Yize vs Vafaei Prediction 28 April 2026

The young Chinese player has made his mark in the tour standings, just as we anticipated at the start of the season. This World Championship has clearly demonstrated that Yize is prepared for any challenge during a match. His journey in the World Championship began with a commanding victory over Lei Peifan (10-2), followed by a legendary triumph against Mark Selby (13-11).

The match against Mark was nothing short of legendary. Neither player was willing to give an inch. The snooker players kept each other within close range for a long time, and it was perhaps the third session that proved decisive, with the Chinese player taking a 12-9 lead. Even after losing two consecutive frames, he confidently sealed the victory in the final stretch (80-27). It wasn't a dazzling match from a statistical standpoint: Wu Yize managed only five breaks over 50 points, and his pot success rate stood at 59 percent.

Yes, and it's not Judd Trump. While you were asleep, another legendary victory unfolded. The Iranian snooker player knocked the world number one out of the tournament. Hossein is having an impressive World Championship and remains the only player in the draw who came through qualification. Vafaei has already played four matches in this World Championship.

Let's not downplay the Iranian's achievements, but Judd handed over the victory. He faltered exactly where he needed to push through. Even in the decisive frame, it started with a series from the Englishman, but he couldn't make it substantial.

Vafaei, on the other hand, displayed remarkable resilience. He never really fell far behind, showcasing high-quality snooker-possibly the best of his career. It's also worth noting that the Iranian delivered an incredibly strong third session, which can rightfully be considered the toughest. In his match against Trump, Vafaei made ten half-centuries plus one century.