S. Yamalapalli comes into this match in difficult form — 1 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -20.0, meaning S. Yamalapalli has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.0/10, leaving S. Yamalapalli vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

P. Cheapchandej comes into this match in difficult form — 1 wins from the last 3.