History of Champions League of Darts in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: February 27, 2026

The Champions League of Darts, sponsored by Paddy Power, was a non-ranking darts tournament held annually in September from 2016 to 2019. Organized by the Professional Darts Corporation (PDC), it showcased the top eight players in the PDC circuit. The tournament spanned two days, featuring a group stage followed by a knockout stage. It was the smallest of the PDC's televised premier events, offering a concentrated, high-stakes competition among elite dart players.

August 2015: PDC 2016 Calendar Announced

In August 2015, the PDC 2016 calendar had already been announced and a Barnsley round of the PDC Player Championship was moved to accommodate the new Champions League of Darts tournament.

February 2016: PDC and BBC announce broadcasting deal

In February 2016, the PDC announced the details of the inaugural Champions League of Darts tournament, along with a new broadcasting deal between the PDC and the BBC.

August 2016: 2017 Champions League Tournament Announced

In August 2016, a second Champions League tournament was announced as part of the release of the 2017 calendar.

2020: 2020 tournament cancelled

In 2020, the Champions League of Darts tournament was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and subsequently shelved by the PDC.

2020: Fifth edition cancelled due to COVID-19 pandemic

In 2020, the fifth edition of the Champions League of Darts, which was due to be held that year, was cancelled as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The tournament was subsequently shelved by the PDC.