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Darts News / Dartsnews.com / September 9
'He wanted to be right up there with Littler, he’s getting very close': Josh Rock labelled a 'joke' by Matthew Edgar as impeccable form continues

'He wanted to be right up there with Littler, he’s getting very close': Josh Rock labelled a 'joke' by Matthew Edgar as impeccable form continues

Former professional darts player Matthew Edgar believes that the world of darts is changing, with there being more than one dominant force in the game.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / September 8

'I’m starting to be a proper dart player now' - Josh Rock takes positives despite another final loss

Josh Rock had to settle for second place again Sunday night, this time in the final of the Czech Darts Open. In an atmospheric PVA Expo in Prague, the 24-year-old Northern Irishman lost 8-5 to world champion Luke Humphries, completing his hat-trick in the Czech Republic.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / September 7
LIVE Czech Darts Open Sunday evening | Josh Rock rampant with 110 average in Wattimena thrashing

LIVE Czech Darts Open Sunday evening | Josh Rock rampant with 110 average in Wattimena thrashing

The Czech Darts Open concludes on Sunday evening with Luke Humphries, Josh Rock, Stephen Bunting and Gerwyn Price leading the title fight. Follow it all here until the conclusion.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / September 7
Josh Rock and Gian van Veen rise as Michael van Gerwen and Luke Littler dumped out of Czech Darts Open

Josh Rock and Gian van Veen rise as Michael van Gerwen and Luke Littler dumped out of Czech Darts Open

Josh Rock and Gian van Veen produced the shocks of the day at the Czech Darts Open 2025, with Rock dumping out Michael van Gerwen and Van Veen stunning Luke Littler.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / September 7
LIVE Czech Darts Open Sunday afternoon | Josh Rock dumps out Michael van Gerwen

LIVE Czech Darts Open Sunday afternoon | Josh Rock dumps out Michael van Gerwen

The Czech Darts Open continues on Sunday afternoon. Michael van Gerwen faces Josh Rock, Luke Littler takes on Gian van Veen while Gerwyn Price will face Jonny Clayton in the Last 16.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / September 7
'Good for him, I'll play my game more, he'll play his game more': Josh Rock not fussed about Van Gerwen's 112 average

'Good for him, I'll play my game more, he'll play his game more': Josh Rock not fussed about Van Gerwen's 112 average

Josh Rock has convincingly qualified for the last sixteen of the Czech Darts Open. 'Rocky' defeated Irishman William O'Connor 6-2 in the second round and will now face Michael van Gerwen.

Darts News / Sporting News / September 6

Michael van Gerwen and Josh Rock set up exciting clash on final day of 2025 Czech Darts Open

It should be a thriller after two great performances on Saturday.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / September 3
The truth behind ton-plus checkouts: Why Luke Littler, Rob Cross and Michael Smith each dominate in their respective fields

The truth behind ton-plus checkouts: Why Luke Littler, Rob Cross and Michael Smith each dominate in their respective fields

In the world of professional darts, there is one statistic that often causes spectacle: the ton-plus checkouts - all finishes from 100 and above. The crowd goes wild when a player throws out a 170-finish, and the commentators like to make a highlight of it as well.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / September 2
Fourth Euro Tour title for Luke Littler, but Michael van Gerwen remains unchallenged leader with a whopping 38 titles

Fourth Euro Tour title for Luke Littler, but Michael van Gerwen remains unchallenged leader with a whopping 38 titles

Luke Littler won the Flanders Darts Trophy last weekend. The Nuke beat Josh Rock 8-7 in the final in Antwerp. For Littler it is already his second title on the European Tour this year, after winning the Belgian Darts Open in early March.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / September 1
Luke Littler already closing in on one of Michael van Gerwen's European Tour records

Luke Littler already closing in on one of Michael van Gerwen's European Tour records

Luke Littler’s rapid rise in professional darts continued in Antwerp, where the 18-year-old clinched the Flanders Darts Trophy with an 8-7 win over Josh Rock.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / September 1
'That's why Littler is going to be number one soon' – Josh Rock denied by World Champion in dramatic Flanders Darts Trophy final

'That's why Littler is going to be number one soon' – Josh Rock denied by World Champion in dramatic Flanders Darts Trophy final

Josh Rock was left to reflect on fine margins after being edged out 8-7 by Luke Littler in the 2025 Flanders Darts Trophy final in Antwerp on Sunday night.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / August 31
Luke Littler wins the 2025 Flanders Darts Trophy! Josh Rock defeated in dramatic last leg decider final

Luke Littler wins the 2025 Flanders Darts Trophy! Josh Rock defeated in dramatic last leg decider final

Luke Littler has won the 2025 Flanders Darts Trophy in Antwerp, adding a 4th European Tour title of his career thanks to a dramatic 8-7 win over Josh Rock in the final on Sunday night.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / August 31
LIVE Flanders Darts Trophy Sunday afternoon | Bunting takes the match to a deciding leg but Josh Rock wins

LIVE Flanders Darts Trophy Sunday afternoon | Bunting takes the match to a deciding leg but Josh Rock wins

The Flanders Darts Trophy continues on Sunday afternoon with the third round set to take place. Luke Littler, Stephen Bunting who faces Josh Rock are among the highlights.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / August 29
Preview Friday afternoon Flanders Darts Trophy: Van Veen, Menzies and Gilding v Suljovic among highlights

Preview Friday afternoon Flanders Darts Trophy: Van Veen, Menzies and Gilding v Suljovic among highlights

From Friday, August 29 to Sunday, August 31, the Flanders Darts Trophy in Antwerp is on the program. This is the tenth Euro Tour tournament of the season.

Players Championship Order of Merit: Michael van Gerwen still outside top 100 as Luke Littler hoisted further into Minehead spots

Players Championship Order of Merit: Michael van Gerwen still outside top 100 as Luke Littler hoisted further into Minehead spots

The 24th Players Championship of the year was a triumph for Jeffrey de Graaf yesterday and the Players Championship Order of Merit has been updated as a result as we approach the 25th of the season on Tuesday.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / August 16

Michael van Gerwen parties in Ibiza with Martin Garrix after tough year on and off the oche

Michael van Gerwen is enjoying a well-earned holiday in Ibiza following a spell marked by both sporting and personal setbacks. The three-time world champion will return to the oche in September with eyes firmly on a climb back to the very top of darts – but for now, relaxation is the priority.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / August 15
'I was like, well, he's having fun I'll join the party': Josh Rock embraces all the World Series has to offer

'I was like, well, he's having fun I'll join the party': Josh Rock embraces all the World Series has to offer

Josh Rock booked his place in the next round of the 2025 New Zealand Darts Masters and admitted he enjoyed the occasion on stage — even if he felt his performance wasn’t at its best.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / August 15

Watch: Josh Rock takes the plunge from Auckland’s Sky Tower before dominant opening win at New Zealand Darts Masters 2025

Josh Rock’s 2025 New Zealand Darts Masters campaign began with a leap of faith — quite literally — as the recently crowned World Cup of Darts champion took on the famous Sky Jump from Auckland’s Sky Tower before throwing a dart in competition.

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