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BETMGM PREMIER LEAGUE DARTS NIGHT 9: MANCHESTER VENUE INFO, TV & MORE

Things are looking ominous for BetMGM Premier League Darts players not named Luke Littler.

The Nuke has won three of the last four nights and plays Gian van Veen in Manchester this week in a rematch of the 2026 World Championship final.

Our Night 9 fixtures repeat those of Night 1, meaning getting the night underway at the AO Arena are Michael van Gerwen and Stephen Bunting. Van Gerwen’s rediscovery of form in Berlin has seen him jump into the top four.

Next up it’s Gerwyn Price against Luke Humphries, before Jonny Clayton and Josh Rock face off for the second week running.

We’re here with all you need to know ahead of Thursday night: the full Manchester fixture list, essential venue information, how to watch, betting angles and more.

Remember: with the latest offers and odds, expert weekly previews, tips, special features and more, the BetMGM Premier League Darts Hub is your front-row seat for the entire 2026 season.

WHO WON BETMGM PREMIER LEAGUE DARTS NIGHT 8?

Littler’s superb performance saw him win a pulsating Night 8 and average over 105 in all three of his matches.

Not content with that the Nuke hit two 170 checkouts in the final against MVG, including one to win the match.

He has leapfrogged Clayton at the top, with the Welshman slipping to a second quarter-final defeat in a row and handing Rock his first-ever BetMGM Premier League points.

Rock couldn’t handle Van Gerwen in the semis and slipped to a 6-3 defeat.

On the other side of the draw, Littler saw off Bunting before facing Price in the last four. It was a 6-4 victory for the 19-year-old who averaged more than 108 in the process, setting up the showdown with Mighty Mike.

With the table changing each week and gaps beginning to open, the fight for the top four intensifies ahead of a vital Night 9 in Manchester.

The league table is looking like this:

Table

Key talking points from Night 8:

  • Littler’s win saw him top the table for the first time this season
  • The Nuke hit two 170 checkouts in the final, including one to clinch the match
  • Rock picked up his first-ever BetMGM Premier League points after beating Clayton
  • Van Gerwen’s first wins since Night 2 saw him move back into the top four

Littler’s Berlin masterclass: Check out our Night 8 Recap here

NIGHT 9 FIXTURES, SCHEDULE & HOW TO WATCH

Here’s the draw bracket for BetMGM Premier League Darts Night 9:

Manchester bracket

QUARTER-FINAL TIES

  • Michael van Gerwen vs Stephen Bunting
  • Gerwyn Price vs Luke Humphries
  • Gian van Veen vs Luke Littler
  • Jonny Clayton v Josh Rock

Keep an eye out for any nine-darters – BetMGM is once again rewarding any player who hits a nine-darter during this year’s Premier League season with a custom-made set of solid gold darts, worth £30,000.

The 18ct prize, made bespoke by Humphrey and Hawkins, is up for grabs for any of the eight players who land the perfect leg – a feat that has been achieved 21 times in the tournament’s 21-year history – and can be won multiple times during the 17 weeks of BetMGM Premier League Darts action.

Rock has already thrown a nine so far this year, a memorable occasion on his home night, while in 2025 Humphries, Littler, Price (twice) and Rob Cross all struck perfection, meaning BetMGM handed out gold darts worth £150,000.

MANCHESTER NIGHT 9 INFO AT A GLANCE

  • Venue: AO Arena, Manchester
  • Date: Thu 2nd April 2026
  • Start time: Approx 19:10 GMT
  • How to watch in UK: Live on Sky Sports
  • Tickets: Check here for availability

BETMGM PREMIER LEAGUE NIGHT 9 PROMOS, OFFERS & SPECIALS

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VENUE SPOTLIGHT: MANCHESTER PREMIER LEAGUE HISTORY & TRAVEL GUIDE

Manchester’s AO Arena has hosted Premier League Darts action since 2008.

Past nightly winners at the venue since the competition changed to the current mini-tournament format include:

  • 2022: James Wade
  • 2023: Michael Smith
  • 2024: Luke Littler
  • 2025: Nathan Aspinall

HOW TO GET TO AO ARENA MANCHESTER

  • Closest airport: Manchester (MAN)
  • Closest train station: Victoria Station is located in the same complex as the arena and has local and national services. Piccadilly Station is also nearby, around a 25-minute walk away
  • Car arrival: The AO Arena is in the heart of the city centre (M3 1AR), next to the Inner Ring Road, and there is an on-site car park operated by CitiPark with 958 spaces
  • Closest bus stop(s): Shudehill bus station is around a five-minute walk from the Arena
  • Closest tram stop(s): Trams depart Victoria directly to Rochdale, Bury, Altrincham, East Didsbury and the Airport
  • Walking: The arena is located in central Manchester and can be accessed on foot

For specific venue rules on aspects such as bags and entry, we recommend checking the official AO Arena FAQs page before you arrive.

COMPLETE YOUR WEEK: LIVE ACTION & WHAT’S NEXT

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COMING SOON TO THE BETMGM PREMIER LEAGUE DARTS HUB

We have you covered all week long on the BetMGM Premier League Darts Hub. Here’s some of our exclusive content ahead of Night 9 and when you can expect it:

TUESDAY

  • Game on! Read our full Night 9 preview, including exclusive tips, key stats & more

WEDNESDAY

  • BetMGM vs Laura Woods: Our ambassador makes her picks and pits her darting wits against the house. Laura carries an 8-3 lead into Night 9. Can we start our comeback in the North West?

THURSDAY

  • It’s showtime! Browse our full repertoire of pre-match options or track our in-play odds as the action unfolds in Manchester. Explore it all here on Thursday.

FRIDAY

  • About Last Night… We round up the best bits from Manchester ahead of doing it all again in Brighton for Night 10. Released Friday.

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