Ronnie O’Sullivan is poised to join a select band if he completes his demolition of outsider Ali Carter during today’s conclusion of the 888.com World Championship final at the Crucible theatre.

Odds-on favourite Ronnie O'Sullivan is on course to lift a third 888.com World Championship title after taking an iron grip on his final clash with Ali Carter at the Crucible theatre.

Snooker legend Ray Reardon is tipping Ronnie O’Sullivan to win 10 world titles and believes he should change his nickname from ‘The Rocket’ to ‘The Magician’.