The teenage sensation was seeking to win for a third week in a row as darts’ finest headed to Birmingham, only to miss out against Michael van Gerwen. Throughout the night, Littler beat Rob Cross and Luke Humphries, all while Liverpool were in action. After their loss, Littler expressed disappointment, stating that there was nothing positive to say about the game. He highlighted issues with their tactical positioning in possession and acknowledged that Atalanta had a good game, scoring three goals and deserving the win.

Despite his previous victories, Littler was unable to further cement himself as the standout player in this year’s Premier League. He currently remains at the top of the table, having won 15 matches and leaving him on 26 points. Humphries follows closely with 24 points, while Van Gerwen secured his fourth night of the competition, bringing him to 22 points. Van Gerwen spoke after his win in Birmingham, expressing relief at bouncing back and acknowledging that the last few weeks had not been great for him.

He emphasized the importance of resilience and handling difficult situations. The tournament will resume with Night 12 in Rotterdam on April 18, providing Littler and other players with the opportunity to strive for another win.