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Luke Littler Dominates New Zealand Darts Masters

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Littler claims 'Oceanic Double' with back-to-back world series title


Luke Littler wins New Zealand Darts Masters, defeating Luke Humphries 8-4 in the final with a record-breaking average of 115.


Luke Littler solidified his dominance in the darts world by defeating world number one Luke Humphries 8-4 in the New Zealand Darts Masters final, securing the “Oceanic double” after his recent win in Australia. This impressive victory showcased Littler's exceptional skills, with a remarkable three-dart average of 115, the highest ever recorded in a World Series event in New Zealand.




The 18-year-old's performance was nothing short of extraordinary, leaving Humphries struggling to keep up. Humphries himself acknowledged Littler's prowess, stating, “When he's on it, he's untouchable.” Despite feeling drained during the early rounds, Humphries put up a good fight but ultimately couldn't match Littler's level of performance.


Match Statistics:

  • Three-Dart Average: Luke Littler (115.02) vs Luke Humphries (102.31)
  • Checkout Percentage: Luke Littler (50%) vs Luke Humphries (44.4%)
  • Highest Checkout: Luke Humphries (44) vs Luke Littler (83)
  • 180s Thrown: Luke Littler (7) vs Luke Humphries (3)


Luke Littler made it two World Series titles in a row, claiming the New Zealand Darts Masters crown after a dominating performance. This win marks his second consecutive title, following his victory in the Australian Darts Masters just a week ago, in what is often referred to as the “Oceanic double.”


In the semi-finals, Littler dismantled Gerwyn Price 7-2, showcasing his exceptional skill with an impressive average of 108.8. He also demonstrated his precision, landing five 180s and a 140 checkout. Earlier in the day, Littler had beaten Mike De Decker 6-2 in his first match, setting the tone for his strong performance.




In his match before the final, Littler delivered a strong performance, averaging 95.6 and hitting over-100 scores 14 times. He also recorded eight visits of 140 or more and converted six of 13 checkout opportunities, with a highest finish of 80.


The final saw Littler take an early lead, surging to 3-0 and then extending his advantage to 6-2. He demonstrated his precision with an 83 checkout and efficiently wrapped up legs with just 13 and 11 darts. After winning the title, Littler reflected on his performance, saying, “It felt very much the same as last week,” highlighting his consistency and dominance.


Littler's Winning Streak:

Littler's victory marked his 13th consecutive win in all competitions, showcasing his exceptional form and skill in the sport.


“I had a shaky start in my opening game, but once you come into Finals Night, you know you have to switch it on, and that's what I did again tonight.


“I felt unbeatable up there. The crowd were brilliant and the venue was incredible – it felt like a Premier League night, and I'm very happy to lift another title”


Luke Littler dominated the match, and after securing the win, he expressed his satisfaction with his current form: “I'm playing very well at the moment, I'm enjoying my darts and hopefully I can keep this winning streak going.”


As the match neared its end, Humphries showed flashes of brilliance with 13 and 11-dart legs, but Littler ultimately sealed the victory with back-to-back 11-dart legs, showcasing his consistency and skill. This win marked another impressive performance by Littler, solidifying his position as a top contender in the sport.


Luke Humphries bounced back from his Australian disappointment, reaching the New Zealand Darts Masters final after defeating Chris Dobey 7-4 in the semi-finals. In the semi-final match, Humphries averaged 102 and landed seven 180s, showcasing his skill and determination.


In the final, Humphries maintained a strong performance, averaging 102, but ultimately fell short against Littler's exceptional play. After the match, Humphries acknowledged Littler's dominance, saying, “I played pretty well today, but when you run into a 115 average, there's not much you can do.”


After the match, Humphries praised Littler's performance, saying, “The better player won for sure. When Luke's on it, he's untouchable.” This statement highlights Littler's exceptional skill and dominance on the stage.


In other matchups, Chris Dobey edged Stephen Bunting 6-3 in the quarterfinals, showcasing his impressive form with an average of 110. Meanwhile, Gerwyn Price narrowly defeated Josh Rock in a thrilling match that went to a last-leg decider, securing his spot in the next round.


Luke Littler's trophy cabinet is indeed overflowing with 2025 titles, including the World Championship, World Matchplay, UK Open, and now two consecutive World Series titles. His dominating performance in the New Zealand Darts Masters, where he defeated Luke Humphries 8-4, showcases his exceptional skill and consistency.


Littler's next challenge will be the Jack's World Series of Darts Finals in Amsterdam on September 12th, where he'll aim to retain his title. However, he'll face stiff competition, particularly from Stephen Bunting, who is set to arrive as the top seed after winning World Series events in Bahrain and Copenhagen earlier this season.


Upcoming Challenges for Littler:

Jack's World Series of Darts Finals: Littler will look to defend his title in Amsterdam, facing top competition, including Stephen Bunting.

Competition from Top Players: Bunting's recent wins in Bahrain and Copenhagen make him a strong contender, but Littler's current form suggests he won't give up easily.

Continued Dominance: With his sights set on conquering every major TV title, Littler's determination and skill will be put to the test in the remainder of the 2025 season.




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