Luke Bamford has secured his place in the 2025 Maver Match This Grand Final after winning Sunday’s qualifier at Lake View Fishery. The event was the second of a busy weekend, following Rob Swan’s success at Westwood Lakes just a day earlier.
Luke, who is sponsored by Middy, drew peg 16 on Marina Lake and went on to top the field with a weight of 154lb 12oz. The result confirms him as the 22nd angler to qualify for this year’s final. Although little detail has been shared about the tactics used on the day, Bamford’s performance was enough to lead a competitive field on a venue known for its variety and depth.

With only a handful of qualifiers remaining, the race for the remaining spots continues to intensify. Luke Bamford now takes his place in what is shaping up to be one of the most competitive Maver Match This finals to date.
The 2025 Maver Match This Grand Final Line-Up So Far:
- James Woodrow
- Lee Thornton
- Jimmy Brooks
- Les Marshall
- Vic Molyneux
- Andy Bailey
- Ryan Lidgard
- Andy Power
- Jack Williams
- Mark Griffiths
- Jack Damant
- Andy Harrison
- Kerry Kirkwood
- Jamie Hughes
- Mitch Ross
- Jame Howarth
- Mike McMillan
- Sam Brown
- Ryan Bennett
- Sam Slocket
- Rob Swan
- Luke Bamford
The next qualifier takes place at Tunnel Barn Farn, Warwickshire on Saturday, 9th August. With only a handful of qualifier left in this year’s series, it’s sure to be a hotly contested match. You can buy tickets for all remaining Maver Match This qualifier matches from mavermatch.co.uk/buy-maver-match-this-tickets. Tickets are available for £54.99.