Anda vs Vafaei Prediction 19 March 2026

    CHN
    Zhang Anda
    IRN
    Hossein Vafaei
    4
    5
    137
    7
    78
    75
    1
    7
    117
    51
    52
    0
    66
    50
    82
    61
    93
    1
    30
    63

    🔊 In the World Open's Round of 16, Zhang Anda from China faces off against Hossein Vafaei from Iran. The match will be played in a Best of 9 format, adding an extra layer of intrigue to the contest as both players aim to climb the world rankings and secure a spot in the quarterfinals. Both snooker players have an equal number of wins and losses in their last ten matches, but each has unique strengths that could influence the outcome of this encounter.

    Head-to-Head

    📊 The snooker players haven't faced each other in the tour for a long time, so this information is unlikely to be useful for us.

    Head-to-head statistics Anda - Vafaei

    29%
    2 Wins
    57%
    4 Wins
    15.07.26
    Championship League
    Zhang Anda
    Zhang Anda
    Hossein Vafaei
    Hossein Vafaei
    2
    2
    19.03.26
    World Open
    Zhang Anda
    Zhang Anda
    Hossein Vafaei
    Hossein Vafaei
    4
    5
    08.10.24
    Wuhan Open
    Zhang Anda
    Zhang Anda
    Hossein Vafaei
    Hossein Vafaei
    5
    3
    25.09.24
    British Open
    Hossein Vafaei
    Hossein Vafaei
    Zhang Anda
    Zhang Anda
    1
    4
    01.12.23
    UK Championship
    Hossein Vafaei
    Hossein Vafaei
    Zhang Anda
    Zhang Anda
    6
    4
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    Zhang Anda Player Overview

    Zhang Anda has shown average form, securing five wins in his last ten matches. His style can be described as hybrid, blending aggressive offense with tactical defensive elements. During this period, he has crafted 25 breaks over 50 points and four century breaks, showcasing his ability to construct series. In his most recent match against Xiao Guodong, the snooker player confidently claimed victory with a 5-2 scoreline, demonstrating strong game control. Zhang brings experience from international tournaments and is renowned for his resilience under pressure.

    Match Results: Zhang Anda

    14.08.26
    China Open
    Stuart Bingham
    Stuart Bingham
    Zhang Anda
    Zhang Anda
    6
    3
    L
    13.08.26
    China Open
    Chris Wakelin
    Chris Wakelin
    Zhang Anda
    Zhang Anda
    4
    6
    W
    11.08.26
    China Open
    Zhao Xintong
    Zhao Xintong
    Zhang Anda
    Zhang Anda
    5
    6
    W
    28.07.26
    Shanghai Masters
    Jack Lisowski
    Jack Lisowski
    Zhang Anda
    Zhang Anda
    6
    4
    L
    23.07.26
    British Open
    Alfie Burden
    Alfie Burden
    Zhang Anda
    Zhang Anda
    2
    4
    W
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    Hossein Vafaei Player Overview

    Hossein Vafaei also boasts five wins in his last ten matches, though his break-building stats are slightly more modest, with only two centuries and eleven 50+ breaks. However, Vafaei is renowned for his ability to rise to the occasion in crucial moments, often clinching frames with his focus and mental resilience. In his most recent match, he outplayed Mark Williams with a 5-2 victory, showcasing excellent ball positioning and precise shot-making.

    Match Results: Hossein Vafaei

    25.08.26
    Wuhan Open
    Hossein Vafaei
    Hossein Vafaei
    Neil Robertson
    Neil Robertson
    3
    5
    L
    13.08.26
    China Open
    Stuart Bingham
    Stuart Bingham
    Hossein Vafaei
    Hossein Vafaei
    6
    0
    L
    08.08.26
    China Open
    Linhao, Liu
    Linhao, Liu
    Hossein Vafaei
    Hossein Vafaei
    0
    6
    W
    22.07.26
    Shenzhen Open
    Hossein Vafaei
    Hossein Vafaei
    Antoni Kowalski
    Antoni Kowalski
    5
    4
    W
    15.07.26
    Championship League
    Zhang Anda
    Zhang Anda
    Hossein Vafaei
    Hossein Vafaei
    2
    2
    D
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    ⭐ Editorial Prediction

    The form of both players appears similar based on recent matches, yet the difference might lie in their approach to the game: Zhang is more consistent in building long breaks, while Vafaei excels in clutch moments of frames. We're likely to witness a closely contested battle with potential momentum swings throughout the match. Considering the Best of 9 format and the evenly matched odds for both competitors, betting on over 7.5 frames total seems a reasonable prediction-this suggests a tight match with a high level of competition between the players.

    Total frames Over (7,5)
    Published: 18/03/2026, 17:26

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