Charles Broom vs Taisei Ichikawa Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• Second Serve Performance: In recent months, Broom has a slight edge with 43.4% of points won compared to Ichikawa's 42.9% when serving the second serve.
• Return Game Strength: Ichikawa outperforms Broom in returning the second serve, winning 49.86% versus Broom's 44.95%. However, Broom is stronger at returning the first serve, with 28.09% compared to Ichikawa's 25.53%.
• Pressure Handling: Ichikawa demonstrates superior breakpoint saving abilities with 56.41%, surpassing Broom's 53.75%.
• Overall Match Success: Broom has a slightly higher match win rate at 55.36%, outperforming Ichikawa's 52% over the past year.
• Surface Preference: Clay is the best surface for both, but Broom excels with a 67% win rate, compared to Ichikawa's 54% on the same surface.
• Event Level Play: Broom has fared better in lower-level tournaments, winning 72.73% of matches, whereas Ichikawa achieved a 51.28% win rate.
• Quality of Opponents: Broom has consistently faced higher-ranked opponents with an average rank of 335.73, against Ichikawa's average of 417.32.
• Deciding Sets: Ichikawa is slightly more successful in deciding sets, winning 41% compared to Broom's 39% in the past year.
• Breakpoint Opportunities: Ichikawa has a slight advantage in converting breakpoints at 32.88%, while Broom converts 31.33% of these opportunities.

Editorial Prediction (August 27, 2025, UTC):

Ichikawa and Broom are set for an intriguing match with both demonstrating strengths in different areas of play. Broom's slight edge in second serve performance and higher overall win rate can be factored into his favor.

However, Ichikawa shows prowess in returning games and breakpoint conversions, suggesting strong adaptability and opportunity capitalization. These skills might lend him an advantage if utilized effectively in key moments.

Given the performance data and considering surface preferences, Broom's superiority on clay could pose a significant challenge for Ichikawa. Despite Ichikawa's decent skills in deciding sets, Broom's experience against higher-caliber opponents may provide a strategic edge.

Although the outcome could be tightly contested, Broom's comprehensive advantages and recent form suggest he is slightly more positioned to emerge victorious in this matchup.