World Cup of Darts 2025: Complete Results and Overview

Northern Ireland claimed the PDC BetVictor World Cup of Darts 2025 title after edging Wales 10-9 in a thrilling final at Eissporthalle Frankfurt. The victory marked a historic achievement for Josh Rock and Daryl Gurney, who sealed the championship in front of a capacity crowd in Germany on June 15.

The 15th edition of the tournament brought together 40 nations competing in pairs across four days of high-stakes action. The total prize fund stood at £450,000, with Northern Ireland earning £80,000 for their triumph. This was the second World Cup title for Northern Ireland, following their inaugural victory in 2019.

England entered the event as defending champions after securing a record fifth title in 2024 with a 10-6 final victory over Austria at the same venue. However, the Three Lions were eliminated in the second round by host nation Germany, who delivered a standout upset performance throughout the tournament.

What were the results of the World Cup of Darts 2025?

The knockout stage produced several dramatic results, culminating in a closely contested final between Northern Ireland and Wales. Below is a complete breakdown of the elimination rounds.

Final

• Northern Ireland 10-9 Wales

Semi-Finals

• Germany 1-8 Northern Ireland
• Wales 8-5 Netherlands

Quarter-Finals

• Germany 8-7 Australia
• Netherlands 8-2 Czechia
• Northern Ireland 8-5 Republic of Ireland
• Wales 8-4 Hong Kong

Second Round Highlights

• Malaysia 3-8 Czechia
• Hong Kong 8-4 Sweden
• Switzerland 3-8 Republic of Ireland
• Northern Ireland 8-2 South Africa
• Wales 8-2 Philippines
• Scotland 0-8 Netherlands
• England 4-8 Germany
• Australia 8-1 Argentina

What was the schedule for the World Cup of Darts 2025?

The four-day tournament followed a structured schedule, progressing from group stages through to the championship final.

Day 1-2: Group Stage (June 12-13)

The opening two days featured round-robin group matches across multiple pools. Teams were divided into groups, with winners advancing directly to the knockout rounds. Key results from Day 1 included Sweden defeating Lithuania 4-1, the Czech Republic posting a 4-2 win over Chinese Taipei, Japan edging Croatia 4-3, Ireland beating Gibraltar 4-2, Malaysia overcoming Canada 4-1, Hong Kong blanking the USA 4-0, Poland edging South Africa 4-3, Belgium defeating Latvia 4-1, the Netherlands winning 4-0 against Italy, Germany beating Portugal 4-2, Austria downing Spain 4-1, and New Zealand posting a 4-0 victory over Finland.

Day 2 saw Australia defeat Spain 4-0 and France edge Sweden 4-3, confirming the remaining advancing nations.

Day 3: Second Round (June 14)

Afternoon matches began at 1:00 p.m. local time, with second-round encounters determining the quarter-final line-up. The evening session commenced at 7:00 p.m., completing the round of 16 matches.

Day 4: Knockout Finals (June 15)

Quarter-finals started at 1:15 p.m. in the afternoon, followed by semi-finals and the championship final in the evening session.

Which teams and pairs competed in the World Cup of Darts 2025?

Forty nations participated in the tournament, with pairs representing each country throughout the competition. The seeded teams included England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland, who bypassed the group stage as top contenders.

Finalists and Semi-Finalists

Northern Ireland (4th seeds): Josh Rock and Daryl Gurney claimed the title with their 10-9 final victory over Wales.

Wales (2nd seeds): Jonny Clayton and Gerwyn Price finished as runners-up after their narrow final defeat.

Germany: The host nation’s pairing delivered a standout performance, eliminating defending champions England before reaching the semi-finals.

Netherlands: The Dutch duo advanced to the semi-finals with victories over Scotland and Czechia.

Group Stage Highlights

Among the groups confirmed in the results, Group E featured Poland (Krzysztof Ratajski and Radek Szaganski, 9th seeds), South Africa (Cameron Carolissen and Devon Petersen), and Norway (Cor Dekker and Kent Joran Sivertsen). Group F included Canada (Matt Campbell and Jim Long, 10th seeds), Malaysia (Tengku Shah and Tan Jenn Ming), and Denmark (Benjamin Drue Reus and Andreas Hyllgaardhus).

Additional advancing nations included Sweden, the Czech Republic, Japan, Ireland, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Poland, Belgium, Austria, and New Zealand.

Where can I get tickets for the World Cup of Darts 2025?

The 2025 event has now concluded. For future tournaments, official tickets and detailed information are available through PDC.tv, the official platform of the Professional Darts Corporation. The website provides tournament schedules, live scores, and booking options for upcoming events.

The PDC calendar section at pdc.tv/calendar/ offers advance notice of scheduled tournaments, enabling fans to plan attendance well ahead of each event.

PDC World Cup of Darts 2025: Day-by-Day Timeline

1. June 12 (Day 1): Group stage matches commenced across all pools. Key results included Sweden 4-1 Lithuania, Czech Republic 4-2 Chinese Taipei, Japan 4-3 Croatia, Ireland 4-2 Gibraltar, Malaysia 4-1 Canada, Hong Kong 4-1 USA, Poland 4-3 South Africa, Belgium 4-1 Latvia, Netherlands 4-0 Italy, Germany 4-2 Portugal, Austria 4-1 Spain, and New Zealand 4-0 Finland.
2. June 13 (Day 2): Group stage concluded with remaining pool matches. Australia defeated Spain 4-0 and France beat Sweden 4-3, confirming all knockout qualifiers.
3. June 14 (Day 3): Second-round matches determined quarter-final matchups. Germany’s upset over England and Northern Ireland’s dominant 8-2 victory over South Africa were among the standout results.
4. June 15 (Day 4): Quarter-finals took place in the afternoon, followed by semi-finals and the final in the evening. Northern Ireland defeated Wales 10-9 to claim the championship.

What information is confirmed versus unclear about the 2025 World Cup of Darts?

Historical context of the PDC World Cup of Darts

The PDC World Cup of Darts was established in 2012 as part of PDC chairman Barry Hearn’s initiative to expand professional darts globally. The tournament has grown from its inaugural format into one of the premier events on the PDC calendar, attracting nations from every continent.

The 2025 edition marked the 15th installment of the competition, held annually at Eissporthalle Frankfurt since 2024. The pairs team format distinguishes this event from individual PDC majors, emphasizing national representation and collaborative play. For more details on major PDC events, explore the Premier League Winners List.

Northern Ireland’s 2025 victory marked their second World Cup title, having previously won in 2019. England remains the most successful nation with five titles, followed by the Netherlands with three championships.

Sources and coverage

Comprehensive coverage of the 2025 tournament was provided through multiple outlets, including match reports from Evening Standard and live result tracking via Sofascore.

Detailed match schedules and bracket updates were available through Sporting News during the event, while Darts News provided ongoing group stage standings and knockout qualifier information.

The official PDC.tv platform remains the primary source for tournament schedules, scores, and booking information for future PDC events.

Summary

Northern Ireland emerged victorious at the PDC BetVictor World Cup of Darts 2025, defeating Wales 10-9 in a closely contested final at Eissporthalle Frankfurt. Josh Rock and Daryl Gurney secured the £80,000 winner’s prize across four days featuring 40 competing nations. The tournament delivered dramatic moments, including Germany’s upset over defending champions England and Northern Ireland’s decisive run through the knockout stages. For related PDC content, see the Premier League Winners List.

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