As the 2025 BetMGM Premier League Darts rolls into Cardiff for Night Seven on March 20, all eyes are on Welsh star Gerwyn Price, who is riding a wave of momentum and confidence into his homecoming event. The Utilita Arena is set to erupt as the “Iceman” steps onto the oche, determined to give his passionate home crowd something to cheer about after a disappointing Six Nations campaign for the Welsh rugby team. Price, a former rugby player himself, understands the weight of expectation resting on his shoulders, and he’s ready to deliver a performance that could restore some sporting pride to Wales.
Fresh off a sensational victory in Nottingham last week, Price is in scintillating form. His triumph on Night Six saw him topple the reigning world champion, Luke Littler, in a 6-3 final that showcased his clinical finishing and steely resolve. That win marked his sixth consecutive victory over the teenage darts prodigy, a streak that has Price brimming with confidence as he prepares to face Rob Cross in the quarter-finals in Cardiff. “It’s one of the smaller venues in the Premier League, which sets the atmosphere aside,” Price said, reflecting on the unique energy of the Cardiff crowd. He knows the intimate setting will amplify the support—and the pressure—as he aims to secure a third nightly win of the season.
Price’s recent dominance over Littler has become a talking point in the darts world. The 40-year-old Welshman has not only beaten the 18-year-old sensation six times in a row but has also hinted that he might be getting under Littler’s skin. “I just think he’s brilliant,” Price said of his young rival, before adding a cheeky jab: “I might be in his head a little bit now.” Despite the playful barb, Price remains full of admiration for Littler’s talent, predicting that the teenager will one day surpass Phil Taylor’s record of 14 World Championships. For now, though, Price is relishing his role as Littler’s kryptonite, a hurdle the world champion has yet to overcome in their head-to-head battles.
The Cardiff showdown promises to be a pivotal moment in the Premier League season, which is nearing its halfway mark. With eight of the PDC’s biggest stars vying for a spot in the Finals Night at London’s O2 in May, the stakes are higher than ever. Littler, the defending Premier League champion, currently sits atop the standings, having leapfrogged world No. 1 Luke Humphries with a string of impressive performances. However, his loss to Price in Nottingham last week proved he’s not invincible, and he’ll face a tough test against Nathan Aspinall in the Cardiff quarter-finals. Meanwhile, Price, now third in the table with 12 points, is within striking distance of the top and determined to close the gap.
Price credits his resurgence this season to a shift in mindset. “I’m fully focused on darts at the minute, nothing else,” he explained, highlighting the positive attitude that has propelled him to victories over the likes of Michael van Gerwen and Stephen Bunting en route to the Nottingham crown. That focus will be crucial in Cardiff, where he reached the final last year only to fall to Michael Smith. This time, he’s promising to go one better. “I’m looking to deliver,” Price declared, a vow that carries extra weight in front of his home fans.
As the Premier League roadshow arrives in Wales, the spotlight will shine brightest on Price, but the night’s other matchups are equally tantalizing. Humphries, eager to reclaim his perch atop the table, will lock horns with van Gerwen, while Chris Dobey takes on Stephen Bunting, who is still searching for his first points of the campaign. For Price, though, it’s about more than just the five points and £10,000 prize on offer—it’s about giving his country a night to remember. With his recent form and the crowd behind him, the Iceman is poised to freeze out the competition and etch another chapter in his Premier League legacy.
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