LiontipsDuckworth vs Mpeshi. ATP Basel Match Prediction and Betting Tips
Command Analysis
Current form
Duckworth made it to the main draw of the tournament in Basel through the qualification. In the selection, James confidently dealt with Mika Brunold in two sets, then with Sumit Nagal. The Australian has seven wins in ten matches indoors this season.
Professional qualities
Duckworth hasn't been known for his power throughout his career, either on serve or from the baseline, but he made up for it with his accuracy. His forehand allows him to control the game with confidence, especially in long rallies. His quick feet and excellent movement around the court help the Australian get most of the balls, and when the opportunity arises, he moves aggressively to the net to finish off the attack.
Current indicators in the tour
Duckworth confidently retains his place in the top 100 of the world rankings. James is currently ranked 69. This season, the Australian demonstrated his best result at the challenger in Hangzhou, which he won. This was his 24th title in his career.
Interesting facts for betting
Duckworth did not drop a single set in qualifying for the Basel tournament.
Current form
Mpeshi has failed in his last three tournaments. He left the Beijing, Shanghai and Antwerp tournaments after his opening matches. On indoor hard courts, Giovanni has seven wins and six losses this season.
Professional qualities
Mpeshi is a tennis player with a powerful serve. This brings him many points due to aces. If the serve does not immediately bring results, he tries to finish the rally with a strong hit from the forehand or backhand. However, despite his strength, his accuracy on both sides often fails, especially in an aggressive style of play, which prevents the Frenchman from winning consistently.
Current indicators in the tour
Mpeshi is in the top 50 of the world rankings. The Frenchman has made a good statement this season, winning his first ATP title. In May, he won the clay court tournament in Lyon, where he beat Lorenzo Sonego, Yoshihito Nishioka and Alexander Bublik. In addition, Giovanni has won three Challengers this year - in Nottingham, Morelos and Acapulco.
Interesting facts for betting
Mpeshi has won only two of his last ten matches.
Trends
Bet Tie-break in the match - yes
This bet has played in 3 of Mpeshi previous 5 matches
1.33Rate Set Result: 1>2
In 3 of Duckworth last 5 matches, events on the court have unfolded according to this scenario
2.54Tip and bets
Mpeshi does not look like a formidable opponent now, as he did in the first half of the season. We believe that to defeat the Frenchman, Duckworth only needs to accept his serve. And let us recall that last year James beat Giovanni at the tournament in Bangalore.
Our prediction is Duckworth victory at odds of 2.21
Bet on total
Mpeshi has a good first serve in his arsenal. Duckworth also serves well, so the upcoming match will most likely be a long battle.
The second forecast is total over 23 games for odds of 1.94
Bet on the first set
In Mpeshi last five matches, the first set saw more than 9.5 games played. We believe that the upcoming match between Giovanni and Duckworth will also start with a "top" first set.
Forecast - total over 9.5 games in the first set for odds of 1.54
