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Phil Taylor and Peter Wright return to action at the World Darts Championship on Wednesday

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Image: Phil Taylor faces Jelle Klaasen in the last 16 at Alexandra Palace

Phil Taylor continues his challenge for a 17th title at the World Darts Championship on Wednesday.

'The Power' is searching for his first trophy at the tournament since 2013 and faces a tricky last-16 test against Jelle Klaasen at Alexandra Palace.

In the previous round, Taylor was flattered by a 4-1 victory over Kevin Painter, and took a swipe at his critics in a passionate post-match interview. 

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Phil Taylor hit back at Eric Bristow

Klaasen produced a maximum 170 checkout in his second round 4-2 win over Mervyn King and the Dutchman will be determined to derail Taylor's bid for a quarter-final berth.

Former losing finalist Peter Wright will kick-off the action with a clash against Dave 'Chizzy' Chisnall, another genuine contender.

'Snakebite' Wright booked his place in the last 16 with a 4-0 win over Ronny Huybrechts, while Chisnall also enjoyed a comfortable 4-1 win over Christian Kist.

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Peter Wright progressed to the third round of the World Championship after beating Ronny Huybrechts 4-0

Mark Webster and Alan 'Chuck' Norris complete the line-up and this former BDO duo could supply an enthralling battle.

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Webster, the 2008 BDO world champion, booked his place in this round with a ruthless 4-0 win over Terry Jenkins.

Norris, a Lakeside runner-up in 2014, defeated Joe Murnan to extend his maiden run in the tournament.

Live World Darts Championship

Peter Wright v Dave Chisnall

Alan Norris v Mark Webster 

Phil Taylor v Jelle Klaasen

Watch day 12 of the World Darts Championship from 7pm on Sky Sports 3.

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