Wayne Mardle has expressed strong confidence in Luke Humphries as he prepares to defend his Premier League Darts title. Mardle considers Humphries, currently ranked No 2 in the world, to be the leading contender in the upcoming finals.
Humphries' recent performance has shown a marked improvement, which has contributed to Mardle's belief in his capabilities. The Premier League finals are set to take place on May 22, 2026.
Despite Mardle's endorsement of Humphries, he acknowledges that Jonny Clayton could potentially disrupt the competition, suggesting that the finals may be more unpredictable than anticipated.