The Game of Snooker
Discover the history, rules, and global appeal of snooker—one of the world's most respected cue sports, renowned for its precision, strategy, discipline, and competitive excellence.
Origin
The Story of Snooker
Snooker is one of the most elegant and intellectual cue sports in the world. The modern game was developed in 1875 by Neville Francis Fitzgerald Chamberlain, a British Army officer stationed in Jabalpur, India. He combined the rules of pyramid pool and black pool to create a more strategic and competitive format. The term "snooker" originated from military slang for inexperienced cadets.
Equipment
The Table, the Balls, the Points
The Table
Rectangular table covered with green baize.
22 Balls
15 Red Balls 6 Colored Balls 1 White Cue Ball
Ball Points
Red — 1 Yellow — 2 Green — 3 Brown — 4 Blue — 5 Pink — 6 Black — 7
Global Stage
The Triple Crown
World Snooker Championship
UK Championship
The Masters
Legends
Players Who Shaped the Game
Stephen Hendry
Dominated the 1990s with seven World Championship titles — widely regarded as one of the greatest players of all time.
Mark Selby
Known for his tactical strength and determination, one of the modern era's most successful champions with multiple world titles.
Ronnie O'Sullivan
"The Rocket" — holds the record for the fastest official maximum 147 break and is one of the most naturally gifted players in history.
Inspiration
International Icons
The global stars who inspire the next generation of Pakistani players.
Ronnie O'Sullivan
England · "The Rocket"
Record-breaking seven-time World Champion, famed for the fastest official maximum 147 break.
Judd Trump
England · "The Ace"
World Champion known for his fearless attacking style and spectacular long potting.
Reanne Evans
England · Women's Legend
The most successful women's player in history with a record number of World Women's titles.