown-d8w]

I hope dobey beats him 😂

[@AAABBCCA]

One of the best sessions of darts I’ve seen. Luke Littler is a champion in the making. Feel for Cullen he played to the end and gave his all, what a game!

[@steve10]

I think he will win it , he is consistently playing the better darts , and one thing I've noticed is he can hit all over the board , he is unconventional in the way he plays , he often goes bull when T20 or T19 are open , which is kind of playing the percentages , if you miss the bull and get 25 it's better than missing the trebles and getting 20 or 19 , it's an interesting strategy. The D15 at the end isn't the usual tops or D16 , and at his age the pressure isn't as high as the older players who really don't want to lose to him. If he does go out then he is definitely a champion for the future , it will be up to his commitment, if he wins money and he gets to 18 and loses his focus then it might be a waste. It's going to be interesting what his concentration is in a 6 or 7 set game if he gets that far. I cant fathom how he can play this well with barely any experience onthe big stage , pure natural talent

[@intervisuals-xe6so]

MVG still has the better average in the tournament so far, but i am hoping for a Littler vs MVG final@@steve10

[@jerejere809]

Incredible how Brendan Dolan can surprise the experts everytime very happy for him. Littler is just out of this world. For him nerves are not existing. Yeah and Humphries lost again all of his 7 lifes, but Cullen got a deja vu from the Premier League final and bottled it again after such a great performance. Very interested for the quarter finals

[@peterbushby9009]

7 ,-1 bet in play

[@luckyspurs]

Feels like it's between Van Gerwen, Littler, Dobey and Humphries for the tournament now. Crazy.

[@NattyNickDxB]

Hes rubbish lol. Lucky gary wasnt warmed up at the start

[@att6484]

​@NattyNickDxB I wouldn't say he's rubbish but Gary was really off the boil in the first two sets that's for sure.

[@mccann82]

@@NattyNickDxBlol Gary was warmed up when he was 3-2 ahead then “rubbish” Dolan put in a 109 average set.

[@catbhoy]

RVB total Gent 👏

[@dalebaker5030]

rass, guys a complete jeremy hunt. Miserable at every exhibition, doesn't acknowledge anyone.

[@sarahwelty9223]

He's always very gracious and polite

[@TizerisT.]

Historic stuff...16 yr old Little Luke v Grand Master Barney, who's career spans decades....and what a way to win!

[@mackemforever]

Littler was born a week after RVB won his last world championship. Makes you realise quite how big the difference in age and experience is!

[@G.G14]

Barney is an underachiever and not a Master, at least not in the PDC, with the big boys.

[@jst6114]

​@@G.G14haha okay thats a stupid comment

[@G.G14]

@@jst6114 How? Barney is a serial loser.

[@jst6114]

@@G.G14 go play outside kid haha. Achieved more then most on the tour. Anyway if you can't appreciate people's achievements and talk pure rubbish about them. Then what are you doing here?

[@tvs704]

Best session of the tournament so far, talk about saving the best until last my word. The only thing somewhat sad is seeing these old legends not quite have that extra gear they once did, it truly feels like the end of an era is coming for some of the best players ever.

[@alexreid-wh9gq]

As the Tournament progreeses, the drama & tension is wracking up! As the late Sid Waddell would say, "To sum it up in one word: Magic Darts!"

[@abachniv]

Sucks we have to settle for a Littler/Dolan quarter instead of a final. Two best stories of the tournament this year.

[@johnedgecombe-g4b]

OMG,what an amazing round of darts,what do U say to an astounding showmanship of darts, thanks to all who provide this viewing, we all had to pay per view yrs ago, thanks KZbin,( Aussie John).

[@xtheamazingax]

Darts just keeps getting better and better. Luke Littler is no joke out there. We have a mega new star in the sport whatever happens from here. Do we dare believe he can become the youngest ever world champion? He certainly does! And why not? God I love this sport.

[@sarahwelty9223]

I hope the press don't ruin it for the new kid on the block Littler

[@stingerbee8346]

@@sarahwelty9223 At this point he has two great shields against the press ruining him. He calls them Mum and Dad.

[@sh-spectrum409]

I certainly wouldn’t be upset if he took Jelle’s record as youngest ever World Darts Champion.

[@mrgrimm53]

He's in the clouds right now , but the thing is. How will he respond if he loses ? Rock was kind of similar , came in guns blazing. But then MvG beat him , and he hasn't been the same ever since...

[@PimpSlapz]

Luke vs Joe was so intense!!! Might be the most intense game i've ever seen!!!

[@sh-spectrum409]

What a way for Luke to show the whole world *why* he should be considered a World Championship contender! Unflappable where it really counted.🤩

[@krispy529]

Which Luke?

[@sh-spectrum409]

@@krispy529 Cool Hand Luke Humphries. My bad, I forgot that Littler was still in the tournament.

[@jakubgrzywacz9980]

I can say it now, Humphries vs Cullen match of tournament.

[@michaszostak2757]

tournament? a year...

[@messimagico]

OMG!!! Cullen an Humphries WOW!!

[@cactuarnoob100]

These PM games were so fire! Was awesome to watch!

[@thadonis.]

Anderson playin well is like our new dog takin a dump. He only does it on the floor.

[@Leo-wj1ji]

Best session of darts ever gutted for cullen... but congratss luke and luke

[@wade6282]

I have only been following darts for this years World Championship but watching Humpries versus Cullen was unreal.

[@Robkinggozer]

First match I've ever seen but it rivals some of the best matches I've seen in years.

[@bethechange4726]

Luke and Joe, thanks for a Epic match!! Wow!!!!

[@BarrieRobson]

If Joe Cullen had hit the D16 after hitting 2 bullseyes, the whole of ally pally would have gone crazy.

[@mickcardiff3044]

Wow, Brendan!! Another huge victory. You're usually a whipping boy. Go on son, good luck, go and win it.

[@boom4301]

Wow, can’t quite believe Gary missed those darts to level it up at 2 legs each especially the 128z Dolans calmness on the pressure doubles is admirable. Fair play to him. Im sure Gary will be back

[@JordanCurley-2]

Luke and Joe one of the best matches in the history of the world darts championship I dare say better than then last year's final

[@cocobob6025]

WHAT AN INCREDIBLE LAST MATCH HUMPHRIES how in the world did he clutch that

[@bengilliam7877]

The guy is just a robot at this point. Didn't even look that fazed towards the end while Joe looked like he was about to pass out!

[@giannivb7738]

​@@bengilliam7877 Humphries is just one of the strongest players mentally. He doesn't care how much he's behind, he stays calm and fights back, and you clearly saw at the end how shocked he was. He couldn't believe he won

[@bengilliam7877]

​@@giannivb7738yeah well said. He's said himself he doesn't know how he always pulls it out the bag. Just manages to stay in the zone somehow and when it's over it's over

[@elonif4125]

@@bengilliam7877Humphries looked really tense to me at the end but managed his nerves slightly better then Cullen.

[@chestergordon70]

Littler is nerveless

[@dan003]

Cullen's trebles deserted him just when he needed them most. Think he went about 18 darts without a treble in that final set, and that killed him off. He should have won that match.

[@NickHalden47]

Heartbreaking joe 💔 you will get it one day

[@loiseserolf8423]

D best game i've ever seen humpries vs cullen....salute to both of u.....

[@TonysRcTechboom]

Luke is a breath of fresh air and hopefully youngens will be motivated by him 😊 Luke is Astonishing for his Age 😱 oh what a Dammmm last Game 😱

[@TheCooligan]

I have NEVER been glued to the screen like I was during that Cullen vs humphries match. Absolutely amazing. The most back and forth, close darts game I have ever seen.

[@kevinVersus]

I’ve never seen a darts match as exciting and intense as Luke vs Joe. Just wow

[@KingDomsKingdom85]

My favourite day of darts that I can remember, insane throughout. Outstanding.

[@olubukola107]

You know the session was really great for PDC to post almost 50mins of it💯💯

[@MiemKing]

Unbelievable last match.. john part commentary 👌☝️💯👍

[@Uptheroyals80]

That Cullen humphries game was immense modern classic game

[@luckyspurs]

John Part's voice going at the perfect time.

[@DenisDurkovic333]

Stunning!

[@johnhammarstrom1790]

Gotta feel for Cullen 😔😔

[@sarahwelty9223]

Definitely!😭😭

[@Agent-hh2kk]

The fact the only time humphriss was ahead was in the very last few legs of the entire match was extraordinary still suprised he won in the end

[@johnyare8576]

You sound gutted.

[@Agent-hh2kk]

For Cullen a bit but humphriss has not been playing well enough. MVG has one hand on the title already

[@jschnabes13]

Oh man what ending of that final match!!

[@nathancroft5839]

Littlers run is unbelievable

[@Qiqi_Kuchisabishii]

What a last match of the year!!

[@phillydavison]

Say what you want about darts but its bloody fantastic entertainment.

[@waynecooney4643]

what game to end the night. a classic. unlucky joe and well done luke.

[@julianto3796]

Glorious sport

[@BR-ip5pz]

it's no sport. It's a game

[@rieldebonk1044]

@@BR-ip5pz I Agree

[@royduncancarter1467]

@@BR-ip5pz In its most general definition, sports need to fill three requirements: physical exertion or skill, competition between players or teams and a defined set of rules that the competition 🤔definitely a sport 🎯

[@johnyare8576]

The booing Humphries and Dolan was ridiculous.

[@luckyspurs]

OK, that's legit one of the top 5 games I've ever seen in my life. What a match.

[@dylanmckay5985]

we are witnessing history with littler, absolutely outstanding

[@endangeredone]

Good double 15 first dart by littler to win match 😊 and the Cullen Humphries match amazing

[@YorkshirezNo1]

Hey PDC I beg that we get a single upload of the last set of Cullen Vs Humphries, it was one of the most dramatic and unbelievable sets of all time and deserves to be preserved on KZbin. Please and thank you Edit: or the entire match if possible! Was back and forth stuff, high averages, multiple 9 dart attempts

[@Boom12]

Wow, WOW. WOW!!!! And that's why you're called Cool Hand Luke!!!

[@SuperPushan]

ONE OF THE BEST MATCH EVER SEEN ... WHAT AN END OF THE YEAR 2023

[@normanhunter7]

Great day of darts all round....I'm exhausted now!

[@danp2275]

I could never take to Humphries for some reason but man what composure. Everytime he is on the brink he just finds a way too win. Incredible!

[@Robkinggozer]

Incredibly annoying hehe. But fair play.

[@it9427]

cry more man @@Robkinggozer

[@Robkinggozer]

@@it9427 Thanks for the advice but I'm no bitch like you.

[@timothijssen6128]

Feel bad for joe, almost feels like Luke's got plot armor at this point😅

[@martinconn6470]

The deciding leg between MVG and Luke at the Players Championship final: I am the most exciting, dramatic and tension filled leg of darts this year The 10th leg between Luke and Joe tonight: You WERE the most exciting, dramatic and tension filled leg of darts this year. I mean....I just have no words to describe how MAD that was. Absolutely jaw-dropping. A true "hold my beer" leg for sheer drama. Even though I know it ended, I could watch that leg over and over and over again. Neither of them deserved to lose, but someone had to. The beauty and indeed the tragedy of sport. Joe will be gutted and I feel for him. But give Luke his credit. His mental resolve is something else. He's living a bit of a charmed life in this tournament. Given that he survived a match dart against Snakebite in the Players Championship, before going on to win the tournament, I can't help but think that he is destined to become the World Champion this year. I could be spectacularly wrong, but I'll sure have some fun finding out.

[@jbsmarklinmodellbahn1728]

OMG, what a match at the end. Has to be the final. Brilliant darts from both.

[@deiselden]

id like to thank the crowd for being amazing an the players top entertainment

[@robinred1851]

I just can't believe Littler is 16, he looks like 36. But great victory, no doubt.

[@hel-vd8dc]

Who doesn't love it when It comes to a sudden death round

[@robgorta6131]

Heart breaker Joe. What a match.

[@christopherrichardson5352]

It was priceless on the last leg by Littler on that 170. To hit the two triple 20s, refuse the bull and take double 10 to the boos of the crowd. Had he missed the bull and got 25 his task would have been much more difficult. Instead he set himself up. Hitting that double 10 with his third dart and leaving double 15 only an inch lower on the board was genius. I think we are seeing the Ronnie O'Sullivan of darts!!! I hope he wins the whole thing. Good luck young man.

[@stephenallison1522]

Really pleased they brought the go-go girls back to the stage, what on earth were they thinking of dropping these delicious festive treats. Thank you.

[@BlueHopi144]

they always have them on stage 🤣

[@ironclad57]

The Cullins v Humphries would have been a great nail biting final

[@sh4rpy983]

Littler is just insane

[@Fourside__]

holy smokes, both luke and joe hitting treble 20's in the sudden death leg like its nothing. really sad for Joe, he deserved that but luke was better throughout the year. amazing i dont know when i was this hyped in a darts match

[@tomsharman3136]

Incredible video of great games!

[@stevejames918]

Wow wow wow wow what a game of darts , well done to both Luke and Joe a fantastic performance by both of you, and also Luke littler what an incredible lot of young players we have now 🎉 congratulations to all . Happy new year 🥳

[@jelleschrans2433]

I wouldn't be surprised if Littler actually becomes world champion. Nothing seems to faze him despite being only 16 years old.

[@sarahwelty9223]

Let's just hope that the media don't anhiliate him like they did with Josh Rock😂

[@jelleschrans2433]

@@sarahwelty9223 They already are to be fair. Its something inevitable it seems sadly

[@AlastairBarker]

mvg will splatter him.

[@hafeezrahman6149]

Luke littler what a player. Hope he becomes world champion. Just love this guy.

[@liamanderson6191]

Raymond you were brilliant and rolled back the years and didn’t get a sniff bar that miss in the 3rd set, littler wow

[@WeAreQuestionDutch]

I really like and appreciate these great uploads and editing. Very nice fast flow during each upload.

[@debbieroberts76]

RVB, such good grace and composure 👏

[@waynejohnson8009]

Littler is ruthless. Take aim hits it every time so quick so precise and ruthless finish on the double.

[@georgebamforth7372]

The best game ever between Humphries and Cullen!!! What a game!!

[@goodsport65]

2 words....GAME ON!!!

[@Moontanthefirst]

Barney’s behaviour during matches is exemplary, no theatricals or bad blood, just great darts. Beaten by a prodigy that we shall be seeing for decades.

[@Sean.hinchlffe]

What a night of darts, spectacular stuff.

[@tjcosta2286]

42:30 Humphries an Cullen was nothing short of nerve racking. Hats off to both of them gentlemen 👌

[@ilusion69]

BRAVO, BRAVO, BRAVO, Luke !!!

[@hoyit]

Dolan +330 against Littler is nuts. That’s a bet for me.

[@ColinFlowers]

The sets and legs format is so much better than a race in legs.

[@PAP-o7l]

A star is born.

[@Sam-cq3sl]

Well played Joe Cullen but Luke Humphries deserved that win, his double double tops was amazing and then near the end when both kept missing and busting their doubles was crazy

[@luckyspurs]

Littler averaging 105+ over 5 sets, at 16, is insane.

[@BlueHopi144]

and 110 in the 4 Th set