Jones kicks off his title bid with a troublesome take a look at in opposition to Mark Selby, who will probably be looking a fifth world title so as to add to his spectacular trophy cupboard.
Cwmbran’s ‘Silent Assassin’ will probably be hoping he can repeat his heroics of 2024 and go one step additional to win his first rating title.
And whereas final yr’s champion Xingtong will probably be intent on breaking the ‘Crucible curse’, Jones is concentrated on himself.
“I honestly don’t mind who I play. I just concentrate on myself and If I play well then I’m sure I’ll be a game for anybody,” stated Jones.
“When I’d gone there the first or second time you don’t know what you’re capable of. I suppose now I know that I can play well there and can do well there. So that gives me a lot of confidence and belief.”
At the Crucible Jones will look to grow to be simply the fourth Welshman to grow to be world champion, following in the footsteps of Terry Griffiths, Ray Reardon and Mark Williams.
“I enjoy playing at the Crucible, you either love it or hate it and you can crumble, but I enjoy the atmosphere,” stated Jones.
“It’s an unbelievable venue to be honest and I’m really looking forward to it.”
