Murphy vs Yize Prediction

    ENG
    Shaun Murphy
    CHN
    Wu Yize
    17
    18
    50
    50
    53
    95
    98
    90
    118
    32
    1
    16
    80
    8
    8
    83
    29
    66
    39
    103
    76
    72
    60
    86
    0
    0
    24
    1
    74
    82
    106
    32
    72
    89
    0
    97
    1
    91
    37
    9

    πŸ”Š Who will be crowned the world champion? We're in for an exciting match to close out the tournament in Sheffield. It's the final showdown, featuring Shaun Murphy and Wu Yize. The seasoned Englishman will attempt to outplay the young Chinese talent. So, what's the best bet to place? Let's delve into this. Here’s our prediction for the encounter.

    Head-to-Head

    πŸ“Š The snooker players have faced off twice in their entire rivalry history. Each has secured one victory. All these encounters took place this season.

    H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results

    50%
    1 Win
    50%
    1 Win
    03.05.26
    World Championship
    Shaun Murphy
    Shaun Murphy
    Wu Yize
    Wu Yize
    17
    18
    11.01.26
    The Masters
    Shaun Murphy
    Shaun Murphy
    Wu Yize
    Wu Yize
    2
    6
    09.10.25
    Xi'an Grand Prix
    Shaun Murphy
    Shaun Murphy
    Wu Yize
    Wu Yize
    5
    4
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    Shaun Murphy Player Overview

    Shaun is back in the World Championship final. Was he expected here? Not necessarily. However, over the past two weeks, the snooker player has been in solid form, allowing him not just to survive but to perform at maximum efficiency. Let's just remind you: Murphy dethroned Zhao Xintong in the quarterfinals with a score of 13-10. Then, he overcame John Higgins in an intense battle.

    Murphy defeated Higgins 17-15. Shaun demonstrated impressive break-building, compiling six breaks over 50 points and five centuries. It was a strong match, despite his opponent's attempts to derail it. The competitors played four tightly contested sessions. The final session proved decisive as Murphy turned the match around. Notably, the Englishman had a pot success rate of 75 percent.

    Match Results: Shaun Murphy

    15.05.26
    Snooker 900
    Shaun Murphy
    Shaun Murphy
    Joe Perry
    Joe Perry
    3
    5
    L
    03.05.26
    World Championship
    Shaun Murphy
    Shaun Murphy
    Wu Yize
    Wu Yize
    17
    18
    L
    30.04.26
    World Championship
    Shaun Murphy
    Shaun Murphy
    John Higgins
    John Higgins
    17
    15
    W
    28.04.26
    World Championship
    Zhao Xintong
    Zhao Xintong
    Shaun Murphy
    Shaun Murphy
    10
    13
    W
    23.04.26
    World Championship
    Xiao Guodong
    Xiao Guodong
    Shaun Murphy
    Shaun Murphy
    3
    13
    W
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    Wu Yize Player Overview

    A young Chinese player kept his country's hopes alive in the decisive match of the World Championship. China stands a strong chance of securing a second champion. Let's be fair: Yize has earned it. He's having an outstanding season, and his performance in Sheffield has been nothing short of remarkable. His victories in the last 16 and the semi-finals showcase the beauty of modern snooker.

    Let's focus on his last match against Mark Allen (17-16). Yize proved he is currently one of the most resilient players on the tour. Despite losing a significant lead during the match, he remained unfazed. As good as Mark Allen was, the Chinese player was even better. The snooker players treated the audience to a powerful display of scoring-Yize achieved thirteen breaks over 50 points, along with four centuries. Notably, the deciding frame ended with a score of 93-47. If you watched this match, you witnessed something truly incredible.

    Match Results: Wu Yize

    03.05.26
    World Championship
    Shaun Murphy
    Shaun Murphy
    Wu Yize
    Wu Yize
    17
    18
    W
    30.04.26
    World Championship
    Mark Allen
    Mark Allen
    Wu Yize
    Wu Yize
    16
    17
    W
    28.04.26
    World Championship
    Wu Yize
    Wu Yize
    Hossein Vafaei
    Hossein Vafaei
    13
    8
    W
    26.04.26
    World Championship
    Mark Selby
    Mark Selby
    Wu Yize
    Wu Yize
    11
    13
    W
    20.04.26
    World Championship
    Wu Yize
    Wu Yize
    Lei Peifan
    Lei Peifan
    10
    2
    W
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    Editorial Prediction

    This final is set to be a long one, with the match format extending to 35 frames. The winner will likely be the player best prepared mentally, and we believe the Chinese player holds an edge here. He's demonstrated his resilience in the match against Mark Allen and seems capable of doing it again. Shaun Murphy, with all due respect, remains an inconsistent player, which could work against him in this showdown. We're betting that the World Championship title will stay in China. Our pick is Wu Yize to win.

    Our choice
    Wu Yize Win at odds of -123*
    *The odds are relevant for the time of publication (3 May 2026, 04:19)

    Betting Tips: Shaun Murphy - Wu Yize

    Under 32.5 frames
    murphy-shaunin last 50 Shaun Murphy games.
    Total frames Under (32.5)
    -185
    Under 33.5 frames
    wu-yizein last 28 Wu Yize games.
    Total frames Under (33.5)
    -357
    Wu Yize has won with a +4.5 frames handicap
    wu-yizein last 28 matches.
    Wu Yize Handicap (+4.5)
    -400
    Shaun Murphy has won with a +1.5 frames handicap
    murphy-shaunin last 5 matches.
    Shaun Murphy Handicap (+1.5)
    -149