Michael Warburton vs Robert Thornton Prediction: Thornton seeks first win over Warburton

Michael Warburton will compete against Robert Thornton in the Modus Super Series. This match provides Robert Thornton with another chance to pick up his first victory over Warburton. However, will Warburton once again demonstrate his superiority? 

Michael Warburton will want to demonstrate his class once more, and we expect the Welshman to be at his best here. Michael Warburton has won three of his most recent matches, against Darryl Pilgrim, Scott Taylor, and Jonathan Worsley, but he has also lost to Darryl Pilgrim and Mike Gillet. Regardless, Michael Warburton will be optimistic that he can win again and extend his winning streak over Robert Thornton to three, having won the first two meetings 0-4, and 1-4.

Michael Warburton's seven-match winning streak came to an end last time out against Richie Howson in the World Seniors Champion of Champions, which ended 6-10. However, his winning streak included victories over Richie Howson, Sam Cankett, Lee Cocks, and Matt Clark, to name a few. Robert Thornton hasn't participated in a game since late March, so he'll be fresh for this one.

We should expect a challenging battle, with Robert Thornton putting in a stronger showing. While we expect Robert Thornton to challenge Warburton's superiority, we shall support the Scottish. With this match expected to be close, we predict a 2-4 victory for Robert Thornton.