Ikumi Yamazaki vs Ying Zhang Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• How does second serve performance compare? Zhang has a slight edge, winning 43.99% of points compared to Yamazaki's 37.32%.
• In return games, Yamazaki leads by claiming 51.41% of opponent's second serve points, compared to Zhang's 46.72%.
• Who's better at returning first serves? Yamazaki secures more points at 36.55%, versus Zhang's 27.22%.
• When under pressure, Zhang is more resilient, saving 51.2% of breakpoints compared to Yamazaki's 44.26%.
• Over the past year, Zhang has won 56.72% of matches, slightly behind Yamazaki winning 57.81%.
• What about surface performance? Zhang excels on indoor hard courts (64% win rate), while Yamazaki is unbeatable on grass (100% win rate).
• In terms of match level, Yamazaki fares slightly better in Challenger/ITF tournaments with a 55.74% win rate versus Zhang's 52.5%.
• Against higher-ranked opponents, Zhang has faced tougher competition with an average opponent rank of 178.19, higher than Yamazaki's 212.22.
• If this match goes to a deciding set, Yamazaki has the advantage, winning 60% compared to Zhang's 50%.
• Who converts more breakpoint opportunities? Yamazaki leads with a conversion rate of 40.41%, while Zhang converts 31.62%.

Editorial Prediction (July 5, 2025, UTC):

Zhang and Yamazaki bring contrasting strengths to their match, with Zhang excelling in second serve performance while Yamazaki has superior return game skills.

Yamazaki's ability to handle high-pressure moments is slightly less reliable than Zhang's, but his breakpoint conversion significantly outshines his opponent.

Match experience shows both players being highly competitive, although Yamazaki's ability to prevail in deciding sets lends him a slight edge.

Based on current form and statistical insights, Yamazaki appears more likely to triumph in this encounter.