Beau Greaves and Fallon Sherrock are set to battle for the Betfred Women’s World Matchplay title on Sunday, while defending champion Lisa Ashton returns to the Blackpool arena to protect her crown. The event will feature the top eight competitors from the PDC Women’s Series rankings, all converging at the historic Winter Gardens. The tournament will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Action from 1:00 p.m., with the champion walking away with a £15,000 prize fund. Greaves arrives as the clear favourite, having already secured two Matchplay victories in the past four years.
Her breakthrough came earlier this year when she became the first woman to capture a PDC ranking title at Players Championship 11 in April, a feat that shocked many and cemented her status as a rising star. "Winning a ProTour event so early in my career was a real eye‑opener," Greaves admitted, reflecting on her rapid ascent. "I knew I could compete at the highest level, but the standard on the tour is extraordinary.
I expected to need more time to adjust, yet here I am, playing alongside the players I grew up watching. Darts is my passion, and every match feels like a bonus. This tournament is a highlight for all of us, and I’m thrilled to be back fighting for the title again." In the quarter‑finals, Greaves will meet Finland’s Kirsi Viinikainen, a steady competitor who has earned her spot among the elite eight. Meanwhile, 2022 champion Fallon Sherrock, who narrowly missed eleven match darts in last year’s final‑leg defeat to Ashton, opens her campaign against veteran Deta Hedman.
Sherrock, a fan favourite, expressed her determination: "Winning the 2022 title was one of the biggest moments of my career. Blackpool holds a special place in my heart, and I can’t wait to add another trophy to my collection. After missing match darts in the previous final, I’m extra hungry to claim the crown this time.
Deta is a formidable opponent, and I’ll have to bring my A‑game to overcome her." Ashton, the only other player capable of matching Greaves with back‑to‑back titles, will start her defence against Welsh No.1 Rhian O’Sullivan. The four‑time Lakeside Women’s champion said, "Lifting the trophy last year was a dream come true, especially because it happened in my hometown of Blackpool. It was an unforgettable experience and one of my proudest achievements. Winning a PDC title has always been a goal of mine, and finally doing it was absolutely brilliant." The tournament format follows a best‑of‑nine legs structure for the quarter‑finals and semi‑finals, culminating in a best‑of‑eleven legs final.
The prize distribution allocates £15,000 to the winner, £8,000 to the runner‑up, £4,500 to each semi‑finalist, and £2,000 to the quarter‑finalists, totalling £40,000 in prize money. Beyond the headline matches, the event showcases the growing depth of women’s darts.
Players such as Gemma Hayter, Vicky Pruim, and the seasoned Deta Hedman illustrate the blend of emerging talent and seasoned expertise that defines the modern women’s circuit. The inclusion of these athletes highlights the sport’s expanding reach and the increasing competitiveness of the women’s game. Fans can follow the action live on Sky Sports Action, with additional coverage and analysis available via Sky Sports’ WhatsApp channel. For those who prefer streaming, the NOW platform offers a contract‑free way to watch the matches alongside other top‑level sports.
As the day unfolds, the question on everyone’s mind will be: who will claim the Women's World Matchplay crown this year? With Greaves aiming for a third title in four years, Sherrock seeking redemption after a heart‑breaking loss, and Ashton hoping to become the first player to defend the title successfully, the stakes are high and the competition fierce. The live broadcast begins at 1:00 p.m.
on Sunday, promising an afternoon of high‑octane darts, dramatic finishes, and moments that could shape the future of women’s darts for years to come.