Yuan Sijun v Xu Yichen Tips

Yuan Sijun has lost four of his last five matches, so today he will be extra motivated to win the match against Xu Yichen in order to rehabilitate himself, especially since Yuan Sijun is ranked much higher in the world and is considered a very clear favorite in this pair.

Yuan Sijun is 30th in the ranking, and he comes here after 5 wins and 5 losses in his last 10 matches in all competitions. Xu Yichen qualified here as he recorded 3 wins at the Asia Oceania Q School in May, and he earned a two-year card on the World Snooker Tour. At these odds, I will try Xu Yichen.

Xu Yichen has not had a professional duel since mid-2016, but Yuan has lost four of his five recent duels in 2023 and does not look in good shape.

Yuan Sijun’s strong form and ability to control frames suggest he will outperform Xu Yichen by a significant margin. His experience in high-pressure situations ensures he can maintain a lead that exceeds the required threshold, making him a reliable choice to cover.