James Wade vs Phil Taylor
James Wade vs Phil Taylor: head-to-head — careers, honours, key numbers and why the rivalry matters.
Why compare James Wade and Phil Taylor?
Wade's rivalry with Phil Taylor is one of the most notable in darts history, with multiple high-stakes encounters, including finals. Taylor has often been a benchmark for Wade's performances.
James Wade
Key numbers
- Major Titles11
- PDC Titles40
- World Championship Semi-finals4
- UK Open Titles3
- World Grand Prix Titles2
Top honours
- World MatchplayWinner (1): 2007
- World Grand PrixWinner (2): 2007, 2010
- UK OpenWinner (3): 2008, 2011, 2021
- European ChampionshipWinner (1): 2018
- Premier LeagueWinner (1): 2009
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Phil Taylor
Key numbers
- World Championships16 titles
- Professional Tournaments WonOver 200
- PDC Hall of FameInducted in 2011
Top honours
- World Darts Championship16 titles (1990–1992, 1994–1995, 1997–1998, 2000–2001, 2003–2004, 2006–2007, 2010)
- World Matchplay16 titles
- Jocky Wilson Cup2009
- Masters of Darts2005
- News of the World Championship1997