Michael van Gerwen and Luke Littler have started to form a rivalry both on and off the oche, with the Dutchman not holding back when speaking about the new world champion

Michael van Gerwen has been brutally honest when asked about Luke Littler since the teenage sensation burst onto the scene.

Luke Littler showed his class with a brilliant response to Michael van Gerwen's "baby" comments ahead of their Premier League Darts opener in Belfast. In the build-up to Thursday's clash at the SSE Arena, a far-from-pleased Van Gerwen said his opponent “needs to learn” after the world champion turned up late for a Premier League press event.

Darts legend Dennis Priestley believes Luke Littler should be fined after the teenager recently turned up late to a photoshoot. The 18-year-old angered Michael van Gerwen with his lack of punctuality,

Michael van Gerwen earned a classic 6-5 win over 18-year-old world champion Luke Littler on the first night of the Premier League of Darts in Belfast.

Luke Littler has congratulated Michael van Gerwen after the 18-year-old lost to the Dutchman on the first night of the Premier League Darts on Thursday. The teenager had entered the showdown hoping to lay down a marker as he looks to win the competition for the second year on the trot.

Michael van Gerwen has spoiled Luke Littler's Premier League of Darts title defence, beating him on night one in Belfast despite a 113.91 average from the World Champion