E. S. Liang has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -25.3 to 64.5, with at least one match where E. S. Liang was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.7/10, leaving E. S. Liang vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

D. Snigur arrives in exceptional form — five wins from five. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.2/10, leaving D. Snigur vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency has been exceptional (+33) — converting opportunities and shutting down threats at the critical moments.