CCTV-5+ and Yangshipin are providing free live coverage of the Ding Junhui VS Hayfield match in the Snooker National Championship.

This match is part of the round of 32 to 16, using a best-of-11 frames format. At present, both players are competing in the first frame, with Ding Junhui ahead 25-4 against Hayfield.

Ding Junhui is the defending champion, ranked eighth worldwide, and has great strength. His dominant performance in earlier rounds confirms his ability and power. Based on the strength comparison shown so far, Ding Junhui is likely to win decisively against Hayfield unless there is an upset. My personal prediction is Ding Junhui will win 6-2 or 6-3. So far, Zhao Xintong, Si Jiahui, and Wu Yize have advanced to the last 16. Looking forward to Ding Junhui’s progression too!