Ronnie O'sullivan Names Top 5 Snooker Players Ever Mirror

Right, grab a cuppa. We need to talk about the GOAT. Ronnie O'Sullivan, aka The Rocket, has done it again. He’s not just potting balls at lightning speed; he’s dropping truth bombs about snooker history.

He named his Top 5 players ever. And obviously, the internet exploded. Let’s dive into his list, because it’s pure gold.

Number 5: The Scottish Wizard

First up is John Higgins. Ronnie calls him a "genius." Why? Because Higgins wins with brains, not just brute force. He’s like a chess grandmaster with a cue.

Fun fact: Higgins once made a 147 break in the World Championship final. The only other guy to do that? Ronnie himself. Coincidence? I think not.

Higgins is also a four-time world champion. But The Rocket says his tactical game is "unplayable." Even when he’s losing, he’s thinking three shots ahead.

Number 4: The Natural

Next, we have Mark Williams. This guy is a walking meme. He once played a match blind in one eye and still won. Seriously, he won the World Championship after surgery!

Ronnie loves his "natural talent." Williams doesn't practice much. He’d rather be playing golf or betting on horses. But when he picks up a cue? Pure magic.

He’s also a three-time world champ. And he’s the only lefty in the top five (though he’s actually right-handed). Bizarre, right?

Number 3: The People’s Champion

Now it gets spicy. Jimmy White is at number three. Jimmy never won the World Championship. He lost six finals. Six. But Ronnie puts him above many winners?

Why? Because Jimmy played rock and roll snooker. He took risks no one else would. He’d pot a ball from the next postcode. Fans love him for it.

Ronnie says Jimmy "had the game to win ten world titles." But luck wasn’t on his side. He’s a cult hero. And if you ask Jimmy, he’ll say he beat himself more than his opponents did.

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Number 2: The Ice Man

Here comes the shocker. Number two is Stephen Hendry. The guy with seven world titles. The most dominant player of the 1990s. Ronnie calls him a "machine."

Hendry was cold. Clinical. He’d break you mentally before the first ball. He once won eight straight frames in a final to beat Jimmy White. Devastating.

But here’s the twist: Ronnie says Hendry should be number one. Wait, what? If he has the best record, why isn’t he at the top? Because Ronnie is modest? Unlikely.

Number 1: The Rocket… Surprise!

Yes, Ronnie O’Sullivan put himself at number one. "I have to," he said with a grin. The man has seven world titles, tied with Hendry. But he’s still playing.

He holds the record for the fastest 147 (5 minutes, 8 seconds). He’s a left-handed legend who can also play right-handed. He’s battled depression, addiction, and still dominates.

Ronnie says his "natural ability" is unmatched. And honestly? Watch any of his matches. He makes the impossible look like a pub game. He’s a poet with a cue.

Who’s Missing? The Drama!

Let’s be honest—this list is controversial. Where’s Steve Davis? He won six world titles. Where’s Ray Reardon? The master of safety. Ronnie left them out.

He also snubbed Alex Higgins, the Hurricane. Alex was Jimmy White’s hero. He was a fiery, chain-smoking genius. But Ronnie says he "didn't win enough." Ouch.

And what about modern stars like Judd Trump? He’s won a world title and is a flashy showman. But Ronnie says he’s "not consistent enough"… yet.

Ronnie O'Sullivan names his top five snooker players of all time

The Quirky Truth

Here’s the fun part: Ronnie’s list is a mirror. It reflects his own style. He loves players who are fast, fearless, and flawed. That’s why Jimmy White is higher than Stephen Hendry!

He also admires players who "entertain." Snooker is a sport, yes. But to Ronnie, it’s an art form. He wants to see magic, not just safety play.

So, is he right? Who cares! The debate is the best part. Argue with your mates. Scream about it on Twitter. That’s why snooker is brilliant.

Why This Matters

This list isn’t just about rankings. It’s a time capsule. It shows how snooker has changed. From the cigar-smoking days to the polished modern era.

Ronnie is a walking history book. He played against Steve Davis in the 1990s. He’s still beating players born in the 2000s. That’s four decades of dominance.

And he’s still arguing with referees, making silly faces, and winning. He’s the sport’s lovable rogue. Long may he reign.

Your Takeaway

Next time you watch snooker, remember this list. Watch a clip of Jimmy White’s wild shots. Watch Hendry’s cold-calcification. Watch Ronnie’s blinding speed.

You don’t need to be a snooker nerd to enjoy it. Just sit back and marvel at the madness. A man can pot a ball from a foot away while smoking a fag? That’s entertainment.

So, grab a cue (or a beer). Talk about who you would pick. Because in the end, it’s all just fun. And Ronnie knows that better than anyone.