Anderson gave massive praise to his opponent despite that though and said that he will keep fighting the pain barrier.
"It was a hard game to win, hats off to Chris he played a great game and I pinched it in the end," said Anderson.
"At the moment my back is causing me pain and every dart hurts me but I'm trying really hard and I'll keep fighting."
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