Premier League Darts Night 6 in Nottingham delivered a thrilling spectacle, culminating in an extraordinary victory for Jonny Clayton. Despite battling an injury, “The Ferret” showcased incredible resilience and skill, ultimately defeating Luke Humphries in a dominant final. This win not only secured Clayton his second nightly title of the season but also significantly extended his lead at the top of the league table, solidifying his position as a dominant force. The night also saw Luke Humphries reach his first final, while high-stakes matches included Luke Littler’s tense win over Gerwyn Price and Clayton’s impressive triumphs against Michael Van Gerwen and Stephen Bunting.
The Drama Unfolds: Premier League Night 6 in Nottingham
The 2026 Premier League of Darts continued its rapid pace, bringing eight top players to Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena for Night 6. Here’s a breakdown of all the action:
The Quarter-Finals: Battles for a Semi-Final Spot
Stephen Bunting vs Josh Rock
Josh Rock, still seeking his first points, started strong with a 180. However, it was **Stephen Bunting who seized control**, taking the first leg and then breaking Rock’s throw. Rock’s struggles on the doubles were evident, missing three darts at tops in the third leg and more chances in the fourth, allowing Bunting to race to a 4-0 lead. Bunting comfortably held to make it 5-0. Rock finally got on the scoreboard after Bunting missed five match darts, but “The Bullet” quickly sealed a **6-1 victory**, despite missing a total of eight match darts himself.
Jonny Clayton vs Michael Van Gerwen
After a strong showing last week, Jonny Clayton was looking to maintain his top position, while Michael Van Gerwen aimed to bounce back. Van Gerwen started brightly, breaking Clayton’s throw and holding his own to go 2-0 up. However, **”The Ferret” clawed his way back**, capitalizing on Van Gerwen’s missed doubles to level the score at 2-2 with a crucial break of throw. The match remained tight, reaching 3-3, before **Clayton found another gear**. He held his throw and then broke Van Gerwen again after the Dutchman missed a double, putting him 5-3 ahead. Clayton then closed out a **6-3 win**, securing his spot at the top for another week.
Luke Humphries vs Gian Van Veen
Luke Humphries, having had an underwhelming start to the season, was desperate for a nightly win, facing Gian Van Veen. The early legs were nervy, with both players holding their throws to reach 2-2. Van Veen produced the **first 100+ checkout of the night with a stylish 107 finish** to take leg five. Humphries responded with a 78 checkout to hold. “Cool Hand” then secured the **first break of throw to lead 4-3** and consolidated it with a hold. Despite Van Veen holding his own throw to make it 5-4, Humphries held once more in the tenth leg, securing a **6-4 victory** and advancing to the semi-finals.
Luke Littler vs Gerwyn Price
Following his UK Open success and nightly win in Cardiff, Luke Littler faced Gerwyn Price in a highly anticipated rematch. Littler started by holding his throw and then breaking Price to take a 2-0 lead. “The Iceman” responded with incredible precision, throwing **five perfect darts in leg three before a stunning 151 checkout** to break Littler’s throw. Price then followed this up with an **even more impressive 152 checkout** to level the match at 2-2. The next two legs were held comfortably, leaving the score tied at 3-3. Price then broke Littler to lead 4-3, but “The Nuke” immediately broke back after Price made a costly error. The match went to a deciding leg, where Littler displayed his class, hitting **two of his ten 180s in the final leg** to secure a dramatic **6-5 victory**.
The Semi-Finals: Setting the Stage for the Final
Jonny Clayton vs Stephen Bunting
Jonny Clayton continued his strong form, taking the first two legs and extending his lead to 3-0. Stephen Bunting, however, showed resilience, getting on the board with a vital 70 checkout and then **breaking Clayton’s throw to level the match at 3-3**. “The Ferret” quickly reasserted his dominance, holding his throw and then breaking Bunting again to lead 5-3. Clayton then sealed a **6-3 win** in the ninth leg, despite Bunting throwing five perfect darts.
Luke Humphries vs Luke Littler
Luke Humphries started his semi-final strongly with a solid hold, followed by a comfortable 12-dart hold from Littler. The pattern of holds continued, bringing the score to 2-2. Humphries then found another gear, securing an **emphatic 11-dart break of throw** to establish a significant lead. He consolidated this with a **stunning 130 checkout, finishing on the bullseye**, to go 5-2 up. Littler fought back, breaking Humphries’ throw and then holding to level the match at 5-5 after Humphries missed several match darts. However, “Cool Hand” wasn’t to be denied, pulling off a **sensational 128 checkout** in the deciding leg to win **6-5** and reach his first weekly final of the season.
The Grand Final: Clayton’s Dominant Display
Jonny Clayton vs Luke Humphries
The final saw Jonny Clayton start with immediate aggression, securing an **opening leg break of throw** against Luke Humphries. He quickly backed this up with a hold to take a 2-0 lead. Humphries responded with a **signature 121 checkout** to get on the board, but Clayton re-established his two-leg advantage. “The Ferret” then delivered a moment of brilliance, taking out an **incredible 146 checkout, finishing on double 16**, to extend his lead to 4-1. He continued his relentless form, picking up a fifth leg even after Humphries had started strongly. Humphries missed several opportunities to secure the seventh leg, and **Clayton ruthlessly punished him**, sealing a dominant **6-1 victory** and his second nightly win of the season.
Nottingham’s Verdict: Clayton Reigns Supreme
Night 6 in Nottingham saw Luke Humphries finally reach his first weekly final, a welcome return to form. However, the night belonged to **Jonny Clayton, who, despite carrying an injury, delivered a masterclass in consistency and clutch finishing**. His dominant performance, especially in the final, extended his lead at the top of the Premier League table by eight points, significantly tightening his grip on a playoff spot at The O2 Arena. The Premier League now heads to Dublin’s 3Arena next week, where the Nottingham final will be replayed in the quarter-finals.
Source: Based on an article from Darts Planet TV.
