Murphy vs Williams Prediction

    ENG
    Shaun Murphy
    WAL
    Mark Williams
    1
    6
    0
    7
    61
    81
    34
    50
    0
    65
    111
    74
    0
    84
    55
    102

    🔊 The Saudi Arabia Snooker Masters will feature a round of 16 clash between Shaun Murphy and Mark Williams. Both players are renowned for their impressive achievements on the global stage, adding a layer of intrigue to this encounter. Murphy is eager to bounce back after some mixed results in recent matches, while Williams is in fine form, having secured seven wins out of his last ten games. Given their past head-to-head battles, this promises to be a tense showdown.

    Head-to-Head

    Six wins to two. Shaun Murphy holds a significant advantage in their head-to-head encounters.

    H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results

    60%
    6 Wins
    40%
    4 Wins
    13.10.25
    Xi'an Grand Prix
    Shaun Murphy
    Shaun Murphy
    Mark Williams
    Mark Williams
    3
    10
    13.08.25
    Saudi Arabia Snooker Masters
    Shaun Murphy
    Shaun Murphy
    Mark Williams
    Mark Williams
    1
    6
    17.05.25
    Helsinki International Snooker Cup
    Mark Williams
    Mark Williams
    Shaun Murphy
    Shaun Murphy
    4
    3
    21.07.23
    Championship League
    Shaun Murphy
    Shaun Murphy
    Mark Williams
    Mark Williams
    3
    0
    11.01.21
    The Masters
    Shaun Murphy
    Shaun Murphy
    Mark Williams
    Mark Williams
    6
    4
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    Shaun Murphy Player Overview

    Shaun Murphy has struggled to find consistent form in his last ten matches, securing only four wins against six losses. Despite this, his play is marked by an aggressive style, frequently delivering breaks over 50 points-he's achieved 25 such runs, including five century breaks. However, he also makes numerous errors, with opponents recording higher breaks against him-ten times reaching or exceeding the century mark. In his most recent match against Thepchaiya Un-Nooh, Murphy displayed confidence and secured a 5-1 victory, which might indicate some improvement in his form.

    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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    Mark Williams Player Overview

    Mark Williams is in impressive form, securing seven victories in his last ten matches. His playing style strikes a balance between offense and defense, enabling him to adapt effectively to various opponents. During this period, he has achieved a dozen century breaks. In the previous round, he defeated Yuan Sijun with a 5-3 scoreline, showcasing his composure and experience under pressure in the closing stages of the match.

    Match Results: Mark Williams

    24.04.26
    World Championship
    Barry Hawkins
    Barry Hawkins
    Mark Williams
    Mark Williams
    13
    9
    L
    18.04.26
    World Championship
    Mark Williams
    Mark Williams
    Antoni Kowalski
    Antoni Kowalski
    10
    4
    W
    12.04.26
    Snooker 900
    Mark Williams
    Mark Williams
    Stephen Hendry
    Stephen Hendry
    4
    0
    W
    11.04.26
    Snooker 900
    John Higgins
    John Higgins
    Mark Williams
    Mark Williams
    6
    4
    L
    31.03.26
    Tour Championship
    Mark Williams
    Mark Williams
    John Higgins
    John Higgins
    8
    10
    L
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    ⭐ Editorial Prediction

    When comparing the current form of the players, Mark Williams has the edge with a higher number of recent wins (7 out of 10) and overall consistency in performances. Shaun Murphy's statistics indicate significant fluctuations in his level of play even within a single match, often struggling under pressure from opponents with powerful shots. However, he holds a head-to-head advantage over his rival. With a quarterfinal spot at stake, both seasoned snooker players are set to clash. There will be room for errors and spectacular shots. We anticipate a lengthy encounter. Our bet is on total over 9.5 frames.

    Our choice
    Total frames Over (9.5) at odds of -110*
    *The odds are relevant for the time of publication (13 August 2025, 05:12)

    Betting Tips: Shaun Murphy - Mark Williams

    Under 9.5 frames
    murphy-shaunin last 8 Shaun Murphy games.
    Total frames Under (9.5)
    -125
    Shaun Murphy has won with a +1.5 frames handicap
    murphy-shaunwilliams-markin last 6 matches against Mark Williams.
    Shaun Murphy Handicap (+1.5)
    -250
    Mark Williams has won with a +1.5 frames handicap
    williams-markin last 6 matches (Saudi Arabia Snooker Masters).
    Mark Williams Handicap (+1.5)
    -149