A. Kalinina shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 194. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +5.9. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.4/10, leaving A. Kalinina vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +17 over the last five.

K. Rakhimova comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -13.1 to 25.8, with at least one match where K. Rakhimova was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.4/10, leaving K. Rakhimova vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.