Noppon Saengkham vs Ali Carter Prediction: Carter to qualify for next round

In round ⅛ of the Scottish Open, Noppon Saengkham will play Ali Carter at Renaissance Club, North Berwick. The two players have had a strong start to this competition. Who makes it to the next round?

Noppon Saengkham will come into this game hoping to continue his run in this Scottish Open. In his first match, the Thailand player defeated Ricky Walden, with the game ending 4-3. In the meantime, he beat Mark Selby 2-4 in the round 1/16. However, looking at all of his matches in recent times, Noppon Saengkham lost to Liam Graham in the Snooker Shoot-out in round ⅛. However, other encounters saw him defeat Haotian Liu, David Lilley, and Dylan Emery. While he is the underdog this time, Noppon Saengkham will hope to step up, be at his best, and qualify for the next round. 

Ali Carter will hope things go for him again after a strong start to this competition. Ali Carter played Graham Dott in his first game and secured a 4-2 win. However, he went to play Robbie Williams in the round 1/16 and secured a hard-fought 4-3 victory. Heading into this game, Ali Carter has lost only once in recent times. In other encounters, coming against Liam Graham. In the meantime, Ali Carter defeated Chris Wakelin and Haotian Lyu. While he is the favourite again, Ali Carter will hope to show his confidence and extend his win run as he eyes the next round of this competition. 

Noppon Saengkham is performing exceptionally, but I do not see him qualifying for the next round. While Ali Carter has done well lately, I have faith in the Englishman, looking at his track record and confidence in matches. The two players will have their chances, and while this is not expected to be a one-person game, a bet on frames is a good option.