Night Seven of the Premier League Darts is set to take place on March 19, 2026, at the 3Arena in Dublin, but the event has already been marked by the withdrawal of Gian van Veen due to kidney stones. This unexpected turn of events means that Michael van Gerwen will receive a bye to the semi-finals, significantly altering the competitive landscape of the night.
Originally, Van Veen was scheduled to face Van Gerwen in the quarter-finals, a matchup that many anticipated would be a highlight of the evening. “Gian van Veen withdrew from Night Seven in Dublin, where he was scheduled to face Michael van Gerwen in the quarter-finals, after being hospitalised with kidney stones,” a spokesperson confirmed.
The quarter-finals will now feature three other matches: Stephen Bunting against Luke Littler, Josh Rock taking on Gerwyn Price, and Jonny Clayton facing Luke Humphries. Each match is played as best-of-11 legs, with the winner of each night earning £10,000 and five points towards the overall standings.
As the competition progresses, the stakes remain high. The top four players after 16 nights will advance to the Play-Offs and Finals Night, scheduled for May 28, 2026. Currently, Luke Humphries leads with five match wins across the first six weeks, while Josh Rock has yet to secure a victory.
Jonny Clayton, who won Night Six in Nottingham against Luke Humphries, will be looking to build on his momentum. The evening begins with an all-Dutch affair as Gian van Veen and Michael van Gerwen face off, although that match will not take place as initially planned.
With only a few nights left before the Play-Offs, every match becomes crucial for the players involved. Each night of the competition will be broadcast live on Sky Sports, ensuring that fans can follow the action as it unfolds.
The excitement surrounding the Premier League Darts continues to grow, with observers keenly watching how the remaining matches will shape the final standings. Details remain unconfirmed regarding any further changes to the lineup or match schedule.