Meath native Keane Barry faces Gerwyn Price in the 2025 PDC World Darts Championship.
Keane Barry, from Duleek, will take on the experienced Welshman Gerwyn Price later today in the second round of the 2025 PDC World Darts Championship. Barry secured his spot with an impressive 3-1 victory over Belgium's Kim Huybrechts in the first round on Sunday.
Darts continues to capture the imagination of sports fans each Christmas, with its popularity evident in packed arenas and record TV audiences. Last year, Luke Littler stole the spotlight during the 2024 PDC World Darts Championship. Could Barry produce a similar breakthrough this time? Here's everything you need to know about the young Irish star.
Who is he?
Keane Barry is a professional darts player born on June 25, 2002, in Duleek, County Meath. He started playing darts in 2006 and quickly made a name for himself on the youth and professional circuits.
A very strong start for Keane Barry 🇮🇪 pic.twitter.com/GPWtMyN3kl
— PDC Darts (@OfficialPDC) December 15, 2024
output:What has he won at youth level?
Barry boasts an impressive record in youth darts:
- Winner of the 2019 BDO World Youth Masters.
- Champion of the 2020 BDO World Youth Championship.
- Claimed the 2019 JDC World Championship, defeating Adam Gawlas.
- The only player to qualify for three consecutive World Boys Masters finals, winning one in 2019.
How has his professional career gone?
Barry earned a PDC Tour Card in 2021 after excelling on the Development and Challenge Tours. He has also secured multiple PDC Development Tour titles in 2020, 2022, and 2024.
What is his PDC World Championship record?
Barry has competed in the PDC World Darts Championship multiple times, reaching the second round in 2022, 2024, and now in 2025.
What’s his nickname?
“Dynamite.”
What’s his walk-on song?
Barry walks on stage to AC/DC’s classic hit, “TNT.”
What is his world ranking?
As of November 2024, Keane Barry is ranked 52nd in the world.
How can I watch Price v. Barry?
The match will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Main Event.
What time is it on?
The exact time will depend on the duration of earlier matches, as the schedule is subject to change.
