Dave Chisnall is a PDC darts superstar with a career spanning decades. He rose from BDO challenger to PDC mainstay after reaching the 2010 BDO World Championship final.
## What is Dave Chisnall's background?
He was born on 12/09/1980 in St Helens, England, and is known for his powerful, heavy scoring and ruthless efficiency in mid-game.
Dave Chisnall's nickname is Chizzy, and he is right-handed.
## How has Dave Chisnall performed in tournaments?
He has earned 26 non-televised ranking titles, including victories at the Belgian Darts Open, Baltic Sea Open, European Darts Open, and Flanders Darts Trophy.
In 2025, he reaffirmed his calibre with a dazzling nine-darter at Players Championship 15 and several European Tour titles.
## What are Dave Chisnall's career stats?
His match averages over 108 in televised events show he can match the best when the pressure is on, with a highest PDC ranking of 5.
He has been a semi-finalist in the 2021 World Championship and consistently challenges top opponents in big events.
Dave Chisnall now resides in Morecambe in the UK and balances family life with his wife Michaela and their two children.
He is known for performing across decades and organisations while remaining friendly and grounded, building a strong fanbase.
## What's next for Dave Chisnall?
Still chasing that major win, Chizzy is a veteran battler with a game that demands respect and always threatens to break through.
He uses 22g Harrows Signature darts and walks on to the tune Dizzy – Vic Reeves & The Wonderstuff.
Dave Chisnall has often played the runner-up role in majors, with six times in televised finals, including the World Grand Prix, Grand Slam, Masters, and Players Championship Finals.