M. Basing comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -3.3, meaning M. Basing has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.5/10, leaving M. Basing vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

H. Shiraishi comes into this match in difficult form — 1 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -2.4, meaning H. Shiraishi has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.0/10, leaving H. Shiraishi vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.