Judd Trump vs Ronnie O'Sullivan Prediction: Sullivan expected to be dominant again

Judd Trump and Ronnie O'Sullivan are set to face each other for the second time this year, this occasion being the World Masters semifinal at Crucible Theatre. Leading up to this match, Ronnie O'Sullivan has emerged victorious in each of the previous four encounters between them. Who will emerge as the winner this time?

Judd Trump secured a 4-3 victory over Shaun Murphy in the quarterfinals of this tournament, marking a positive turn of events for him. This win allowed Trump to rebound from the setbacks he experienced in the Players Championship quarterfinal, where he faced disappointing defeats against Ali Carter with a 4-6 result, despite being the favorite. Since then, Judd Trump has shown resilience by winning nine out of his last ten matches, showcasing a commendable performance leading up to the current matchup.

Ronnie O'Sullivan successfully returned to the winning column yesterday following consecutive defeats to Jak Jones and Joe O'Connor in the Championship League. In a decisive 4-0 victory over John Higgins, O'Sullivan secured his place in the semi-finals. However, a glance at his recent matches reveals that the seasoned English snooker player has accumulated three wins in his last six encounters.

This competition promises to be highly competitive, with both players expected to showcase their best performance. Given their strong talent, high level of play, and consistent display of quality, we can anticipate a challenging contest. Consequently, placing a bet on a high total number of frames seems like a prudent choice. Additionally, considering Ronnie O'Sullivan's historical superiority in this fixture, I am confident that he will emerge victorious once again as the favorite.