LiontipsCilic vs Nishioka. ATP Hangzhou Match Prediction and Betting Tips
Command Analysis
Current form
In the first round of the competition in Hangzhou, Cilic defeated Zachary Svajda (5-7, 6-3, 6-0). In the match against the American, Marin served 14 aces, converted seven break points and lost four games on his serve. For the Croatian, this was his fifth victory on open hard courts this season, with four losses.
Professional qualities
Cilic's height gives him an undeniable advantage on the court. A powerful serve is his calling card. Another formidable weapon in Marin's arsenal is his backhand. Thanks to his balanced game and rare displays of emotion, the Croatian has demonstrated consistent results throughout his career.
Current indicators in the tour
Cilic is currently ranked 777 in the world. This drop in the ranking is due to a knee injury, due to which Marin missed last season and played only 11 matches this year. Once, let us recall, the Croatian was in the top 3.
Interesting facts for betting
4 of Cilic's last 5 matches have been played over the top.
Current form
Nishioka beat Maximilian Marterer (6-4, 6-2) in the second round of the competition in Hangzhou. Yoshihito hit one ace, converted three break points and did not lose a single game on his serve during the match against the German. For the Japanese, this was his 13th victory on open hard courts this season, with 12 losses.
Professional qualities
Nishioka is a left-handed player with a two-handed backhand and a unique playing style. Despite his small stature, the Japanese player has explosive speed and the ability to move quickly around the court. His game is a combination of aggression and filigree shots. What Yoshihito lacks in physical strength, he compensates for with smart tactics and a variety of combinations. His forehand with a lot of spin is especially dangerous, allowing him to effectively shoot at opponents from the back line.
Current indicators in the tour
Nishioka recently won the tournament in Atlanta, thus adding his third ATP trophy to his collection. The Japanese tennis player is currently ranked 54th in the world.
Interesting facts for betting
Only three of Nishioka's last ten matches have gone beyond two sets.
Trends
Rate Set Result: 2>1
In 3 of Cilic's last 5 matches, events on the court have unfolded according to this scenario
2.24Bet Tie-break in the match - yes
This bet has paid off in 3 of Nishioka's last 5 matches
2.34Tip and bets
Cilic is gaining momentum. The powerful serve has not disappeared from the Croatian's arsenal, he still uses it skillfully. We believe that Marin has a good chance of success in the upcoming match. Especially since he has already beaten the Japanese player.
Our prediction is Cilic's victory with odds of 2.51
Bet on total
Both tennis players are approaching the upcoming match in approximately the same playing condition. Therefore, there is a high probability that this duel will be a "top-heavy" one.
The second betting tip is total over 23 games for odds of 1.91
Bet on the first set
Three of Nishioka's last five matches have seen the first set go to more than 9.5 games, and Yoshihito's upcoming match against Cilic is likely to start with a top-heavy first set as well.
Betting Tip - total over 9.5 games in the first set for odds of 1.81
