Luke Littler closes in on history after easing into World Championship final

Friday night’s final promises to be the hottest ticket in town as the two biggest names in the sport go head-to-head for the Sid Waddell Trophy.

Luke Littler is back in the World Championship final after beating Stephen Bunting. Picture: Zac Goodwin/PA

Luke Littler is one win away from creating history as he booked his place in a second successive World Championship final.

The 17-year-old beat Stephen Bunting 6-1 in a masterful semi-final performance at Alexandra Palace, remaining on course to become the youngest world champion in the sport.