Selby vs Junxu Prediction 10 August 2026

Selby heads into the tournament following a challenging stretch, with just four wins in his last ten matches highlighting his inconsistency. Nevertheless, he remains a threat thanks to his formidable attacking game over that span, he has racked up 34 breaks of 50+ and an impressive 11 centuries. His highest break of 137 further underscores his ability to seize control of a frame in an instant. However, his lack of progress in knockout matches may point to some psychological hurdles when it comes to closing out games: in his previous outing, he fell 5-6 to Zhou Yuelong, once again struggling to convert his advantage into victory. Still, the sheer number of high breaks demonstrates that Selby continues to rely on his aggressive approach and looks to dictate play, even during a dip in form.

Pan Junxu has adopted a measured approach in his recent outings. His standout attribute is his ability to control the pace of the game through frequent short breaks. Over his last 10 matches, he has compiled 27 breaks of 50 points or more, with his highest break reaching 112. While century breaks have been less common just three over that span his consistent average scores instill confidence in his play, particularly when facing opponents who favour a more aggressive style. It’s also worth noting a trend in total frames: Pan’s matches rarely drag on, suggesting either dominant starts from him or quick finishes regardless of how each frame unfolds.