H. Kinoshita comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 4. Matches have been close throughout — average DS of +2.0 with a downward trend. H. Kinoshita is winning on the scoreboard but not pulling away. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.8/10, leaving H. Kinoshita vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +16 over the last five.

E. S. Liang arrives in exceptional form — five wins from five. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.0/10, leaving E. S. Liang vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.