Betfred World Championship (Thur April 25th) Last 32/Last 16

Saturday 20th of April~Monday 6th of May at The Crucible Theatre, Sheffield

As usual no morning play on the first Thursday of the event. At 1pm Ali Carter has a narrow 5-4 v Jack Lisowski, whilst the Last 16 begins for two former champions here, 2005 Shaun Murphy and 2010 Neil Robertson. Amazingly, it's been 4 years since their last big match, the 2015 Masters Final when Murphy thrashed Robertson 10-2.

In the evening, last year's semi-finalist Kyren Wilson holds a 6-2 lead over debutant Scott Donaldson, whilst 3 times World Champion Mark Selby faces a rematch of his 2015 China Open final with Gary Wilson.

Best of 25s from now in the Last 16 and Quarter-Finals.

DRAW

ORDER OF PLAY

Thursday 25th of April

1pm

**Jack Lisowski 4-5 Allister Carter Lisowski leads 1-0
Shaun Murphy v Neil Robertson Robertson leads 21-11

7pm

**Kyren Wilson 6-2 Scott Donaldson Wilson leads 1-0
Mark Selby v Gary Wilson Selby leads 5-0

** Denotes Final Session of a Match

First! Robbo to stuff smurph, hope dreamboat beats angry man but not sure that will happen, Selby obviously, and Kyren - who I've warmed to the last couple of years.

Strange to realise that Robertson and Murphy haven't faced each other in a serious event since 2015 Masters Final.

Vallomas wrote:Strange to realise that Robertson and Murphy haven't faced each other in a serious event since 2015 Masters Final.

I was at that final. I remarked at the time I think the reason Robbo was off that day was because he was booed as he entered the arena. A good majority bought tickets to see Ronnie in the final and he shattered those dreams the day before in the semis. I think he was shocked by that.

That was the same time my mate shouted out ‘c’mon ronnie!’ And John Virgo said ‘he’s not here mate’ hahaha.

Hey - i’m not the full tart.

Dan-cat wrote:That was the same time my mate shouted out ‘c’mon ronnie!’ And John Virgo said ‘he’s not here mate’ hahaha.

I remember that one. Didn’t that also happen to Bingham when he played Judd in the 2015 World Championship?

Jack did well to come out 5-4 down last night. Still expect Carter to win but I’ll be delighted to be proved wrong.

Dan-cat wrote:

Vallomas wrote:Strange to realise that Robertson and Murphy haven't faced each other in a serious event since 2015 Masters Final.

I was at that final. I remarked at the time I think the reason Robbo was off that day was because he was booed as he entered the arena. A good majority bought tickets to see Ronnie in the final and he shattered those dreams the day before in the semis. I think he was shocked by that.

Really?


That should have motivated him

Well it’s just a theory. He didn’t look too happy

Iranu wrote:Jack did well to come out 5-4 down last night. Still expect Carter to win but I’ll be delighted to be proved wrong.

C’mon Jackie D!!

Rooting for Jack today, can't say I'm too bothered about the others and the darts is on tonight so may give it a miss.

SnookerFan wrote:I'm going for a fried breakfast with my mum in a bit.

Jel, I had a boiled egg.

Must have been a shock for Robertson to be the 'heel' in a match with Shaun Murphy.

I very rarely want Murphy to win, but I’m really hoping he beats Assange.

SnookerFan wrote:I'm going for a fried breakfast with my mum in a bit.

Excellent idea keep yourself busy, feels weird having a morning off
Totally thought I was about to miss the deadline for predicts #panic

Today I’m supporting Neil, Jack Kyren and don’t care

It’s 10am and I don’t know what to do with myself

I find it interesting how many people dislike Robbo. Never really understood why.

I share pinkies dislike of Robertson. Always have. So come on Murphy. Carnivore beats Vegan all day long. Smurf Power!

Iranu wrote:I find it interesting how many people dislike Robbo. Never really understood why.

For me he is the king of passing the buck. I never saw worse player who blames his own poor play on other things like the crowd, arena, noise, table etc. So annoying but he is who he is and i've never like him.

I’d like Donaldson to win but I don’t see him fighting back having lost the last couple of frames.

I’m hoping Robbo wins as I have money on him.

I’m not bothered about the other matches.

I can't stand Murphy, and whilst I'm fairly neutral towards Robbo I find the latter to have a more palatable personality.