Iulian Boiko vs Xu Yichen Prediction 12 September 2025

In his last ten matches, Yulian Boiko has delivered mixed results, securing 4 wins and suffering 5 losses. This record highlights an inconsistency in his form. Nevertheless, with 15 breaks over 50 points and one century break, he demonstrates an ability to produce high-scoring runs. However, opponents have often had the upper hand, achieving 5 century breaks and 22 half-century breaks against him. Boiko's playing style can be described as hybrid; he attacks confidently but switches to defense at the slightest loss of initiative. This tournament presents Yulian with an opportunity to showcase his best after a recent 2-4 defeat to Alexander Ursenbacher. He needs to solidify his position and get back on the winning track to exhibit his full potential.

Xu Yichen is just beginning his career on the professional scene, and his results so far have been less than stellar. This year, he has played eight matches but secured victories in only two. However, this doesn't mean the 38-year-old from China lacks potential: he has managed a century break of 120 points and delighted fans with ten half-century breaks. In his match against Akani Songsermsawad in Northern Ireland, Xu started with a decent pace but ultimately fell 4-2, faltering under his opponent's pressure in the final stages. There is no head-to-head history between him and Yulian yet, which adds an extra layer of intrigue to their upcoming encounter.