England Duo Backed to Face German Hostility at 2025 World Cup of Darts

Luke Humphries has pledged strong support for his England teammate, Luke Littler, ahead of the World Cup of Darts in Germany, where Littler has previously faced hostile crowds. Despite Littler's earlier reluctance to compete in Germany due to booing incidents, Humphries emphasized the importance of focusing on the game and not the crowd's reaction, promising to be there for Littler if tensions rise. Humphries, the reigning Premier League champion who won the World Cup with Michael Smith in 2023, plans to let Littler lead off in their matches, recognizing him as the best scorer and putting strength first to maximize their chances. The English duo aims to defend their title in Frankfurt, with Humphries drawing on his own experience of handling hostile crowds to encourage Littler. The strategy reflects their confidence and team unity as they face potential challenges from German fans and competitors. Humphries believes Littler is poised for a memorable experience, similar to his own successful World Cup debut.