Littler sets up Price final at World Matchplay

Luke Littler has reached the World Matchplay final, where he will face Gerwyn Price, continuing his exceptional run of form in the tournament. Littler has averaged over 109 in all four of his matches so far, demonstrating his dominance and setting himself up to potentially become one of the few players to win the Matchplay back-to-back.

This victory extends Littler's impressive streak to 28 consecutive wins in matches comprising 20 or more legs. His last defeat in a game of this duration was in the 2024 World Championship final against Luke Humphries. This sustained performance indicates the significant challenge Price faces in the final.

While Littler and Price share a notable rivalry, often marked by Price's vocal on-stage presence provoking reactions from Littler, the young player stated that Price cannot "get under his skin." Earlier in the week, Price commented that some opponents might make it too easy for Littler. Despite their competitive history, Littler has won the last nine encounters between them, with Price's most recent victory dating back to their first meeting in 2026.

Price has never defeated Littler in a match exceeding 15 legs, suggesting he will need to elevate his performance significantly in the best-of-35 final. Speaking to Sky Sports, Littler acknowledged the competitive nature of their matches, anticipating Price's attempts to engage him in a vocal battle. "Me and Gez always have great games. Gez will want to try and get me into a roaring battle. As long as I can get into the lead that will be the thing," Littler said.

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Me and Gez always have great games. Gez will want to try and get me into a roaring battle. As long as I can get into the lead that will be the thing.