Keane Barry was knocked of the World Darts Championship this evening, after losing in straight sets to the three-time champion and one of the all-time greats, Michael van Gerwen.
Although the history books will say 3-0 to the Dutchman, Barry was not without his chances and he scored well to throughout the match, averaging 95.81.
However, his double hitting was extremely poor, missing 14/16 for a 12.5 checkout percentage.
Van Gerwen, on the other hand, was ruthless, hitting 64.29% of is doubles, with a game high finish of 167.
In terms of positives for the Meathman, he did hit three 180s to Van Gerwen's two.
“I’m a little disappointed with my scoring, the most important thing is I won my first game," Van Gerwen said after.
“You don’t want to let yourself down, you have to fight for every leg, and when things like the 167 work it gives you a great boost.
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MVG OFF AND RUNNING!
It's first blood to Michael van Gerwen in our main event of the evening, with the Dutchman averaging over 103 to wrap up the opening set against Keane Barry!
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— PDC Darts (@OfficialPDC) December 19, 2023
167 CHECKOUT! 💥
MAGICAL FROM MICHAEL VAN GERWEN!
With Barry poised to break throw and take control of the second set, Van Gerwen responds with a roof-raising 167 checkout!
That was majestic! 👏 pic.twitter.com/arxrMBCatm
— PDC Darts (@OfficialPDC) December 19, 2023
VAN GERWEN STORMS INTO ROUND THREE 🟢
Michael van Gerwen beats Keane Barry in style to reach the Third Round ✅
Barry showed resolve, but Van Gerwen's class shone through!
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— PDC Darts (@OfficialPDC) December 19, 2023
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