World Series of Darts Finals: Michael van Gerwen faces Lourence Ilagan to start title defence as Luke Littler takes on Danny Noppert

2 September 2026, 10:51 | Updated: 2 September 2026, 12:21

Michael van Gerwen will open his World Series of Darts Finals title defence against Lourence Ilagan, as Luke Littler goes head-to-head with Danny Noppert in Amsterdam.

The PDC Premier event will see 32 stars from around the globe in action at AFAS Live from September 17-20, with the draw and schedule now confirmed for this month's showpiece

Reigning champion Van Gerwen celebrated his sixth World Series Finals crown 12 months ago, and the top seed will mark his return to the Dutch capital against two-time PDC Asian Champion Ilagan.

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