Higgins edges Murphy in World Championship semi-final thriller

John Higgins has built a narrow 13-11 lead over Shaun Murphy as their World Championship snooker semi-final heads into its decisive final session. The match remains tightly contested between the two experienced professionals.

John Higgins has seized a slender advantage over Shaun Murphy in their World Championship snooker semi-final, establishing a 13-11 lead as the match enters its concluding session. The two seasoned competitors have produced a closely fought contest that could still swing either way heading into the final frames.

With just two frames separating the players, Murphy will need to find his best form to overcome Higgins' narrow edge. The final session promises to be tense, with both players capable of delivering the championship-caliber snooker required at this elite level of competition.

Higgins' ability to maintain his composure in high-pressure situations has served him well throughout his career, while Murphy remains a formidable opponent with the skill to mount a comeback. The outcome of this semi-final will determine who advances to face the winner of the other semi-final match in the championship final.