Luke Littler vs Andrew Gilding LIVE SCORE: Teen star in next World Darts Championship match after record-breaking start

  • Looking a million dollars

    Wayne Mardle has said that Luke Littler is looking a million dollars and performing well against Andrew Gilding.

  • LUKE LITTLER WINS FIRST SET

    Luke Littler is 1-0 up in the sets as he checks out on an easy double four.

    Could he do it again?

  • Gilding makes it 2-2

    Gilding has made it two legs each as he checked out on a bullseye.

  • Littler makes it 2-1

    Luke Littler has made it two legs to one and he's really growing into this match now

  • "He's got school in the morning"

    The crowd are singing "he's got school in the morning" to Luke Littler who has started well.

  • Littler wins second leg

    Luke makes it 1-1 after checking out on a double 20

  • 180 for Littler

    Luke Littler hits his first 180 in the second leg of the game!

  • Gilding takes the first leg

    Andrew Gilding takes the first leg with a double 20 to finish

  • Andrew Gilding BOOED

    Andrew Gilding walked out to a smattering of boos with the crowd clearly favouring Littler.

    But the boos turned to song as Spandau Ballet's Gold rung out.

  • Luke Littler walks out

    Luke Littler has walked out to a Pitbull tune high-fiving his adoring fans.

    He also took time to give some hugs out to his famiy en route to the oche.

  • Players walking out

    John Macdonald is taking over MC duties with the two players about to walk out.

  • Gilding on his opponent

    Andrew Gilding has said that Luke Littler's debut was "amazing" and that he'll "have his work cut out" tonight.

  • Luke Littler warming up

    Luke Littler is warming up ahead of his match up with Andrew Gilding.

    Sky have shown the youngster warming up backstage at Ally Pally as he prepares to take on the world number twenty.

  • Littler's interview

    Luke Littler has said that he's "exploded" after his debut victory yesterday.

    He said when interviewed by Sky Sports that his social media following has blown up, including an additional seven thousand followers on Instagram.

  • A reminder of how Luke Littler did on his debut

    Littler produced a debut that will live long in the memory yesterday.

    The 16-year-old swept aside Christian Kist, a former Lakeside world champion, in the first round.

    He celebrated his victory with a kebab and a fanta.

    Let's see how that fuels him tonight...

  • Who is Luke Littler?

    16-year old Luke Littler will take to the oche again tonight as the teen sensation looks to go far in the tournament.

    He is the third youngest player to ever compete in a world championship and you can read all about him below.

  • Darts legend offers Luke some advice

    Victory was dedicated to his hero Phil Taylor – the sixteen world darts champion – who was left gobsmacked by what he had seen on TV back home in Stoke.

    Taylor, 63, said: “Great performance from Luke The Nuke. Well done buddy keep focused.”

  • What was the result of Luke Littler’s debut?

    Luke Littler won 3-0 in an impressive display.

    It took him just 19 minutes to dismantle his opponent.

    He hit seven 180s during the game against Christian Kist.

  • All World Darts Championship previous winners

    • 1994 – Dennis Priestley
    • 1995 – Phil Taylor
    • 1996 – Phil Taylor
    • 1997 – Phil Taylor
    • 1998 – Phil Taylor
    • 1999 – Phil Taylor
    • 2000 – Phil Taylor
    • 2001 – Phil Taylor
    • 2002 – Phil Taylor
    • 2003 – John Part
    • 2004 – Phil Taylor
    • 2005 – Phil Taylor
    • 2006 – Phil Taylor
    • 2007 – Raymond van Barneveld
    • 2008 – John Part
    • 2009 – Phil Taylor
    • 2010 – Phil Taylor
    • 2011 – Adrian Lewis
    • 2012 – Adrian Lewis
    • 2013 – Phil Taylor
    • 2014 – Michael van Gerwen
    • 2015 – Gary Anderson
    • 2016 – Gary Anderson
    • 2017 – Michael van Gerwen
    • 2018 – Rob Cross
    • 2019 – Michael van Gerwen
    • 2020 – Peter Wright
    • 2021 – Gerwyn Price
    • 2022 – Peter Wright
    • 2023 – Michael Smith
  • How much prize money does the winner of the PDC World Darts Championship earn?

    Prize money for the 2023-24 tournament is as follows:

    • First round - £7,500
    • Second round - £15,000
    • Third round - £25,000
    • Fourth round - £35,000
    • Quarter-final - £50,000
    • Semi-final - £100,000
    • Runner-up - £200,000
    • Winner - £500,000
  • How many sets are there in PDC Darts World Championship matches?

    The amount of sets rises during each stage of the big tournament.

    First Round: Best of five sets
    Second Round: Best of five sets
    Third Round: Best of seven sets
    Fourth Round: Best of seven sets
    Quarter-Finals: Best of nine sets
    Semi-Finals: Best of 11 sets
    Final: Best of 13 sets

  • What is Michael van Gerwen's net worth?

    Michael van Gerwen has an estimated net worth of around £6million and is currently No 2 on the list of the top earners in the sport.

    According to the PDC Order of Merit - which is the total prize money won by players over the last two years - Van Gerwen is in second, with winnings of £1,107,250.

    He trails only reigning world champion Michael Smith (£1,271,250), who beat him in last year's final.

  • In pictures: Luke Littler celebrates record-breaking World Darts Championship debut

    Luke Littler made history on day six of the World Darts Championship with a record-breaking debut.

    Credit: PA
    Credit: PA
    Credit: PA
  • Where can I watch the 2023-2024 World Championship and can I stream it?

    • You can watch the PDC World Darts Championship on Sky Sports Darts.
    • Existing customers will be able to stream through the Now TV app and Sky Go app which is free to download to your mobile and tablet devices.
    • Coverage started on Friday, December 15, at 7pm GMT.
    • Afternoon sessions will then begin at 12.30pm GMT and evening sessions continuing at 7pm until the quarter-finals.
    • The semi-finals will start at 7.30pm GMT on Tuesday, January 2.
    • The final is on Wednesday, January 3 at 7pm.
  • What is the PDC World Darts Championship prize money?

    The total amount being dished out to all players is £2,500,000.

    There are 96 throwers competing with the lowest you can receive being £7,500.

    A first round win can double your money up to £15,000.

    The cash starts to seriously jump up from the quarter-final onwards with anyone losing in the last-eight set to be given a cheque for £50,000.

    £100,000 is the amount for a heartbreaking semi-final defeat.

    And in the final they are not just playing to win the Sid Waddell Trophy, but also for £500,000.

    The runner-up will be less well off taking home £200,000.