E. Pridankina has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -16.3 to 13.5, with at least one match where E. Pridankina was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.2/10, leaving E. Pridankina vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

Z. Li has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Matches have been close throughout — average DS of +2.2 with a downward trend. Z. Li is winning on the scoreboard but not pulling away. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.0/10, leaving Z. Li vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +22 over the last five.