Snooker World Championship 2025: How to Follow the Action
The 2025 World Snooker Championship is set to get underway at the iconic Crucible Theatre in Sheffield, with the biggest names in the sport battling it out for the coveted title. According to the BBC, the tournament will run from April 19 to May 5, with reigning World Champion Kyren Wilson looking to retain his crown.
The BBC has announced its extensive coverage plans for the tournament, with live broadcasts on BBC One, BBC Two, and iPlayer. As reported by the BBC, the world’s top 16 players will take on 16 qualifiers, with defending champion Kyren Wilson playing Lei Peifan at 10am on Saturday, April 19, on Table 1. Viewers can watch the action live on iPlayer and BBC Two.
In addition to live matches, the BBC will also provide extended coverage throughout the tournament. As stated by the BBC, evening sessions will be broadcast on BBC Four, with every ball potted shown on iPlayer and the BBC Sport website/app. For those looking for extra insights, Snooker Extra will be broadcast every night on BBC Two and iPlayer, featuring highlights from the best of the day’s early games.
One of the most anticipated matches of the tournament is Ronnie O’Sullivan’s return to competitive action after three months away. The BBC reports that O’Sullivan will face Ali Carter on the fourth day of the tournament, with live coverage starting at 2:30pm. Fans can watch the match on BBC Sport.
The BBC’s coverage of the tournament will not be limited to television broadcasts. According to the BBC, 5 Live will provide regular updates and features throughout the tournament, with Jamie Broughton reporting live from the Crucible. Fans can also catch text updates of every session on the BBC Sport website/app, with full live text commentary of every session from the semi-finals and final.
The BBC has also announced its presenting team for the tournament, which will include Hazel Irvine, Seema Jaswal, and Rishi Persad. As reported by the BBC, reporting duties will be handled by Shabnam Younus-Jewell and Abigail Davis. The BBC’s expert commentary team will feature snooker legends Steve Davis, Stephen Hendry, John Parrott, Ken Doherty, Dennis Taylor, and John Virgo, alongside top-ranked players like Shaun Murphy.
"We’re excited to bring the 2025 World Snooker Championship to our audiences," said the BBC. "With extensive coverage across TV, radio, and online, fans won’t miss a moment of the action." The BBC’s coverage of the tournament is set to be comprehensive, with daily reports, schedule, results, and a dedicated coverage page on the BBC Sport website/app.
The 2025 World Snooker Championship promises to be an exciting tournament, with the world’s top players battling it out for the coveted title. With the BBC’s extensive coverage, fans can stay up to date with all the action from the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield. As the BBC notes, "The World Snooker Championship is one of the biggest events in the snooker calendar, and we’re proud to be bringing it to our audiences."
