LiontipsKecmanovic vs Hidzikata - ATP Shanghai Match Predictions and Betting Options
Command Analysis
Current Form
Kecmanovic had a disappointing trip to Beijing last week, unable to advance past the opening round after losing to Tallon Griekspoor. This season on outdoor hard courts, Miomir holds a record of nine wins and 14 losses.
Professional Qualities
Kecmanovic excels in defense, showcasing reliability and consistency in his play. The Serbian masterfully controls the ball on court, committing minimal errors and forcing opponents to exhaust themselves in lengthy rallies. Versatility is another undeniable asset for Miomir as he feels equally comfortable on any surface. His game features a solid serve, a powerful forehand, and exceptional play from the baseline. However, it’s worth noting that the Serbian has faced challenges on hard courts this season.
Current Tour Statistics
This season, Kecmanovic has slipped out of the top 50 in the world rankings and now sits at 54. His notable accomplishments include reaching the quarterfinals at two events - in Acapulco and Eastbourne.
Interesting Betting Insights
Kecmanovic has lost five of his last seven matches on outdoor hard courts.
Current Form
Hidzhikata struggled in his recent tournament appearance in Tokyo, failing to advance past the qualifiers after losing to Mattia Bellucci. This season, he has recorded 18 wins and 18 losses on outdoor hard courts.
Professional Qualities
Hidzhikata is a versatile player who adapts well to different surfaces. His game is characterized by solid defense and swift movement around the court. The Australian has a reliable backhand and a decent first serve. However, despite his versatility, he has weaknesses, including a low first serve percentage and insufficient power on his forehand, which hinder his ability to control matches.
Current Tour Stats
Hidzhikata is currently ranked 76th in the world. He is yet to secure a title this season. His last final appearance was in the previous season at the Challenger in Cary, where he lost to Zachary Svajda in the final match.
Betting Insights
Three of Hidzhikata's last five matches on outdoor hard courts have gone to three sets.
Trends
Bet Set Efficiency: 1>2
In 3 of the last 5 matches, Kecmanovic's games followed this pattern
2.31Bet Tiebreak in Match — Yes
This bet has been successful in 3 of Hidzikata's last 5 matches
2.11Tip and bets
Hidjikata has already defeated Kecmanovic this season and we believe he can do it again. Miomir is not in his best shape and is definitely not ready to tackle high-stakes challenges right now, so we expect him to exit Shanghai early.
Our prediction is a victory for Hidjikata with odds of 2.61.
Betting on the Total
The only matchup between these tennis players took place this season on the courts of Los Cabos, finishing in straight sets. We anticipate another low-scoring battle between Kecmanovic and Hijikata.
The second prediction is a total of under 22 games at odds of 1.84
Betting on the First Set
In three of Hijikata's last five matches, fewer than 9.5 games were played in the first set. We expect the upcoming clash against Kecmanovic to also start with a low-scoring opening set.
The prediction is a total of under 9.5 games in the first set at odds of 1.99
