John Higgins vs Mark Williams
John Higgins vs Mark Williams: head-to-head — careers, honours, key numbers and why the rivalry matters.
Why compare John Higgins and Mark Williams?
Higgins's rivalry with Mark Williams has been marked by several intense matches, particularly during the late 1990s and early 2000s. Both players are part of the 'Class of '92,' which has defined a generation of snooker.
John Higgins
Key numbers
- World Championships4
- Ranking Titles33
- Century Breaks1,066
- Maximum Breaks13
- Current Ranking5
Top honours
- World Champion1998, 2007, 2009, 2011
- UK Champion1998, 2000, 2009, 2010
- Masters Champion1999, 2006
- Ranking Titles33
- Minor Ranking Titles3
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Mark Williams
Key numbers
- World Titles3
- Ranking Titles29
- Century Breaks1,000+
Top honours
- World Champion3 times
- UK Champion2 times
- Masters Champion2003