Oliver Lines v Jiang Jun Tips

Jiang Jun got to the last sixteen of the International Championship in November, and in the shorter format snooker, he wasn’t easily beaten last year. In stage one of the Championship League, he drew with Mark Davis and Anton Kazakov. I am backing this group opener with Oliver Lines will end in a draw.

Oliver Lines' greater experience and consistency on the professional tour, especially in a short format like Best of 4, gives him a slight edge. While Jiang Jun is a rising talent, Lines' match management and tactical acumen are likely to be superior.

Jiang Jun is ranked twelve places higher and has overall stronger performances arriving here. I think he can take this match.