As the 2026 Adelaide International unfolds, an exciting matchup is set for the Round of 32. Victoria Mboko, currently ranked 17th, will face off against Beatriz Haddad Maia, who holds the 59th spot in the world rankings.
Match Overview
The match is scheduled for Sunday, January 11, on a hard court. This encounter is attracting considerable attention, with Mboko favored to win.
Betting Predictions
- Mboko’s odds to win the match stand at -325.
- Haddad Maia’s odds are +240.
- The implied probability for Mboko to secure a victory is approximately 76.5%.
Player Performance
Victoria Mboko has demonstrated impressive form, boasting a record of 16 wins and 7 losses on hard courts in the past year. Her performance includes two tournament victories. She has successfully converted 54.7% of break points, winning 99 of 181. Furthermore, Mboko has achieved a 71% success rate in her service games.
In her recent outing at the Merida Open Akron, she showcased her skill by defeating No. 68-ranked Cristina Bucsa with a score of 7-5, 6-7, 6-2 in the finals.
On the other hand, Beatriz Haddad Maia has faced challenges, culminating in an 8-12 record across hard court tournaments over the last 12 months. Her statistics reveal a service game success rate of 64.7%, converting 134 out of 207 opportunities, and a return game success rate of 31.9% with 65 out of 204 conversions. Notably, her break point conversion rate stands at 43.5%, ranking her 108th in the category.
In her last appearance at the Hana Bank Korea Open, Haddad Maia encountered a tough battle in the Round of 16 against Ella Seidel but ultimately lost in a closely contested match, 7-6, 6-7, 5-7.
Conclusion
The upcoming match between Mboko and Haddad Maia promises to be an interesting clash of styles and skills. As both players gear up for this encounter, fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see if Mboko can maintain her strong performance or if Haddad Maia can pull off an upset.
