World Champion Wright averaged 105.09 in a dominant display which proved too strong for a below-par Van Gerwen, who has 1️⃣ now lost four of his last six matches.
With three nights left to play, the world number one sits outside the 1️⃣ top four, while a much-needed victory for Wright sees him leapfrog Van Gerwen into fourth.
The most eagerly anticipated match saw 1️⃣ Wright open the contest in ruthless fashion, winning the opening five legs to assert his dominance.
Reigning Premier League champion Van 1️⃣ Gerwen then chalked up his solitary leg but there were no signs of a comeback, as Wright ensured a repeat 1️⃣ outcome of the most recent World Championship final.
Despite the win, Wright suggested better was yet to come after ending a 1️⃣ run of three straight losses.
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