Luke Littler is poised to dominate the world of darts, much like the iconic Phil Taylor, if he maintains his current impressive form. His remarkable performance in the World Matchplay, where he secured a 16-7 victory over Josh Rock with an average of 109.57 and a 53% success rate on doubles, has solidified his position. Littler, nicknamed 'The Nuke', will face off against Dirk van Duijvenbode in the semi-finals.
As the current world No 1, he aims to become the first player since Michael van Gerwen in 2016 to achieve back-to-back wins in Blackpool. When asked about his potential to dominate the sport like Phil Taylor, Littler expressed his confidence, citing his high averages and scoring power.
He also discussed the prospect of being the first player to reach £3m in order of merit, stating that he believes he can achieve this feat if he continues to perform at his current level. Littler currently holds multiple titles, including the World Darts Championship, UK Open, Premier League, and Masters, and is defending several other championships. His exceptional form has led to suggestions that he could be on track for the greatest ever Matchplay performance.