Heather Watson vs Kamilla Rakhimova Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• Watson excels in winning points on their second serve, achieving 40.9% success, slightly surpassing Rakhimova who stands at 37.38%.
• Question: Who has a marginal edge in return games? Rakhimova edges out with 52.26% on opponent's second serve points compared to Watson's 51.37%.
• For first serve return points, Rakhimova leads with 32.67%, while Watson has claimed 29.27%.
• Both players have a similar capability under pressure with Rakhimova slightly ahead in saving breakpoints at 48.91% against Watson's 48%.
• Watson displays superior match performance over the past year, winning 60.78% of her matches, compared to Rakhimova's 49.28%.
• Both players have their best surface performance on indoor hard courts, with Rakhimova having a slight advantage with a 65% win rate.
• In terms of tournament level, Watson predominantly plays in Challengers/ITF, obtaining a high win percentage of 77.78%, whereas Rakhimova contends mainly on the Main tour, winning 51.85% of her matches, reflecting the tougher competition faced.
• Watson tends to compete against lower-ranked players with an average opponent rank of 190.06, while Rakhimova faces tougher competition with an average rank of 141.09.
• When it comes to deciding sets, Watson showcases a remarkable ability to clinch victory, winning 75% of such sets, a stark contrast to Rakhimova's 37% success rate.
• In recent form concerning breakpoint conversion, Rakhimova converts 37.26% of her chances, slightly better than Watson's 32.77%.

Editorial Prediction (June 22, 2025, UTC):

Taking into consideration second serve effectiveness, Watson holds a minor edge over Rakhimova, possibly indicating a slight advantage in service games.

Meanwhile, Rakhimova's proficiency in return games, especially on first serves, hints at her capability to challenge Watson's service games more effectively.

Both players are quite evenly matched under pressure, though Rakhimova shows a minimal edge in breakpoint saving, potentially aiding her during crucial moments.

Watson's superior win record over the past year and her proficiency in clinching deciding sets favor her under match strain.

Despite facing generally tougher opponents, Rakhimova's recent form in breakpoint conversion and return games suggest she might pose a significant challenge.

Considering all factors, Watson is slightly favored due to her overall consistency and ability to perform under pressure, making her the more likely victor in this encounter.