DARTS fans have been left stunned by Michael van Gerwen's former appearance - as ... Sporting a wiry frame and a shock of auburn hair, MVG is the same age as Littler in the video.

But his opponent in tonight's World Darts Championship final, Michael van Gerwen, was also a hotshot ... But it is his heavily-gelled blonde hair which has caught the eye of modern viewers ...

More info Darts legend Michael van Gerwen has revealed he's parting ways ... Notably, Daphne, who once styled hair for a living, is an avid darts supporter having accompanied Van Gerwen globally.

There are few bigger household names in the world of darts than Michael van Gerwen, and as the 35-year-old Dutchman gears up for his 18th appearance in the PDC World Darts Championship ...