THE Home Nations Series is back with the Northern Ireland Open!
Last year, he claimed the Alex Higgins trophy for the first time in his career, showcasing an impressive performance in Belfast.
Kyren Wilson returns to Belfast as the defending championCredit: Getty
The Kettering cueist triumphed over the record four-time champion with a score of 9-3 in the exhilarating 2024 final.
The local hero arrives in the Northern Irish capital after winning the English Open just a month ago.
The Pistol achieved consecutive victories on home soil in 2021 and 2022 and aims to complete the hat-trick this year.
He only needs the Alex Higgins trophy to achieve a 'Full House' in the Home Nations Series, as he has already secured the English, Scottish, and Welsh titles.
The icon is not competing in Belfast, despite a successful return to action at the Xi’an Grand Prix earlier this month.
This article brings you all the details you need ahead of the Northern Ireland Open!
When is the Northern Ireland Open 2025?
- The Northern Ireland Open begins on Sunday, October 19.
- The tournament runs until Sunday, October 26.
- Belfast’s Waterfront Hall will host the event.
What TV channel is the Northern Ireland Open 2025 on and can it be live streamed?
- The Northern Ireland Open will be broadcast live on TNT Sports channels.
- TNT Sports customers can live stream all the action via the discovery+ app/website.
- Alternatively, you can follow SunSport’s live blog for comprehensive coverage of the Northern Ireland Open.
Northern Ireland Open 2025 schedule
Sunday, October 19
10am BST
- Chris Wakelin vs. Lan Yuhao
- Tom Ford vs. Marco Fu
1pm BST
- Zhao Xintong vs. Jordan Brown
- Noppon Saengkham vs. Ashley Hugill
- Wu Yize vs. Scott Donaldson
followed by:
- Mark Selby vs. Ian Burns
- Hossein Vafaei vs. Ben Woollaston
- Pang Junxu vs. Robbie Williams
7pm BST
- David Gilbert vs. He Guoqiang
- Judd Trump vs. Anthony McGill
- Jackson Page vs. Steven Hallworth
followed by:
- John Higgins vs. Louis Heathcote
- Jack Lisowski vs. Haris Tahir
Monday, October 20 – Last-64
Tuesday, October 21 – Last-32
Wednesday, October 22 – Last-32
Thursday, October 23 – Last-16
Friday, October 24 – Quarter-finals
Saturday, October 25 – Semi-finals
Sunday, October 26 – Final
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Northern Ireland Open?
The Northern Ireland Open is a professional snooker tournament that is part of the Home Nations Series.
Where is the Northern Ireland Open held?
The tournament is held at the Waterfront Hall in Belfast, Northern Ireland.
How can I watch the Northern Ireland Open?
The Northern Ireland Open will be broadcast live on TNT Sports channels, and it can also be streamed via the discovery+ app/website.
