A. Pavlyuchenkova comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -8.4, meaning A. Pavlyuchenkova has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.4/10, leaving A. Pavlyuchenkova vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

Z. Bai shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 122. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -21.4 to 22.0, with at least one match where Z. Bai was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.5/10, leaving Z. Bai vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +23 over the last five.