Steve Davis named among snooker legends in Lisowski and Brecel’s top five

Steve Davis has been named among the top five snooker players of all time by two of the sport’s current stars.

Who picked Steve Davis?

Jack Lisowski and Luca Brecel, two leading figures on the World Snooker Tour, revealed their personal lists of the five greatest players ever in a June 2026 interview. Both placed Steve Davis inside their top five, cementing his legacy decades after his prime.

What did the players say?

Lisowski, the 32-year-old English cueist, ranked Davis fourth on his list. Brecel, the 27-year-old Belgian world champion, placed Davis fifth. Neither man was alive during Davis’s peak years, yet both cited his influence on modern technique and mental toughness.

Why Steve Davis still matters

Davis dominated the 1980s with six world titles and 28 ranking events. His rivalry with Dennis Taylor in the 1985 final remains the highest-rated snooker match ever broadcast. Today’s players still study his positional play and long-potting under pressure.

What comes next for the rankings debate

The fresh lists add fuel to an ongoing debate among fans and pros. Younger players like Judd Trump and Ronnie O’Sullivan have also praised Davis in past interviews, ensuring his name stays in today’s conversations despite his 2016 retirement.