Bingham vs Burden Prediction 17 September 2026

Stuart Bingham is still searching for his best form: he has managed just four wins in his last ten outings, a run that hardly inspires confidence. Nevertheless, Bingham continues to showcase his break-building prowess, racking up 17 breaks over 50 and two centuries-his highest an impressive 140. Yet his opponents have often responded in kind, compiling 21 breaks of 50+ against him, including four centuries (the biggest reaching 132). In his most recent match, Bingham suffered a narrow 3-4 defeat to Anthony McGill-a clash that went down to the final ball but ultimately slipped away. Still, Bingham’s experience and ability to step up in the latter stages could prove decisive, especially in a longer-format contest.

Alfie Burden heads into the match with just three wins from his last ten outings-a run that suggests below-average form and a lack of any significant streaks. However, when it comes to half-century breaks, he matches his opponent with 17, and actually leads in centuries-four to Bingham’s two, with a top break of 107. It’s also worth highlighting the consistent trend toward shorter matches in Burden’s recent games. This typically points to either a lack of resistance or one player dominating proceedings, leaving little suspense for the final frames. In the previous round of the Northern Ireland Open, Alfie dispatched Jimmy Robertson 4-1 in convincing fashion; his ability to start fast could prove an advantage against a more seasoned rival.