THE 2026 World Snooker Championship is rolling on at pace, and fans are wondering when Ronnie O’Sullivan is playing in Sheffield.
The Rocket has won SEVEN world titles, equalling ‘s tally at the Crucible.
Ronnie O’Sullivan won his last Crucible crown in 2022 Credit: Getty
Zhao Xintong beat The Rocket in the semi-finals last year Credit: Getty
He won his last crown in 2022, beating 18-13 in the final.
O’Sullivan arrived this year in top form, having won the inaugural last week and he was runner-up at the World Open in March.
But he has not lifted a ranking title since the World Grand Prix in January 2024.
And has all the details on when The Rocket will be playing.
When is Ronnie O’Sullivan playing at World Snooker Championship 2026?
will be in second round action on Saturday, April 25.
He is scheduled for the evening session beginning at 7pm BST.
He will face John Higgins in round two who he has beaten on three consecutive occasions.
O’Sullivan is aiming to win his eighth title at the and break Hendry’s record.
How to watch World Snooker Championship 2026
- The World Snooker Championship will be broadcast LIVE across BBC One and Two.
- TNT Sports will also broadcast the event.
- You can live stream the World Snooker Championship for FREE on the BBC iPlayer.
- HBO Max customers can also stream the tournament with their app/website.
- Alternatively, you can keep up to date with all the action from the Crucible by following SunSport’s live blog.
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