Van Barneveld failed to win in the first two days of the Icons of Darts Live League; while Nijman defeated him twice with ease and won eight on the bounce.
The five-time World Champion though saw off his compatriot in a 5-4 win which featured a 94.6 average with four 180s and 5/7 on the doubles overall.
Andy Jenkins continued his fine form as well seeing off Mark Webster in a 5-1 win who was returning to action today.
The former World Championship semi-finalist hit a 98.5 average and 71% on the doubles to add to his tally from yesterday which only saw him lose once overall over the course of the day.
Andy Jenkins (98.52) 5-1 (84.14) Mark Webster
Raymond van Barneveld (94.62) 5-4 (94.31) Wessel Nijman
David Evans v Andy Jenkins
Mark Webster v Raymond van Barneveld
Wessel Nijman v David Evans
Andy Jenkins v Raymond van Barneveld
Mark Webster v Wessel Nijman
David Evans v Raymond van Barneveld
Andy Jenkins v Wessel Nijman
Mark Webster v David Evans
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