On March 19, 2026, Alexei Popyrin will go head-to-head with Marin Cilic in the Round of 128 at the Miami Open, presented by Itau. Both players are currently ranked closely, with Popyrin at No. 47 and Cilic at No. 49 in the world rankings.
Cilic vs. Popyrin: Match Odds and Predictions
Marin Cilic is favored to win the match, with odds set at -165, while Popyrin is given +130 odds. These figures indicate that Cilic has a 62.3% implied probability of winning, based on the moneyline. The odds were last updated on Thursday at 2:36 PM ET.
- Tournament: Miami Open presented by Itau
- Round: Round of 128
- Date: March 19, 2026
- Court Surface: Hard
Cilic’s Recent Performance
Over the past year, Cilic has recorded an 11-11 record on hard courts. His performance includes an 18.9% success rate on return games and an impressive 84.2% on service games. Notably, he has converted 34.7% of his break-point opportunities, totaling 34 successful breaks from 98 chances.
In his last appearance at the BNP Paribas Open, Cilic faced Zachary Svajda in the Round of 128, where he lost with scores of 6-7, 4-6 on March 4, 2026.
Popyrin’s Recent Performance
Alexei Popyrin, 26 years old, aims to secure his first hard-court tournament title in 2026. He holds a record of 7-16 on hard courts over the past year. Popyrin’s statistics feature a 78.3% winning percentage on his service games but a mere 17.4% on return games.
In the BNP Paribas Open on March 4, Popyrin was defeated by Jenson Brooksby, who is ranked No. 41, with a score of 3-6, 4-6 in the Round of 128.
Conclusion: Outlook for Cilic vs. Popyrin
The upcoming match promises interest as both players bring distinct strengths and recent performances into the competition. Cilic’s experience and consistent service game might give him the edge, while Popyrin’s pursuit of improvement will play a crucial role. Fans can watch the match on the Tennis Channel or stream it on Fubo.
