The competition was organised and held by the Professional Darts Corporation, with the 2012 edition having a prize fund over £200,000.

The tournament was available globally through the internet, except in the United States of America where it could not be shown for legal reasons.

Phil Taylor won his third Championship League title be defeating Simon Whitlock 6–4 in the final.

[1] The first group consisted of the top eight players from the PDC Order of Merit who were available for the competition.

The Championship League Darts awards prize money per leg won, as well as to the eventual winner, runner-up and semi-finalists of the entire tournament.

The dates were as follows: The tournament took place at the Crondon Park Golf Club in Essex.

[8] Played Wednesday October 17, was won by Simon Whitlock who qualifies for the winners group.

[9] Played Thursday October 18, was won by Dave Chisnall who qualifies for the winners group.

[10] Played Tuesday October 30, was won by Jamie Caven who qualifies for the winners group.