LiontipsNishikori vs. Lestienne. Prediction and bets on the ATP Bratislava match
Command Analysis
Current form
Nishikori beat Lukas Klein (6-3, 6-7, 6-1) in the second round of the competition in Bratislava. Kei served one ace, converted three break points and did not lose a single game on his serve in the match against the Slovak. The Japanese player has two wins in three matches indoors this year.
Professional qualities
Nishikori is a versatile player who can handle any opponent style thanks to his high tactical skill and flexibility. His key strengths are his accurate backhand and excellent feel for the ball, which allows him to successfully vary his game. The Japanese often uses slices and drop shots, demonstrating a stable game at the net in critical moments.
Current indicators in the tour
Nishikori is a former world number four. However, the Japanese player is currently ranked 140th. The quarterfinals in Bratislava will be Kei fifth this season. He has previously reached this stage in Montreal, Como, Genoa and Tokyo.
Interesting facts for betting
Nishikori has lost his last six matches in the quarterfinals.
Current form
Lestienne defeated Mikhail Kukushkin (3-6, 6-1, 6-2) in the second round of the competition in Bratislava. During the match, Constant served 12 aces, converted four break points and lost one game on his serve. It was his seventh indoor victory this season, with six losses.
Professional qualities
Lestienne brings an unconventional approach to the game, actively using slices and drop shots, which often causes difficulties for opponents accustomed to powerful rallies. His original style is especially effective on grass surfaces, where Constant creativity allows him to put up a fight even against stronger opponents.
Current indicators in the tour
Lestienne is currently ranked 196th in the world. Constant best result this year was at the Challenger in Rennes. He reached the semi-finals of that competition, where he lost to Quentin Gali.
Interesting facts for betting
Lestienne last three matches have gone to three sets.
Trends
Bet Tie-break in the match - no
This bet has played in 3 of Lestienne previous 5 matches
1.61Rate Set Result: 1>2
In 3 of Nishikori last 5 matches, events on the court have unfolded according to this scenario
2.24Tip and bets
Lestienne is certainly a tough opponent. However, the power and versatility in this pair is on Nishikori side. We believe that the Japanese will be able to get past Constant and play in the semifinal stage for the first time this season.
Our forecast is Nishikori victory with a handicap of (-3) games at odds of 1.84
Bet on total
We expect the upcoming match to be under the full control of Nishikori, who is the clear favorite in this pair. We believe that Kei will be able to beat the Frenchman in two sets.
The second forecast is total under 22 games for odds of 1.88
Bet on the first set
Four of Lestienne last five matches have seen the first set go to fewer than 9.5 games, and Constant upcoming match against Nishikori is likely to start with a low first set as well.
Forecast - total under 9.5 games in the first set for odds of 1.99
