PDC Darts on TV Today
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Where to Stream PDC Darts Live
The following premium networks and streaming platforms hold the verified digital broadcast rights to air official PDC Darts action.
About PDC Darts
The Professional Darts Corporation (PDC) is the world's leading professional darts organization. The 2026 season is packed with major tournaments including the Premier League, World Matchplay, World Grand Prix, Grand Slam of Darts, and the World Championship. The sport has seen explosive growth in recent years, with record prize money of £1.25 million for the Premier League alone and sellout crowds across the UK and Europe. The 2026 calendar runs from January through December, with weekly action on Sky Sports and other broadcasters worldwide.
Top players in 2026
Luke Littler is the defending World Champion and current world number one. The 18-year-old has taken the sport by storm. Luke Humphries is the 2025 Premier League champion and a multiple major winner. Michael van Gerwen is the most successful player in Premier League history with seven titles. Gian van Veen is a rising star who made the 2026 World Championship final. Jonny Clayton led the Premier League table after Night 6 in Nottingham, picking up his second night win of the campaign. Gerwyn Price, Stephen Bunting, and Josh Rock round out the top eight in the Premier League lineup.
2026 Premier League Darts
The 2026 Premier League runs from February 5 through May 28, with 17 nights of action across the UK and Europe. The total prize fund is a record £1.25 million, with the champion taking home £350,000 and each night winner receiving a £10,000 bonus. The eight-player field includes Luke Littler, Luke Humphries, Gian van Veen, Michael van Gerwen, Jonny Clayton, Stephen Bunting, Josh Rock, and Gerwyn Price.
Night winners so far in 2026: Michael van Gerwen won Night 1 in Newcastle. Gerwyn Price won Night 2 in Antwerp. Jonny Clayton won Night 3 in Glasgow and Night 6 in Nottingham. Stephen Bunting won Night 4 in Belfast. Luke Littler won Night 5 in Cardiff. The league phase concludes on May 21, with Finals Night on May 28 at The O2 in London.
2026 PDC World Championship
The 2026 PDC World Darts Championship concluded on January 3, 2026 at Alexandra Palace in London. Luke Littler successfully defended his title, defeating Gian van Veen in the final. The tournament saw record viewing figures, with over two million viewers in Germany alone for the final. The quarterfinals featured Littler vs. Krzysztof Ratajski, Luke Humphries vs. Gian van Veen, Gary Anderson vs. Justin Hood, and Ryan Searle vs. Jonny Clayton.
Other major 2026 tournaments
The European Tour kicked off with the inaugural Poland Darts Open in Krakow from February 20-22. The £230,000 event featured a 48-player field including Luke Littler, Luke Humphries, Michael van Gerwen, and home favorite Krzysztof Ratajski. The Ladbrokes UK Open took place at Butlin's Minehead Resort from March 6-8, with Luke Littler as the defending champion. The Riyadh Season Saudi Arabia Darts Masters was held on January 19-20 at the Global Theater. The World Matchplay, World Grand Prix, and Grand Slam of Darts will take place later in the year.
Streaming options in the UK and Ireland
In the UK and Ireland, Sky Sports is the exclusive rights holder for major PDC events, including the Premier League, World Championship, World Matchplay, and Grand Slam of Darts. The deal runs through 2030 and covers over 60 days of live action annually. Matches air on Sky Sports Darts, Sky Sports Main Event, and Sky Sports Action. For cord-cutters, NOW offers Sports Memberships starting at £14.99 for a day pass or £34.99 per month. The ITV network also covers select events like the UK Open and Saudi Arabia Masters, available free on ITV4 and ITVX.
Streaming options in the United States
In the US, Peacock is the primary streaming home for PDC darts. A Peacock Premium subscription costs $10.99 a month or $109.99 a year. Select events also air on FanDuel TV Extra and NBCSN. For die-hard fans, PDCTV is available for $12.99 a month or $74.99 a year, offering coverage of tournaments not covered by US broadcasters.
Streaming options in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland
In Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, DAZN is the primary broadcaster for PDC darts. A DAZN subscription costs around €29.99 a month. Sport1 also provides free-to-air coverage of select events, including the World Championship and Premier League, with German commentary. The Poland Darts Open was also available on DAZN and through the DAZN Darts channel on Pluto TV. PDCTV is geo-blocked in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland due to DAZN's exclusive rights.
Streaming options in the Netherlands and Scandinavia
In the Netherlands, Iceland, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden, Viaplay is the exclusive broadcaster for PDC darts. A Viaplay subscription varies by country but typically includes all major tournaments. In the Netherlands, all PDC events are behind the Viaplay paywall, which has been a point of frustration for Dutch fans who previously enjoyed free coverage.
Streaming options in Australia and New Zealand
In Australia, PDC darts is broadcast on Fox Sports via Foxtel, with live streaming available on Kayo Sports. Kayo starts at AU$30 a month after a 7-day free trial. In New Zealand, Sky Sport NZ holds the rights, with streaming available through Sky Sport Now starting at $29.99 a day or $54.99 a month.
Streaming options in Canada
In Canada, PDCTV is the primary option for watching PDC darts. A subscription costs CA$17.99 a month or CA$111.99 a year. Some events may also be available through DAZN or other sports streaming services depending on the tournament.
International broadcast partners
PDC darts is broadcast in over 100 countries worldwide. Here are the key international broadcasters:
Europe: In Poland, Canal Plus broadcasts PDC events. In Belgium, VTM covers the action. In the Czech Republic and Slovakia, Nova holds the rights. In Hungary, Pragosport is the broadcaster. In Croatia, Zonasport covers the events. In the Balkans (Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Kosovo), Arena Sport is the broadcaster. In the Baltics (Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania), TV3 holds the rights. In Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Moldova, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, and Uzbekistan, Setanta Sports is the broadcaster.
Middle East and North Africa: In Qatar, UAE, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Egypt, Jordan, Iraq, Algeria, Sudan, Tunisia, Morocco, Lebanon, Palestine, Syria, Yemen, Mauritania, Libya, South Sudan, and Somalia, beIN Sports is the exclusive broadcaster. In Saudi Arabia, coverage is also available on Al Arabiya, MBC Masr, Alrai TV, Rotana Khalijia, and MBC Action.
Asia: In India, coverage is available through FanCode. In Japan, U-NEXT holds the rights.
PDCTV streaming service
PDCTV is the PDC's official streaming service. It costs $12.99 a month or $74.99 a year in most regions. PDCTV includes coverage of all PDC ProTour events, including Players Championships and European Tour events. However, major tournaments like the World Championship and Premier League are geo-blocked in countries with exclusive TV deals (UK, Germany, Netherlands, etc.). PDCTV is the best option for fans in regions without a local broadcaster. Annual members also get priority access to PDC tournament tickets.
Free streaming options
Free streaming options are limited. In Germany, Sport1 offers free-to-air coverage of select events, including the World Championship and Premier League, with German commentary. In the US, NBC Sports Now streamed the World Championship final for free. The ITVX service in the UK offers free streaming of ITV4 events like the UK Open and Saudi Arabia Masters. For other events, a paid subscription is required.
How to watch from anywhere
For fans traveling outside their home country, a VPN is the easiest way to access your usual streaming service. VPN is a reliable options. Connect to a server in your home country, and your Sky Go, Peacock, or DAZN subscription will work as usual. This is particularly useful for UK fans traveling abroad who want to watch Sky Sports coverage.