Masters snooker 2025 LIVE RESULTS: Allen leading Selby NOW after Murphy MISSES 147 chance in win over Robertson – latest
MARK SELBY and Mark Allen are in locked in battle NOW in the quarters-finals of the Masters at the iconic Ally Pally.
Earlier, Shaun Murphy was inspired as he put Neil Robertson to the sword to reach the semi-finals in London.
The Magician beat the late call up 6-2 and almost hit a maximum in the final frame - reaching 120 before the snooker star admitted that nerves got the better of him.
This year we will be guaranteed a new champion after reigning champ Ronnie O'Sullivan withdrew from the tournament on medical grounds. World No1 Judd Trump is on course to win a Triple Crown Grand Slam after he won the UK Championship in December.
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Shaun Murphy* 69-62 Gary Wilson (Frames: 1-0)
Murphy does brilliantly to clear up in this frame.
All down to that horrendous missed red using the rest from Wilson.
Losing this frame will hurt Wilson and he needs to try and get his head straight sooner rather than later.
Shaun Murphy* 11-62 Gary Wilson (Frames: 1-0)
A terrible missed pot from Wilson.
It really has given Murphy a chance to take a frame that he looked to be out of.
This could prove a pivotal moment in this match if Murphy can take what seems to be a tricky opening with the way the balls are spread.
Shaun Murphy* 0-55 Gary Wilson (Frames: 1-0)
A loose safety from Murphy leaves an easy pot.
Wilson takes his chance and starts to put a break together.
He is in the perfect opportunity to reply by sealing the second from of this evening session, still at the table.
Shaun Murphy* 0-0 Gary Wilson (Frames: 1-0)
Murphy gets the second frame underway.
In this format, it is first to six in the first round matches.
Wilson leaves the cue ball tight to the baulk cushion to leave his opponent a testing safety.
Shaun Murphy 83-6 Gary Wilson* (Frames: 0-0)
Both players are missing pots they wouldn't usually here.
Murphy takes advantage and shows some good cueing but misses a red into the middle bag to secure the frame.
Fortunately, Wilson's safety play is very poor in this opening frame and Murphy sinks a long red to ensure he is going to win the opener.
Shaun Murphy 17-0 Gary Wilson* (Frames: 0-0)
Interesting start here, Murphy potted the available reds before trying to break the pack up after a yellow.
He was really unlucky and nothing was on for him.
Murphy played a good safety, meaning that Wilson needed to ensure that he did not leave a ball on at all, instead he leaves two.
After adding another six points, a careless shot from Murphy sees him rattle a simple red.
Shaun Murphy 0-0 Gary Wilson* (Frames: 0-0)
Both players will realise what a chance they have to look at winning this trophy, especially with Ronnie O'Sullivan having pulled out.
There is now no defending champion to have to conquer.
Wilson gets the match underway with the break in the first frame.
Ally Pally ready for evening session
It is another packed house for tonight's match.
Shaun Murphy (8) vs Gary Wilson (11)
These two players should offer another session of must-watch action.
We go again
This match should actually fly by.
It's Shaun Murphy and Gary Wilson - head-to-head.
They've played each other six times over the years.
Murphy has won four, while Wilson has two victories to his name.
Robertson comeback
It really is an astonishing tale from Robertson.
And you wouldn't put it past him to win The Masters, would you?
Just a few days ago, he wasn't even in the competition.
Now, he's in the quarter-finals.
Up next
The action's not all over, all.
Next up it's Shaun Murphy and Gary Wilson in action.
Should be another cracker.
Robertson reaction
I don't think John did a lot wrong - I played at my absolute best.
"I'm glad I could take my chance with Ronnie dropping out and give the crowd something to cheer today.
"I dont think many people have seen what I can do.
"That match shows how well I can play."Final score - Higgins 5-6 Robertson
It went to a decider.
Higgins was on a break of 35, before a red hit the jaws of the pocket and bounced out.
Robertson took over and opened the pack up with a brilliant red.
But, on 57, he fails to get a red off the side cushion and it's the end of his break.
However, Higgins leaves Robertson a chance - and he sinks it.
It gives Robbo the chance to nick the frame and seal a dramatic comeback!
Latest score - Higgins 5-5 Robertson
What an astonishing fightback by Robertson.
He's now level after a brilliant break of 80.
Incredibly, Higgins has not scored a point in three of the last four frames.
Latest score - Higgins 5-4 Robertson
Superb from Robertson.
A tasty break of 118, and he's well in with a shout now.
Higgins is struggling now to get his game on.
Latest score Higgins 5-3 Robertson
Robertson is back in this.
Higgins needed three four point snookers, and wouldn't give up.
But Robbo returned to pot the last red to end Higgins' opportunity.
Latest score – Higgins 5-2 Robertson
The match is still alive.
A valiant break of 82 from Robertson, but you get the feeling its just too far to fight back from here.
Latest score – Higgins 5-1 Robertson
Robertson on the brink of elimination, with the Aussie struggling to put together any sort of resistance.
Since scoring 59 in the first frame, Robertson has totalled just 16 points over the next four.
Higgins easily takes this frame, racking up three figures for the first time in the contest.
Credit: Alamy Latest score - Higgins 4-1 Robertson
This match is in danger of getting away from Neil Robertson.
Higgins is slow out of the blocks after the interval, but eventually finds his stride.
The Scot clears up with a stylish break of 93, his highest and most impressive of the match so far.
Interval - Higgins 3-1 Robertson
Plenty for Neil Robertson to ponder during the mid-session break.
He looked rusty in those opening few frames, with John Higgins building up a clear lead.
The Scot's potting hasn't looked fool-proof though and he missed several shots you'd usually expect him to make with his eyes closed.
This one is far from over. Action resuming shortly at the Palace.
Credit: PA Latest score – Higgins 3-1 Robertson
Not much Robertson can do about that.
Another fine break from Higgins - this time 59 - and he is now in control of this match.
Plenty of work to do for the Aussie as he heads into the dressing rooms for the interval.
Latest score – Higgins 2-1 Robertson
Much more like it from The Wizard of Wishaw.
A vintage Higgins break, as he records 78 to sweep his way into the lead.
Latest score - Higgins 1-1 Robertson
It's hardly vintage stuff from John Higgins, but its got the job done.
A scrappy break of 67 and he's levelled this match up.
Credit: Getty Frame 2 - Higgins 0-1 Robertson
A few jitters on show from both players early on - it's definitely cagey.
For the first time in the match, Higgins has a real chance to build a break. He leads 26-3 with the reds nicely spread...
Latest score - Higgins 0-1 Robertson
Majestic stuff from Robertson.
Higgins let him back in it after missing that tough red, with the Aussie clearing up to take the first frame 66-46.
