2025 World Matchplay of Darts Day 8 live results, scores, schedule and bracket: Luke Littler seeks first Matchplay semifinal win

By | July 26, 2025

Luke Littler, Josh Rock, James Wade and Jonny Clayton will look to book their spots in the World Matchplay final on Sunday, but first need a win on Saturday.

Day 8 live coverage & updates (evening session)

Real-time coverage from the games can be found below

James Wade vs. Jonny Clayton

8:16 p.m. – Wade gets a 161 finish on the bullseye to claim the game’s first break of throw by either player.

8:13 p.m. – Wade goes six darts into the nine. He holds his throw again, taking a 2-1 lead.

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2025 World Matchplay day 8 schedule

Here are the results from the evening session on Day 8.

Semifinals (Day 8 evening session)

*Games are best-of-33 (Must win by two)

Match Date Time (Local) Score
James Wade (9) vs. Jonny Clayton (5) Sat., Jul. 26 8:05 p.m.  
Luke Littler (2) vs. Josh Rock Sat., Jul. 26 9:30 p.m.  

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Tournament bracket

Here is the matchup for the World Matchplay final on Sunday.

Match Date
Wade/Clayton vs. Littler/Rock Sun., Jul. 27

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