The odds John Higgins is a huge favourite here and John J Astley has to make real effort to keep his chances alive.
John Higgins the best result in the last 365 days was at Northern Ireland Open where he reached semifinals.
John J Astley best achievement in previous year was last 64 of British Open
John Higgins last five matches
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| Match Score | 4 (7) 2 |
| Round | Last |
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| Match Score | 4 (9) 5 |
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| Match Score | 5 (9) 0 |
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| Match Score | 5 (9) 2 |
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| Match Score | 2 (7) 4 |
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John J Astley last five matches
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| Match Score | 4 (7) 3 |
| Round | Last |
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| Match Score | 5 (9) 2 |
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| Match Score | 0 (1) 1 |
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| Match Score | 4 (11) 6 |
| Round | Last 64 |
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| Match Score | 2 (11) 6 |
| Round | Last 128 |
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John Higgins vs John J Astley h2h matches