Alexandra Shubladze vs Milana Zhabrailova Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• Zhabrailova has recently excelled in second serve points, securing 38.32% compared to Shubladze's 28.41%.
• Question: How have they fared when returning serves lately?
• Answer: Zhabrailova claims 52.12% of second serve returns successfully, while Shubladze is slightly better at 58.65%. However, Zhabrailova is slightly superior in returning first serves, at 33.69% compared to Shubladze's 31.25%.
• Under pressure, Zhabrailova outshines Shubladze, saving 45.55% of breakpoints compared to 31.82%.
• Looking at recent overall performance, Shubladze wins 72.41% of matches, whereas Zhabrailova wins 48.48%.
• Surface performance varies: Zhabrailova's best is hard courts with a 59% success rate, whereas Shubladze dominates clay with 75%.
• Comparing the event level, Zhabrailova often plays on lower-tier events (Futures/ITF $10K), winning 55.56%, while Shubladze's are more competitive (Challengers/ITF > $10K) with a 63.16% win rate.
• Opponent quality shows Shubladze facing slightly higher-ranked players, averaging a rank of 395.34 compared to Zhabrailova's 433.58.
• In deciding sets, Zhabrailova has a better record, winning 40% over the last year, while Shubladze has struggled, winning none.
• Remarkably, Zhabrailova converts breakpoints at 38.53%, surpassing Shubladze's 32.35% effectiveness.

Editorial Prediction (June 5, 2025, UTC):

In recent form, Zhabrailova demonstrates formidable prowess with second serves and under pressure, saving a notably higher percentage of breakpoints than Shubladze. Her ability to convert on breakpoint opportunities further enhances her edge in critical moments.

Although Shubladze shows superior consistency and returns more effectively, particularly against tougher opponents, her struggle in deciding sets might pose a crucial weakness if the match heads into tight scenarios. Zhabrailova's slightly better performance in crucial game points can prove advantageous.

Considering all aspects, Zhabrailova's overall adaptability and capability to handle pressure situations suggest she might be favored to win the upcoming encounter, especially if she competes strongly on hard surfaces.