Luke Littler: Age, Major titles, world ranking, prize money, net worth & more

We profile the supremely-talented Premier League, Grand Slam and World Darts Champion, Luke 'The Nuke Littler.

Luke Littler - Ranking Titles

How many ranking titles has Luke Littler won?

Despite only being on the PDC'S professional circuit for a year, Luke Littler is already a two-time major ranking event title-holder.

'The Nuke', who reached the showpiece final of his maiden World Darts Championship in 2024, captured his first bona-fide ranking crown at the Grand Slam of Darts in November 2024.

The Warrington ace produced some scintillating arrows to record a comprehensive 17-3 success over Martin Lukeman in the final, having dispatched of Gary Anderson in a deciding leg shootout in a pulsating semi-final.

He very nearly made it back-to-back ranking event successes after reaching the final of the 2024 Players Championship Finals, but came unstuck in the final against world number one Luke Humphries.

He did however, bounce back from that disappointment in scintillating style by becoming the youngest world champion in the sport's history, romping to glory at Alexandra Palace in January 2025, seeing off three-time title-holder Michael van Gerwen in emphatic fashion.

Luke Littler - Other Career Titles & Accolades

Luke Littler has already defied logic by landing a number of other coveted crowns including the Premier League, on debut, and the World Series of Darts Finals.

Littler made a mockery of those questioning whether he could adjust to the rigours of the Premier League, racing to top spot in the group stage, before seeing off world number one Luke Humphries in the final.

He followed that up with victory at the World Series of Darts, where he beat Michael Smith 11-4 in Germany, whilst he has also captured numerous other non-ranking titles during his maiden year on the circuit.

Littler initially rose to prominence with a stunning charge to the World Youth Title in 2023, seeing off Gian van Veen in the final, having already won numerous Modus Super Series events.

Luke Littler - World Ranking

What is Luke Littler's world ranking?

Luke Littler is currently ranked number two on the PDC’s two-year Order of Merit.

It makes a remarkable rise for 'The Nuke' who has only been on the professional tour for a single season.

His success at the Grand Slam of Darts and deep run at Butlin's, Minehead, propelled him into the top five for the first time, and he was soon up at number two, as a consequence of the bumper £500k he earned for winning the 2025 World Darts Championship.

Luke Littler - Nickname

What is Luke Littler's nickname?

Luke Littler adopted his 'The Nuke' moniker in 2020 when he was still dreaming of becoming a professional darts player.

Littler and his dad came up with the nickname whilst deliberating ideas inside a pub.

Luke Littler - Age

How old is Luke Littler?

Luke Littler is 17-years-old and will celebrate his 18th birthday on 21st January 2025.

Where is Luke Littler from?

Luke Littler was born in Runcorn, Cheshire, but currently resides in nearby Warrington.

Luke Littler - Prize Money

How much money has Luke Littler won on the Order of Merit?

Luke Littler has collected a remarkable £1,118,500 in prize money over a two-year period in ranking tournaments.

That tally is even more impressive given 'The Nuke' won't be defending the bulk of those ranking points in 2025 with the 2024 season being his first on the professional circuit.

Luke Littler - Darts

What darts does Luke Littler use?

Luke Littler currently uses his signature Luke Littler Gen 1 Darts in 23g, which have been produced exclusively for him by leading darts manufacturer Target Darts.

Luke Littler - Net Worth

How much money is Luke Littler worth?

Luke Littler is understood to boast a current net worth of around £6m, with the bulk of that being made up by his bumper sponsorship agreement with target Darts.

'The Nuke' inked 'the biggest sponsorship agreement in darts history' in 2024, with the deal expected to last between five and ten years.