International Championship Final: Wilson vs. Higgins
The final showdown in Nanjing
The Road to the Final
One of the most significant events of the 2026 snooker season is reaching its conclusion. In Nanjing, China, the International Championship final will feature a clash between Kyren Wilson and four-time world champion John Higgins. The winner will secure not only the prestigious title but also a top prize of £175,000.
Kyren Wilson earned his place in the final following a tense battle. He defeated Fan Zhengyi 9-6 in the semi-finals, staging a spectacular comeback. Conversely, John Higgins had a relatively straightforward semi-final, beating Chang Bingyu 9-2 to once again prove why he is known as the "Wizard of Wishaw."
The final takes place on November 7 and will follow a "best-of-19" format, meaning the champion must be the first to win 10 frames. The match is split into two sessions: the first begins at 10:00 (Tbilisi time), with the second session starting at 15:30.
How to Watch the Match
Live coverage of the International Championship is available through various platforms globally. In the UK, fans can watch on TNT Sports or via HBO Max through Prime. For viewers in the US, the stream is available with a WST Play subscription.
Across Europe, matches are traditionally broadcast on Eurosport and HBO Max. In China, viewers can watch for free via the Huya platform. In other regions, fans can use local networks, such as Sky Sport in New Zealand or Astro Supersport in Malaysia.
Digital Technology and Sport
Modern technology allows snooker fans to follow matches on mobile devices. Most official broadcasters offer apps or web platforms adapted for smartphones. Additionally, the World Snooker Tour (WST) actively covers events on social media—Instagram, X, and TikTok—allowing fans to receive instant updates on results and highlights.
Snooker's popularity is growing year by year, and watching tournaments of this caliber is becoming increasingly accessible for viewers in Georgia. The Wilson versus Higgins showdown is expected to be one of the highest-level matches of the season.