Overview

• The 2025 World Snooker Championship will run from April 19 to May 5 at the historic Crucible Theatre in Sheffield, England.
• Kyren Wilson, the defending champion, aims to overcome the 'Crucible curse' by becoming the first first-time winner to successfully defend his title.
• Judd Trump enters as the early favorite, buoyed by strong form and favorable bookmaker odds following recent tournament successes.
• Zhao Xintong secures his return to the championship after a 20-month ban, completing a hard-fought qualification to rejoin the competition.
• Ronnie O’Sullivan’s participation remains uncertain, though he is listed as a top contender and has expressed readiness to compete if he decides to enter.