Luke Littler has firmly stated that he will not be following his friend Angry Ginge into the wilderness after the YouTuber’s victorious stint on reality TV’s campfire-themed show.
Affectionately known as Nuke, Littler was quick to congratulate Angry Ginge, whose real name is Morgan Burtwistle, following his recent triumph on “I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here.” Despite this, the darts champion from Warrington, starting his defense at the Professional Darts Corporation event at Alexandra Palace, has made it clear that he has no intention of subjecting himself to the infamous bushtucker trials under any circumstances.
The 18-year-old prodigy has drawn a firm line at consuming unpalatable items like kangaroo anus or crocodile genitalia for the sake of entertainment, particularly in front of the show’s hosts Ant and Dec. Littler expressed his resolute stance, stating, “Would I go in the jungle myself? No, I actually wouldn’t. At first I said I would for the right money, but I’ve been watching it now, and it’s a definite no. I just couldn’t. No way.”
Reflecting on the challenges faced by the contestants, especially referencing rapper Aitch’s experiences, Littler reaffirmed his decision, emphasizing, “Watching it, I don’t think I could actually do it. No. Especially the first two trials, especially what Aitch had to do. I said to my girlfriend Faith, like, no, I’m not doing it ever. No way. There’s no way.”
Burtwistle, aged 24, emerged as the victor of the reality show, with Tom Read Wilson securing the runner-up position and Eastenders actress Shona McGarty finishing in third place. In his final bushtucker trial, Angry Ginge braved snakes and critters in a challenge named Helmet of Hell, while Read Wilson consumed camel’s brain and pig’s reproductive organ.
Celebrating his friend’s success in Australia, Littler joined fellow Manchester United fans at Molineux to witness the club’s 4-1 victory over Wolves. The world No.1 was even featured on TV cameras alongside United’s head of fan engagement, Rick McGagh.
United’s captain, Bruno Fernandes, who scored two goals in the match, responded to Littler’s tweet about his enjoyable away day experience with a darts emoji, acknowledging the darts champion’s presence at the game.