M. Sureshkumar comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -10.2, meaning M. Sureshkumar has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.6/10, leaving M. Sureshkumar vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — M. Sureshkumar has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -19 over recent matches.

I. Ivashka shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 484. Point dominance has been clear and improving — average DS of +18.5, trending upward over the last three matches. Serve quality has been average (6.7/10) — neither a weapon nor a significant liability. Break point efficiency is a red flag — I. Ivashka has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -20 over recent matches.