J. Nikles has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -12.8 to 12.4, with at least one match where J. Nikles was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.4/10, leaving J. Nikles vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

V. Aboian comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -13.4 to 28.4, with at least one match where V. Aboian was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.7/10, leaving V. Aboian vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.