S. Nagal comes into this match in difficult form — 1 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -4.0, meaning S. Nagal has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.5/10, leaving S. Nagal vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

T. Samuel arrives in exceptional form — five wins from five. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.4/10, leaving T. Samuel vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.