Higgins dominates Chang Bingyu to reach final

The second semifinal of the 2026 World Snooker Tour International Championship was contested between four-time World Champion John Higgins and China’s Chang Bingyu. After matches in both the afternoon and evening sessions, Higgins secured a commanding 9-2 victory, earning a place in the final against Kyren Wilson, who won his semifinal the previous day.

In the first session, Higgins displayed superb form and quickly settled into rhythm, while Chang Bingyu struggled to find his attacking touch and was kept on the defensive. By the end of the first session, Higgins had established a decisive 6-2 lead.

The evening session saw Higgins maintain his attacking prowess, with precision long pots and clinical break-building. He won three straight frames at the start of the session, ultimately sealing a comprehensive 9-2 win and a spot in the final.