The young debutant, who's already won £200,000, is set to face Luke Humphries after his definitive 6-0 victory over Scott Williams. Littler’s achievement makes him the youngest finalist in history, breaking Kirk Shepherd's 2008 record.

"I can't believe I'm in the final on my debut," Littler remarked, expressing his shock and ambition. He plans to maintain his daily routine of having an omelette and pizza as he prepares for the upcoming final.

Luke Humphries, the new world number one, expects a difficult match, acknowledging Littler's formidable performance.

Throughout the tournament, Littler's journey to the final showcased wins against seasoned players including a 3-0 victory over Christian Kist and a notable win against five-time champion Raymond van Barneveld. His consistent excellence is highlighted by an average match score of over 100, a feat unmatched by any other player this year.

As Littler approaches his birthday, he's celebrated by fans and has significantly climbed the world rankings, potentially reaching as high as ninth. A win in the final could yield a half-million-pound prize and make him the youngest ever tournament winner.

Despite a shaky start, Littler quickly gained momentum, finishing the semi-final with a superior three-dart average and checkout accuracy than Cross. He now discards the development tour, setting his sights on rising higher than the top 32 rankings.

Humphries, who has won 18 consecutive games, finally surpassed a tournament average of 100 in his quarter-final match and understands the significance of becoming world number one.

However, he emphasizes that winning the world championship is a lifelong honor. Acknowledging Littler's talent, Humphries admits he'll need to bring his best game to the final, anticipating it could be one of the most memorable.

The final showdown is set to be a thrilling conclusion to an already extraordinary tournament.