Michael van Gerwen marked his big stage return with victory over Adrian Lewis in his Betfred World Matchplay opener on Sunday night, as 2018 champion Gary Anderson crashed out on Day Two in Blackpool.

Michael van Gerwen insists he’s fighting fit as he begins his Betfred World Matchplay campaign against 2013 runner-up Adrian Lewis in a blockbuster first round clash on Sunday night.

James Wade admits the Betfred World Matchplay means more to him than any other tournament, as he bids to lift the coveted Phil Taylor Trophy for a second time.

Martin Lukeman is one of four debutants set to feature at this year’s Betfred World Matchplay, and the man nicknamed ‘Smash’ is confident of inflicting serious damage at the Winter Gardens.

Peter Wright began the defence of his Betfred World Matchplay title with victory over Madars Razma, as debutant Rowby-John Rodriguez dumped out eighth seed Jonny Clayton on a thrilling opening night at the Winter Gardens.

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Jonny Clayton is hoping to rediscover the winning formula as he targets a first title of 2022 at the Betfred World Matchplay in Blackpool.

Damon Heta is hoping to make the summer an even more unforgettable one at the Betfred World Matchplay.

The 2022 Betfred World Matchplay begins in Blackpool on Saturday, as the iconic Winter Gardens plays host to the showpiece event of the darting summer.