In an exhilarating display of snooker prowess, Kyren Wilson secured his spot in the semi-finals of the Players Championship by defeating Mark Williams with a score of 6-3. The match, held in Telford, was a testament to Wilson's strategic acumen and resilience.

Wilson, the world number two, quickly established a 2-0 lead. However, a daring shot by Williams brought him back into the game, leveling the score with a 68 break. The tension escalated as each player took turns claiming frames, but Wilson's breaks of 61, 79, and 71 in the subsequent frames sealed his victory.

Reflecting on the match, Wilson shared insights into his strategy: "Mark's so skilled, any lapse in focus can turn the game. After the interval, it was crucial to reset and regain control, which I managed to do," he told ITV4.

Looking ahead, Wilson is set to face either Mark Selby or Neil Robertson in the semi-finals. In other tournament news, China's Xiao Guodong advanced after a nail-biting 6-5 win over Wu Yize and will next compete against John Higgins, who also triumphed over Chris Wakelin by the same margin.