This month 15 years ago was the first time Michael van Gerwen and Phil Taylor had their first battle on TV during the Masters of Darts 2007. We bring you the highlights of this incredible game. Enjoy!
Michael van Gerwen’s 170 checkout
Michael van Gerwen’s 10-darter
Michael van Gerwen’s 164 checkout
Michael van Gerwen did beat Phil Taylor 3-0 (3-2, 3-2, 3-2) and went on playing Raymond van Barneveld in the semi final. During this match he hit a historical perfect leg making him the youngest player to throw a televised nine-darter.
BONUS: Michael van Gerwen’s 9-darter
In the end it was Raymond van Barneveld who won this match and played against Peter Manley in the final. One Dart achieved a 100% record en route to the final against Barney, but Van Barneveld clinched the title with a whitewash 7-0 set victory.