K. Khachanov comes into this match in difficult form — 1 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -4.2, meaning K. Khachanov has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.3/10, leaving K. Khachanov vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — K. Khachanov has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -20 over recent matches.

N. Basavareddy shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 305. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -7.9 to 14.7, with at least one match where N. Basavareddy was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.2/10, leaving N. Basavareddy vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.