H. Matsuoka has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -12.8 to 8.8, with at least one match where H. Matsuoka was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.3/10, leaving H. Matsuoka vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

K. Samrej has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -1.3, meaning K. Samrej has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.6/10, leaving K. Samrej vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.