The Jiangxi Open will feature an exciting match between Ena Shibahara and Anastasia Zakharova in the Round of 32. This encounter takes place on Monday, October 27, with both players looking to secure a spot in the next round.
Match Overview: Shibahara vs. Zakharova
Ena Shibahara, currently ranked No. 197, will compete against No. 84 Anastasia Zakharova. The odds indicate a favorable position for Zakharova, who is set at -210. In contrast, Shibahara carries odds of +160 for this match. These figures indicate a higher likelihood of a Zakharova victory, according to the latest updates from BetMGM Sportsbook as of October 26 at 10:35 PM ET.
Match Details
- Tournament: Jiangxi Open
- Round: Round of 32
- Date: Monday, October 27
- Court Surface: Hard
Player Performance and Statistics
Ena Shibahara’s Season
Shibahara has a mixed record of 9 wins and 10 losses on hard courts this year. She maintains a 68.0% winning percentage in her service games and has won 31.2% of her return games on this surface. With 151 service games won out of 222, she has demonstrated solid performance, although her break-point conversion rate stands at 45.8%, ranking her 107th.
In her last appearance at the Toray Pan Pacific Open, Shibahara faced Rebecca Sramkova, falling with scores of 4-6, 6-4, and 5-7 on October 18 in the Qualification Round 1.
Anastasia Zakharova’s Performance
Zakharova has struggled on hard courts this season, still seeking her first tournament win. Her current record on this surface is 17 wins against 16 losses. She has achieved a 62.6% success rate in her service games, coupled with a 39.3% success rate in return games. Zakharova is converting 47.5% of her break-point opportunities, having succeeded in 131 out of 276 chances.
Her recent match at the Galaxy Holding Group Guangzhou Open saw her defeated by Shuai Zhang, ranked No. 122, with a score of 4-6, 1-6 on October 21.
Betting Odds and Predictions
- Shibahara’s Odds to Win Match: +160
- Zakharova’s Odds to Win Match: -210
- Shibahara’s Odds to Win Tournament: +5000
- Zakharova’s Odds to Win Tournament: +2000
Given the odds and player form, the implied probability estimates that Shibahara has a 67.7% chance to win. As the match approaches, fans and analysts alike will watch closely to see if Shibahara can upset the rankings or if Zakharova will finally achieve a much-needed victory.
