Littler out to win back-to-back titles as World Matchplay field confirmed

Luke Littler will be out to defend his Betfred World Matchplay title later this month as the world champion headlines a star-studded field heading to the Winter Gardens in Blackpool for this year's tournament, live on Sky Sports.

The Englishman clinched the coveted Phil Taylor Trophy after beating James Wade 18-13 in the final of last year's event, recovering from going 5-0 down to seal an enthralling comeback victory and become the fifth player in history to complete the 'Triple Crown'.