Premier League Darts Live: Stephen Bunting Faces Clayton After Van Veen Victory

Premier League Darts action continued on night 12 in Liverpool as Stephen Bunting faced Jonny Clayton following Gian van Veen’s earlier victory over Gerwyn Price. The match carried significant implications for the play-off race with the league phase entering a decisive stretch.

Jonny Clayton arrived as the man to beat after securing back-to-back nightly wins, including his victory in Rotterdam where he stated that Luke Littler was not fazed by the boos from the crowd. Clayton’s recent form has positioned him as a strong contender for the top spots in the standings.

Stephen Bunting presented a tricky opener for Clayton despite Clayton’s recent success. The Welsh player acknowledged the challenge posed by Bunting, who has proven to be a difficult opponent throughout the season.

Elsewhere on the night, Michael van Gerwen took on in-form Josh Rock while Gerwyn Price met Gian van Veen in the opening match. Price had already experienced a setback earlier in the evening when he narrowly missed a big finish, hitting the outer bull after securing two trebles.

Gian van Veen attempted to take out 100 with 20, tops, tops but his third dart went under, allowing Price to see off 24 and claim the leg. This exchange highlighted the high-pressure nature of the matches as players competed for crucial points in the league standings.

With every match carrying growing importance in the battle for play-off places, the Liverpool night featured several key encounters that could significantly impact the final standings. Clayton’s match against Bunting was particularly pivotal given his recent winning streak and Bunting’s capability to upset higher-ranked opponents.

The Premier League Darts 2026 season continues to deliver high-stakes competition as players vie for positioning ahead of the playoffs. Night 12 in Liverpool contributed to the evolving narrative of the season with implications for multiple players’ campaigns.