The Future Of Darts Is Now In The Hands Of Matchroom

The Future Of Darts Is Now In The Hands Of Matchroom

In 2026, the world of darts is set to experience a significant shift in its television coverage. Matchroom Media, a well-known multi-sport promoter, is taking over most of the production responsibilities for darts. This change marks a new era for the sport, and I have mixed feelings about it. On one hand, there are exciting opportunities, but on the other, there are potential drawbacks that we need to consider. Matchroom Media has a strong track…

Matchroom and WPA reach agreement at long last, ending two-and-a-half-year dispute

Matchroom and the World Pool Association (WPA) have finally reached an agreement to end their dispute, which has overshadowed professional pool for more than two-and-a-half years. The two entities have been squabbling with one another since Barry Hearn stated at the 2022 Mosconi Cup that the World Nineball Tour would no longer be seeking sanctioning from the WPA. Their lengthy dispute reached its boiling point when more than 200 players were ban…