Key Highlights
- Luke Humphries will defend his title against Gian van Veen in the 2025 Ladbrokes Players Championship Finals.
- The tournament features the top 64 players from the 2025 Players Championship season, with a prize pool of £600,000.
- It will take place at Butlin’s Minehead Resort from November 21-23.
- World number one Gerwyn Price is seeded first and faces Max Hopp in the opening round.
The Lineup for the 2025 Ladbrokes Players Championship Finals
The highly anticipated 2025 Ladbrokes Players Championship Finals draw has been confirmed, setting the stage for what promises to be an exciting tournament. The event, which features the top 64 players from the year-long Players Championship season, will take place at Butlin’s Minehead Resort in November.
Defending Champion and Top Seeds
Luke Humphries, who retained his title last year with victory over Luke Littler, has been drawn to open his bid for a third consecutive crown against Gian van Veen. Van Veen won the European Championship just this weekend, adding another layer of challenge to Humphries’ defense.
Key Matches and Seeds
Gerwyn Price, who finished the season in 58th position but has four Player Championship titles under his belt, will face Max Hopp. The top seed is set for a tough match against the German player who secured the final qualification spot.
Ross Smith, a former World Champion and current number 36 seed, takes on Jeffrey de Graaf of Sweden in an intriguing clash. Chris Dobey, another three-time Player Championship title holder, will face Keane Barry in his opening match.
Notable Competitors
Daryl Gurney, the 2017 champion, will play his former World Cup partner Brendan Dolan. Joe Cullen faces Peter Wright, a two-time World Champion, while James Wade will face Mickey Mansell in another standout match.
Tournament Schedule and Broadcast Details
Round One is set for Friday, November 21, with the first round matches taking place. Saturday’s schedule includes Round Two matches in the afternoon and Round Three in the evening. The quarter-finals, semi-finals, and final will be held on Sunday, November 23.
The tournament will be broadcast live on ITV4 in the UK, as well as through DAZN and Viaplay’s worldwide partners. PDCTV will also cover the second stage of the competition, with broadcasts taking place across Friday and Saturday.
