Ronnie O’Sullivan closes in on eighth world final at the Crucible

Ronnie O’Sullivan is closing in on his eighth Crucible final (Richard Sellers/PA)

Ronnie O’Sullivan is closing in on his eighth world final after winning five of the eight frames in the penultimate session of his last-four clash against John Higgins at the Crucible.

Resuming 10-6 in front after clinching a thrilling last frame on Friday night on a re-spotted black, the 46-year-old secured a 15-9 advantage to leave him requiring just two more frames on Saturday evening to progress.