Day vs O´Sullivan Prediction 28 April 2024

In this 1/8 final of the World Championship, Ryan Day vs. Ronnie O'Sullivan, no intrigue is expected, which our prediction also takes into account, based on current data. Will the world ranking's number 18 beat the leader for the first time in 13 years? Sportbooks are almost certain that he won't. And we, in turn, also see no basis for a sensation so far.

Day has closely approached retirement. However, the desire to make some noise before ending his career is still there. In Sheffield, Ryan left three competitors out of business, never managing to settle for an easy walk (10:6, 10:8, and 10:9). In the current tournament, the Welshman has not won once. Although he was once close to the desired goal (top-4 three times). Now, however, the athlete looks helpless against many, as he has noticeably regressed in every aspect with age.

O'Sullivan continues to dominate everyone, stoically dealing even with injuries and illnesses that have befallen him. In the current season, Ronnie has withdrawn from competitions several times, but his fighting spirit remains. A couple of days ago, the Englishman inflicted a humiliating defeat on Jackson Page (10:1), thereby confirming his status as the main contender for the trophy. Not the most successful performances at the recent World Open and Tour Championship did not knock the athlete off course, forcing him to work thoroughly on his shortcomings.