The excitement continues at Alexandra Palace as Day Two (Evening Session) of the PDC World Darts Championship 2025/26 delivers another thrilling lineup of first-round matches followed by a headline second-round clash. This session promises high drama, elite finishing, and emerging stars taking the world stage.
Date & Time (Evening Session)
Friday, December 12
Starts at 7:00 p.m. GMT / 2:00 p.m. ET
MATCH CARD – DAY 2 EVENING SESSION
The evening session features four matches—three from the 1st Round and one from the 2nd Round. Here is the complete lineup:
Ross Smith vs Andreas Harrysson (1st Round)
A fantastic opening match to kick off the session.
Ross Smith
- Known for: Heavy scoring, consistent 180s
- Strength: Composed under pressure
- WC Record: Former European Champion
- Style: Power scoring with sharp doubles
Andreas Harrysson
- Swedish qualifier with strong floor form
- Strength: Steady rhythm and scoring
- Underdog but dangerous
Prediction Insight: Smith enters as the favorite, but Harrysson’s calm tempo could trouble him if Smith’s doubles slip.
Ricky Evans vs Man Lok Leung (1st Round)
A crowd-pleasing match guaranteed!
Ricky “Rapid” Evans
- Fastest throw in darts
- Fan favorite for entertainment value
- When scoring well, almost unstoppable
- Uses speed to crack opponents’ rhythm
Man Lok Leung
- Rising star from Hong Kong
- Cool, disciplined throw
- Surprised many during qualifiers
Prediction Insight: If Evans finds early momentum, this could be quick—but Leung’s slower, steady pace may force errors.
Gian van Veen vs Cristo Reyes (1st Round)
One of the most high-profile first-round clashes!
Gian van Veen
- One of the brightest young talents
- Heavy scorer with Premier League potential
- 2025 Season ranking surge
Cristo Reyes
- Veteran returner
- Former Ally Pally giant-killer
- Dangerous if he finds rhythm early
Prediction Insight: A classic youth-vs-experience battle. Van Veen brings firepower; Reyes brings stage experience.
Damon Heta vs Steve Lennon (2nd Round Headliner)
The big match of the evening!
Damon “The Heat” Heta – (Seeded Player)
- One of the tournament’s elite seeds
- Known for: Steady composure + 100+ averages
- Strengths: Clinical on doubles, smart match play
- A real outside contender for a deep run
Steve Lennon
- Must win earlier in the session to reach this match (depending on session order)
- Strong scoring spells
- Capable of pushing seeded players to the limit
Prediction Insight:
Heta is expected to advance, but Lennon has a history of raising his game on big stages.
Venue
Alexandra Palace, London
Atmosphere: Electric, rowdy, colorful — Day 2 evenings are always loud and full of 180-chants.
Where to Watch
Depending on your country, coverage is typically available via:
- Sky Sports Darts (UK & Ireland)
- DAZN (US, CA, DE, etc.)
- Viaplay (Nordics)
- PDC TV (International streaming)
- Matchroom Live
(Your region may vary)
No VPN Needed (in most regions)
Tournament is widely accessible with regional broadcasters.
Extra: Full PDC World Darts Championship 2025/26 Schedule
(You can request a dedicated article for this)
Includes all rounds from December 11 to January 3, including:
- 1st Round: Dec 11–19
- 2nd Round: Dec 20–23
- 3rd Round: Dec 27–29
- 4th Round: Dec 29–30
- QF: Jan 1
- SF: Jan 2
- Final: Jan 3
Key Players to Watch in This Session
- Gian van Veen – future world champion potential
- Damon Heta – the highest-ranked player of the night
- Ricky Evans – fastest arm in darts
- Cristo Reyes – dangerous wildcard veteran
Summary
Day Two Evening Session brings a perfect mix of:
- High-seed excellence
- Tight first-round battles
- Rising future stars
- Returning legends
- Electric Ally Pally atmosphere
Every match has a story. Every dart matters.
PLAYER SPOTLIGHTS — Evening Session Stars
Ross Smith
- Former European Champion
- Scoring powerhouse
- One of the cleanest throws in the PDC
Ricky Evans
- Nickname: Rapid Ricky
- A fan favorite — pure entertainment
- If doubles land → unstoppable
Gian van Veen
- Nickname: GVV
- Young superstar
- Future Premier League star potential
Damon Heta
- The highest seed of the night
- Extremely consistent
- Could make a deep tournament run
❓ FAQs – Day 2 Evening Session
Q1. How many matches are in the Day 2 Evening Session?
There are four matches — three 1st Round + one 2nd Round match.
Q2. Who is the top seed playing on Day 2 Evening?
Damon Heta is the highest seed in this session.
Q3. What time does the session start?
7:00 PM GMT / 2:00 PM ET.
Q4. Is Gian van Veen playing on Day 2 Evening?
Yes — he faces Cristo Reyes in a major first-round showdown.
Q5. Where is the venue for the World Darts Championship?
Alexandra Palace, London.
