Shaun Murphy vs Ronnie O’Sullivan Preview & Prediction | 2026 Champion of Champions | Group Three
by Trystan Pugh ·
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It is a repeat of the 2017 final as Shaun Murphy faces four-time champion Ronnie O’Sullivan in the Group Three semi-finals on Wednesday.
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Venue: Mattioli Arena, Leicester, England
How to watch on TV & online: UK – ITV & ITVX / USA – FanDuel
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Shaun Murphy vs Ronnie O’Sullivan prediction
Shaun Murphy's only success in the Champion of Champions came in 2017, when he defeated Ronnie O’Sullivan 10-8 in the final, and he will be hoping to avoid a third successive early exit in the event.
O’Sullivan is the most successful player in the history of this event, with four titles to his name, but he is at risk of losing his place in the world's top 16, especially after his first-round exit at the recent Northern Ireland Open and subsequent withdrawal from the International Championship.
The Rocket simply isn't playing enough snooker right now, and over this short format you can see him getting caught cold against the more match-sharp Murphy.
Shaun Murphy vs Ronnie O’Sullivan tip: Shaun Murphy to win
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