Luke Littler was ruthlessly trolled by one of his Premier League rivals as he celebrated his 18th birthday on Tuesday. The reigning world champion is now officially an adult, meaning he is finally able to buy a pint to celebrate his recent success.

Luke Littler celebrated his birthday with a low-key affair at his parents' house as the darts world champion finally turned 18 this week. The darts star snubbed the chance to have his first legal pint down the pub, and instead opted for an intimate family dinner at their home in Warrington.

Luke Littler starts Premier League defence against Michael van Gerwen - Littler will meet the Dutchman in Northern Ireland in week one on February 6 in a repeat of the World Championship final.

Luke Littler turns 18 today, but instead of a big birthday bash he says he will be having a small celebration with family. The darts champ says he got the "best early birthday present" earlier this month when he won the World Championship becoming the youngest world champion at 17.

Luke Littler beat Michael van Gerwen in the World Darts Championship final earlier this month. James Fearn/. Darts prodigy and reigning world champion Luke Littler cel

Luke Littler is doing very well for himself on and off the oche, with his earnings predicted to ‘skyrocket’ after celebrating his 18th birthday today. The Nuke turns 18 on 21 January having won the World Darts Championship earlier this month,