Darya Astakhova vs Haruka Kaji Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• Haruka Kaji has a slight edge in second serve points, winning 37.81% compared to Darya Astakhova's 37.41%. Will this give Kaji an advantage? Possibly, but it's marginal.
• In return games, Kaji excels by winning 52.66% of opponents' second serve points, whereas Astakhova is at 51.32%. However, Astakhova outperforms slightly in first serve return points with 36.05% compared to Kaji’s 35.64%.
• Astakhova shows better resilience under pressure, saving 46.01% of breakpoints, compared to Kaji's 44.20%. Could this prove decisive in tight moments?
• Over the past year, Astakhova has a stronger match win percentage, with 59.46% compared to Kaji's 49.21%, indicating a recent form edge.
• Regarding surfaces, Kaji prefers indoor hard courts with a 56% win rate, while Astakhova excels on clay, also with a 56% win rate. Does the surface favor one player over the other in this match?
• Astakhova has faced slightly tougher opponents on average, with an opponent rank average of 315.65, compared to Kaji's 353.22.
• In deciding sets, Astakhova outperforms with a 55% win rate, whereas Kaji manages 45% over the last year.
• Kaji converts breakpoints slightly better at 43.01%, compared to Astakhova’s 39.77%. This could be crucial when capitalizing on opportunities.

Editorial Prediction (November 26, 2025, UTC):

Analyzing recent performances, both Haruka Kaji and Darya Astakhova show strengths in different areas of their game. Kaji holds a minor advantage in second serve points, suggesting she could sustain rallies better during her service games.

Astakhova, however, presents stronger breakpoint-saving ability and has had more success against higher-ranked opponents. Her superior win rate over the past year also suggests she is in better competitive form.

Despite Kaji's marginal advantage in converting breakpoints and preferred surface being hard courts, the overall consistency in Astakhova's game, particularly in high-pressure situations and deciding sets, makes her the likely favorite.

Considering all factors, Darya Astakhova is predicted to be the likely winner in this upcoming match.