Key Highlights
- Stephen Bunting dominated Raymond van Barneveld in a 6-0 win at the Exeter exhibition event.
- The match took place on November 20, 2025, as part of the run-up to the Players Championship Finals.
- Adrian Lewis and Ryan Searle also participated in the event hosted by MODUS and MDA in Exeter.
- Exeter will not host regular darts events next year due to changes in Premier League venues.
Dominant Performance at Exeter Exhibition Event
Stephen Bunting delivered a dominant performance against Raymond van Barneveld, securing an emphatic 6-0 victory in the showcloser of the Exeter exhibition event. The match, hosted by MODUS and MDA, took place on November 20, 2025, marking a significant highlight before the Players Championship Finals.
Event Details and Participants
The Exeter exhibition event, which saw the participation of several notable darts players, was designed to provide an engaging atmosphere for fans in the run-up to the upcoming season. Besides Bunting’s impressive win over van Barneveld, other matches included Adrian Lewis facing Keegan Brown with a 4-3 victory and Ryan Searle defeating both Adrian Lewis and Raymond van Barneveld.
Changes in Premier League Venues
The event in Exeter was the last to be held at Westpoint, which will not be hosting darts events next year. Instead, Belgium is set to host its first-ever Premier League action. This change in venues highlights the strategic shifts being made by the Professional Darts Corporation (PDC) to maintain a diverse and engaging competition calendar.
Local Hero Ryan Searle
Ryan Searle, hailing from the local area, added another memorable performance with his 6-2 win over Adrian Lewis. Despite not being on tour for next year, Searle remains an exciting prospect and is hopeful of making a strong run at the Players Championship Finals this weekend.
Approaching the End of the Season
The majority of exhibitions are scheduled to take place towards the end of the current season, with most players focusing on preparing for the Ally Pally tournament that begins on December 11. This event will be followed by more exhibition matches after a trip to Minehead.
Players Championship Finals Preparation
The Players Championship Finals are set to kick off this weekend, and fans can look forward to witnessing top-tier darts action in the coming days. The tournament promises to feature some of the best players in the world competing for the prestigious title.
Nickolas Springer withdraws from Players Championship Finals last minute due to illness
Just as fans were getting excited, it was announced that Niko Springer would not be participating at the Players Championship Finals after withdrawing due to an unexpected illness. This development comes as a disappointment but also highlights the unpredictable nature of professional sports.
Final Thoughts
The Exeter exhibition event provided a thrilling glimpse into the upcoming season, with standout performances from Bunting and Searle. As the PDC continues to adapt its schedule for 2026, fans can anticipate an exciting lineup of events leading up to the Players Championship Finals.
