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Muhammad Sajjad

Muhammad Sajjad is a Pakistani snooker player and coach, a multiple-time national champion regarded as one of the country’s most respected veteran cueists. Known for a landmark 5-0 victory over snooker legend John Higgins in Bangkok and for mentoring the next generation of Pakistani players including his own protégé Asjad Iqbal, he has represented Pakistan at Asian and World championships across more than a decade. He represents seasoned competitive experience, mentorship, and steady contribution to Pakistan’s cue sports pipeline.

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Muhammad Sajjad remained active in Pakistan’s domestic snooker scene during 2025 and participated in regional competitions including the HSL Hazara Snooker Tournament in Abbottabad

Sajjad has continued to add to his national championship legacy and remains one of Pakistan’s most experienced domestic cueists

His influence extends beyond competitive results as he continues to be associated with the development and mentoring of younger Pakistani snooker players

Sajjad produced a maximum break of 147 during the National Snooker Championship in 2021The achievement placed him among the small number of Pakistani players to record snooker’s highest possible break

Sajjad returned to the national title picture and defeated his protégé Asjad Iqbal in a national championship final

Sajjad represented Pakistan alongside Asjad Iqbal at the IBSF World 6 Red Team ChampionshipThe pair reached the final before losing 5–4 to Pakistan’s second team consisting of Babar Masih and Muhammad Asif

Career Highlights

2025
Continued Domestic Competition
Continued Domestic Competition
Sajjad remained involved in competitive snooker and participated in regional events including the HSL Hazara Snooker Tournament in Abbottabad
2021
Maximum 147 Break
Maximum 147 Break
Sajjad achieved one of the most prestigious individual milestones in snooker when he recorded a 147 maximum break during the National Snooker ChampionshipA maximum break requires a player to clear the table with 15 reds followed by their corresponding blacks and then all six colours
2017
IBSF World 6 Red Team Championship
IBSF World 6 Red Team Championship
Sajjad represented Pakistan alongside Asjad Iqbal at the IBSF World 6 Red Team ChampionshipThe Pakistani duo reached the final where they faced Babar Masih and Muhammad Asif from Pakistan 2 and finished as runners up after a close 5–4 contest
2010
Second National Championship
Second National Championship
Sajjad captured his second national title by defeating his protégé Asjad Iqbal 8–2 in the final at Karachi Gymkhana

Personal Life

Early Life

Full Name:Muhammad Sajjad

Date of Birth:19 February 1986

Nationality: Pakistani

Birthplace: Faisalabad Punjab Pakistan

Early Career

Sajjad entered Pakistan’s competitive snooker environment at a young age and gradually developed into one of the country’s most consistent players

His experience across domestic and international competitions helped him develop the composure and tactical awareness required for high pressure matches

Awards & Professional Recognition

  • Multiple time Pakistan National Snooker Champion
  • Pakistan National Champion in 2008
  • Second national championship title in 2010
  • Winner of a Thai national ranking event in 2010
  • Runner up at the IBSF World 6 Red Team Championship in 2017
  • Maximum 147 break in the 2021 National Snooker Championship
  • Represented Pakistan at Asian Snooker Championships
  • Defeated world champion John Higgins 5–0 in Bangkok
  • Reached as high as second in Asian rankings according to career profiles
  • Mentor of Pakistani cueist Asjad Iqbal

Profession

Professional Snooker Player
Snooker Coach
Cue Sports Mentor

Lifestyle

Life Around Snooker

Snooker has remained the central focus of Sajjad’s professional life His career has involved extensive practice domestic tournaments international competitions and championship level preparation

Competitive Discipline

Sajjad is recognised for his composure in high pressure matches His victory over John Higgins and multiple national championship successes demonstrate his ability to compete confidently against elite opponents

Mentoring Young Talent

Teaching and mentorship form an important part of Sajjad’s legacy His work with younger cueists particularly Asjad Iqbal has helped contribute to the development of Pakistan’s next generation of players

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Who is Muhammad Sajjad

Muhammad Sajjad is a Pakistani snooker player coach and multiple time national champion known for his international experience and contribution to Pakistan’s cue sports

He is particularly famous for defeating snooker legend John Higgins 5–0 in the 6 Red World Grand Prix in Bangkok and for winning multiple national championships

 

Yes Sajjad recorded a maximum 147 break during the 2021 National Snooker Championship

 

Sajjad has been widely associated with mentoring Pakistani cueist Asjad Iqbal who later became a prominent national level player

Yes He has continued participating in domestic and regional competitions and remained involved in Pakistan’s snooker community

Muhammad Sajjad Says:

“International competition teaches you to adapt to different conditions and raises the standard of your game”

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