Yize vs Wilson Prediction 17 January 2026

Remember the International Championship in China, where the title was claimed by a Chinese snooker player. Back then, the tournament followed an 11-frame format, just like this Masters. Yize hit an incredible stride that was unstoppable. The hint is clear: in London, he's looking just as impressive. His performances are stacking up.

Yize won his first match in the Masters with a 6-2 victory, sending the reigning champion Shaun Murphy packing. That was already a strong statement. But who would have thought he would win his quarter-final match with a 6-0 scoreline? This time, it was Xiao Guodong who fell. The young Chinese player showcased shot accuracy at 88 percent, notching up five half-centuries and a century. You get it: he crafted a break in virtually every winning segment. It's something extraordinary. This level of play has certainly influenced the odds for his semi-final match.

For quite some time, the notion of a semifinal and Kyren Wilson seemed incompatible. That streak can now be considered over. Kyren is once again just a step away from the decisive match, but it appears the challenges aren't entirely behind him. The snooker player has already navigated a path filled with trials. Yet, that's what championship character is all about-overcoming obstacles.

Let's set aside Si Jiahui, as there was no real contest there. Wilson simply secured the win. You're likely more intrigued by the match against Neil Robertson, where they had to play the maximum number of frames. Wilson emerged victorious with a 6-5 scoreline, despite leading 3-0, 4-1, and then trailing 4-5. It was a rollercoaster ride, ultimately won by the player who managed to calm his nerves at the right moment. Wilson notched up two half-centuries and three centuries, with a shot accuracy of 69 percent.