Overview

• Northern Ireland overcame a 7-5 deficit to edge Wales 10-9 in a last-leg decider and secure their first World Cup of Darts title.
• Josh Rock’s powerful scoring run, including breaking the tournament record for 180s, underpinned the comeback.
• Daryl Gurney sealed victory by hitting a double eight in the final leg after the pair had missed four match darts.
• England’s top seeds Luke Littler and Luke Humphries were stunned 8-4 by Germany in the second round, prompting criticism over their team ethic.
• The Frankfurt event featured 40 national teams, was broadcast live on Sky Sports, and awarded £80,000 to the Northern Irish champions.