John Higgins vs Ronnie O'Sullivan
John Higgins vs Ronnie O'Sullivan: head-to-head — careers, honours, key numbers and why the rivalry matters.
Why compare John Higgins and Ronnie O'Sullivan?
Higgins and O'Sullivan have had numerous high-profile matches, including multiple World Championship finals. Their rivalry is characterized by contrasting styles and has significantly shaped the landscape of professional 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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Ronnie O'Sullivan
Key numbers
- World Titles6
- Ranking Titles39
- Century Breaks1,200+
Top honours
- World Champion6 times
- Ranking Titles39
- Masters Champion2005, 2014, 2017