World Darts Championship 2026/25 LiVE StREAMS FREE on TV Channel

 Watch 2026 PDC World Darts Championship live streams as Luke Littler returns to the iconic Alexandra Palace, London, to defend the world crown he won for the first time last year. Below we have worldwide information on PDC World Darts Championship TV channels, broadcasters and where you can watch live streams. Round 2 is underway!


Littler was in trademark impressive form in his first round match, beating Darius Labanauskas 3-0, though the Nuke admitted to some opening-night nerves. He plays David Davies on Sunday, after the Welshman beat Mario Vandenbogaerde 3-0.


Fourth seed Stephen Bunting had a wobble against Sebastian Białecki in letting a 2-0 lead slip, but won the decider impressively to set up Round 2 meeting with Nitin Kumar, who upset Richard Veenstra 3–2 by hitting 75% on his doubles.


Former champions Gary Anderson, Peter Wright, Rob Cross and Gerwyn Price all made it through safely enough, while fellow big name Michael van Gerwen joins them but dropped a set to Mitsuhiko Tatsunami. The Green Machine will face Willie O'Connor, who posted Round 1's highest three-dart average of 102.36 to defeat Krzysztof Kciuk 3–0.


Arguably the game of Round 2, though, is 2024 champion Luke Humphries against 71-year-old icon Paul Lim. It's a rematch from five years ago when Lim beat the future world champion in a game Humphries said changed him. Revenge or repeat at Ally Pally? The crowd on Monday will raucous in favor of the Singapore Slinger. Joe Cullen vs Mensur Suljovic could also be a cracker.


Fifth seed Jonny Clayton is the first man into Round 3. His second round opponent Dom Taylor has failed a second drugs test as a professional and has been thrown out of the tournament.


Keep reading to discover how to watch PDC World Darts Championship 2026 online from anywhere, including for FREE – and there's a full schedule at the bottom of this page.


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Can I stream 2026 PDC World Darts Championship for free?

Yes! The 2026 World Darts Championship is available to live stream to free for residents in Germany.


In Germany, Sport 1 will be showing live streams of the darts, with German commentary.


The semi-finals and final will also be broadcast for free in the US on NBC Sports Now.


Not in Germany right now? You'll need a VPN to watch your regular streams as if you were back home. Surfshark is our favorite and comes with 7 days for FREE.


Today's Games - Monday, December 22

Afternoon session (12:30pm GMT)


Darren Beveridge v Madars Razma


Wessel Nijman v Gabriel Clemens


David Munyua v Kevin Doets


James Wade v Ricky Evans


Evening session (7pm GMT)


Gian van Veen v Alan Soutar


(15) Nathan Aspinall v Leonard Gates


(2) Luke Humphries v Paul Lim


Charlie Manby v Adam Sevada


Use a VPN to watch 2026 World Darts Championship from anywhere

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Using a VPN is incredibly simple:


1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, Surfshark is our favourite.


2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For instance, if you're visiting the UK and want to view your usual US service, you'd select a US-based server from the list.


3. Sit back and enjoy the action. Head to your usual local streaming service and watch the darts.


How to watch 2026 World Darts Championship live streams in the US

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Darts' biggest tournament is being shown on the Peacock streaming service in the US. You'll need a Peacock Premium subscription for access, with the Peacock price starting at $10.99 per month or $109.99 per year.


Alternatively, the dedicated PDCTV will show the tournament, with prices from $12.99 per month or $74.99 for a whole year.


Outside the US but want to watch your subscription from back home? Try Surfshark risk-free.


How to watch 2026 World Darts Championship live streams in the UK

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The 2026 PDC World Darts Championship is broadcast by Sky Sports in the UK. Subscribers can watch every match on Sky Sports Darts, with other sessions, including the final, also showing on Sky Sports Main Event.


Sky Sports packages start from £21 per month. Or you can use a more flexible streaming option, Now (formerly Now TV). Now Sports Memberships start at £14.99 for a day pass.


Away from the country and want to access the Sky Go app or Now? We recommend Surfshark to unblock your stream.


How to watch 2026 PDC World Darts Championship live streams in Canada

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The 2026 PDC World Darts Championship is available on PDC TV in Canada.


It costs CA$17.99 per month or CA$111.99 per year.


Remember, if you're away from the Great White North right now you'll need a VPN so you can watch your regular darts stream as if you were back home. Surfshark is the one we recommend.


How to watch 2026 PDC World Darts Championship live streams in Australia

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In Australia, the 2026 World Darts Championship will be televised on Fox via Foxtel, with live streaming available via Kayo Sports.


Kayo Sports starts at AU$30 per month after a 7-day free trial. Or you can get your first month for AU$1.


Away from Australia right now? Use a VPN to watch Surfshark from abroad.


How to watch 2026 World Darts Championship live streams in New Zealand

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Sky Sport NZ is the 2026 PDC World Darts Championship TV rights holder in New Zealand.


You can access Sky Sport through satellite TV or get a live stream with the Sky Sport Now subscription service starting at $29.99 per day or $54.99 per month.


Missing a game due to work commitments abroad? Surfshark will give you access to your home streaming service.


How to watch 2026 PDC World Darts Championship in Rest of World

There are a handful of other live streams available for the 2026 PDC World Darts Championship.


In Netherlands, Poland, Norway, Denmark, Bulgaria and the Baltic States, Viaplay. In Germany, Austria, Switzerland, DAZN is also an option. In Czechia and Slovakia, it's Nova; Prago Sport in Hungary; and VTM in Belgium.


In basically any other country, darts fans can subscribe to PDCTV to watch this and other tournaments online.


Monthly 'Rest of the World' subscriptions cost the equivalent of $12.99 per month or $74.99 annually.


2026 PDC World Darts Championship - Need to Know

Can I watch 2026 PDC World Darts Championship on my mobile?

Of course, most broadcasters have streaming services that you can access through mobile apps or via your phone's browser to live stream the 2026 World Darts Championship. For example, Peacock in the US and Sky Go in the UK.


You can also stay up-to-date on the PDC's official social media channels such as on X (@OfficialPDC), Instagram (@officialpdc), Facebook (OfficialPDC) and TikTok (OfficialPDC)


When does the 2026 PDC World Darts Championship start and end?

The 2026 World Darts Championship starts on Thursday, December 11, 2025. The final takes place on Saturday, January 3, 2026.


All the action comes from the iconic Alexandra Palace – affectionally known to darts fans as Ally Pally – which is hosting the tournament for the 19th time in the 3,200-capacity West Hall. The venue has stood proudly overlooking north London since 1873.


What is the Round 2 schedule?

Monday, 22 December


Afternoon session (12:30pm GMT)


Darren Beveridge v Madars Razma


Wessel Nijman v Gabriel Clemens


David Munyua v Kevin Doets


James Wade v Ricky Evans


Evening session (7pm GMT)


Gian van Veen v Alan Soutar


(15) Nathan Aspinall v Leonard Gates


(2) Luke Humphries v Paul Lim


Charlie Manby v Adam Sevada


Tuesday, 23 December


Afternoon session (12:30pm GMT)


Jonny Tata v Ryan Meikle


(22) Daryl Gurney v Callan Rydz


(19) Jermaine Wattimena v Scott Williams


(30) Peter Wright v Arno Merk


Evening session (7pm GMT)


(6) Danny Noppert v Justin Hood


(14) Gary Anderson v Connor Scutt


(3) Michael van Gerwen v William O'Connor


(11) Josh Rock v Joe Comito


What is the 2026 PDC World Championship schedule?

Round 1


December 11-19, 2025

Afternoon session: 12.30pm GMT / 7.30am ET / 4.30am PT / 11.30pm AEDT

Evening session: 7pm GMT / 3pm ET / 12pm PT / 6am AEDT (+1 day)


Round 2


December 20-23, 2025

Afternoon session: 12.30pm GMT / 7.30am ET / 4.30am PT / 11.30pm AEDT

Evening session: 7pm GMT / 3pm ET / 12pm PT / 6am AEDT (+1 day)


Round 3


December 27-29, 2025

Afternoon session: 12.30pm GMT / 7.30am ET / 4.30am PT / 11.30pm AEDT

Evening session: 7pm GMT / 3pm ET / 12pm PT / 6am AEDT (+1 day)

* Only one match on evening session December 29.


Last 16


December 29-30, 2025

Afternoon session: 12.30pm GMT / 7.30am ET / 4.30am PT / 11.30pm AEDT

Evening session (one match): 7pm GMT / 3pm ET / 12pm PT / 6am AEDT (+1 day)


Quarterfinals


January 1, 2026

Afternoon session: 12.30pm GMT / 7.30am ET / 4.30am PT / 11.30pm AEDT

Evening session: 7pm GMT / 3pm ET / 12pm PT / 6am AEDT (+1 day)


Semifinals


January 2, 2026

Evening session: 7.30pm GMT / 3.30pm ET / 12.30pm PT / 6.30am AEDT (+1 day)


Final


January 3, 2026

Evening session: 8pm GMT / 4pm ET / 1pm PT / 7am AEDT (+1 day)


What is the 2026 PDC World Championship format?

The 2026 world championships will have a 128-player draw for the first time, meaning the 32 seeds will this year enter at Round 1.


Part of the unique allure of the PDC World Championship is that it's set play, rather than matchplay. Each set consists of best of 5 legs, meaning the first player to 3 legs takes the set.


Rounds 1 & 2 - Best of 5 sets


Round 3 & Last 16 - Best of 7 sets


Quarterfinals - Best of 9 sets


Semifinals - Best of 11 sets


Final - Best of 13 sets


Who are the 2026 PDC World Darts Championship seeds?

1. Luke Littler (ENG)


2. Luke Humphries (ENG)


3. Michael van Gerwen (NED)


4. Stephen Bunting (ENG)


5. Jonny Clayton (WAL)


6. Danny Noppert (NED)


7. James Wade (ENG)


8. Chris Dobey (ENG)


9. Gerwyn Price (WAL)


10. Gian van Veen (NED)


11. Josh Rock (NIR)


12. Ross Smith (ENG)


13. Martin Schindler (GER)


14. Gary Anderson (SCO)


15. Nathan Aspinall (ENG)


16. Damon Heta (AUS)


17. Rob Cross (ENG)


18. Mike De Decker (BEL)


19. Jermaine Wattimena (NED)


20. Ryan Searle (ENG)


21. Dave Chisnall (ENG)


22. Daryl Gurney (NIR)


23. Dimitri Van den Bergh (BEL)


24. Ryan Joyce (ENG)


25. Luke Woodhouse (ENG)


26. Cameron Menzies (SCO)


27. Ritchie Edhouse (ENG)


28. Michael Smith (ENG)


29. Dirk van Duijvenbode (NED)


30. Peter Wright (SCO)


31. Wessel Nijman (NED)


32. Joe Cullen (ENG)


Who are the recent PDC World Darts Championship winners?

2025: Luke Littler


2024: Luke Humphries


2023: Michael Smith


2022: Peter Wright


2021: Gerwyn Price


2020: Peter Wright


2019: Michael van Gerwen


2018: Rob Cross


2017: Michael van Gerwen


2016: Gary Anderson


2015: Gary Anderson


What is the PDC World Darts Championship 2026 preview?

Littler is back where it all began. Two years ago the unseeded 16-year-old cut an unexpected swathe through the draw to reach the final. The Nuke has barely let up since, and won the 2025 title after beating three-time champion Michael van Gerwen 7-3 in the final. Littler faces Darius Labanauskas first up.


The teenager with crossover appeal, newly installed as the PDC's youngest world No.1 after winning six of the eight Order of Merit ranking events, will start as a hefty favorite but won't have it all his own way. Luke Humphries beat Littler in the 2024 final and this year's Premier League final and remains the most likely. Cool Hand is pretty unflappable and will need to be.


Van Gerwen, as always has a chance, with his relentless scoring power and victory over Littler in the World Series Final to his name this year. Fellow former world champions Gerwyn Price, Gary Anderson, Rob Cross and Peter Wright will also hope to go deep but have suffered fluctuating form, while Stephen Bunting (a former BDO winner) and Nathan Aspinall often come up well in the worlds.


In the early rounds, look out for plenty of the darting world's biggest characters, too. None come bigger than 71-year-old Paul Lim, the Singapore Slinger who registered the first nine-dart finish at the worlds, way back in the pre-PDC era of 1990. Fallon Sherrock is also back – the Queen of the Palace memorable reached the last 32 in 2020 as the first woman to win a match here. Beau Greaves and Lisa Ashton are among the other women's qualifiers this year.


A shoutout also to MC John McDonnell and caller George Nobel, who are to retire after the tournament.


What is the 2026 PDC World Darts Championship prize money?

There's a record haul for this year's tournament, with a total prize pot of £5 million ($6.6m) up for grabs across the event as a whole.


The 2026 world champion will take home a cool £1m ($1.3m), with the runner-up pocketing £400,000 ($533,000).


There is also a £60,000 ($80,000) bonus for a nine-dart finish.

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