LiontipsNakashima - Shelton: prediction and bets on the ATP Indian Wells match
Command Analysis
Current form
Nakashima beat Matteo Arnaldi 6-2, 6-4 in the third round of the Indian Wells Masters. Brandon made four aces against the Italian, made three break points and did not lose a single game on his serve. In the second round, the American was stronger than Rinki Hijikata.
Professional qualities
Nakashima has an aggressive style, combining a powerful first serve, stable backhand and excellent movement around the court. Although previously the American lacked stability, now he shows a high level of play. In the near future, Brandon may well make his debut in the top 30 of the world ranking.
Current indicators in the tour
Nakashima currently holds the 33rd place in the world ranking. Last season, Brandon won the challenger in Tenerife. It was the eighth title of his career for him.
Interesting facts for betting
Nakashima has won seven times in his last nine open hard court matches.
Current form
Shelton reached the fourth round of the Indian Wells Masters with a 6-3, 7-5 victory over Karen Khachanov. Ben scored eight aces against the Russian, made three break points and lost one game on his serve. In the second round, the American passed Mariano Navone.
Professional qualities
Shelton relies on a strong serve in his game, which is his main weapon. However, his arsenal is not limited to this — he has good technique, knows how to play at the net and uses server-and-volley tactics. On the back line, the American also acts confidently, preferring an aggressive style.
Current indicators in the tour
Shelton is the 12th racket of the world at the moment. This is his highest position in the world ranking. Last season, Ben won his second ATP title in his career - he successfully won back at the home clay tournament, which was held in Houston.
Interesting facts for betting
The last six matches involving Shelton have been played in two sets.
Trends
Bet Effectiveness of sets: 2>1
In 3 of Nakashima's last 5 matches, events on the court developed according to this scenario
2.36The Tie-breakbetin the match is yes
This bet played in 3 of Shelton's 5 previous matches.
1.69Tip and bets
Nakashima is playing amazing tennis on the courts of Indian Wells and it seems to us that he is capable of causing problems for Shelton in the upcoming match. However, we still believe that Ben will win this match - he knows how to beat Brandon, because he did it three times earlier in his career.
Our prediction is that Shelton will win by a factor of 1.74
Bet on the total
Earlier in their careers, the tennis players had met three times and at least one tie-break was played in all three matches. We believe that the upcoming fight between Nakashima and Shelton will also be a wrestling match and will be a riding match.
The second betting tip is a total of more than 23 games for a coefficient of 1.92
Bet on the first set
In three of Shelton's last five matches, fewer than 9.5 games were played in the first set. We believe that the upcoming meeting against Nakashima will also start with the grassroots first party.
The betting tip is a total of less than 9.5 games in the first set for a coefficient of 2.36
