Jurij Rodionov vs Edas Butvilas Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• Butvilas has a slight edge in recent second serve performance, winning 47.43% of points compared to Rodionov's 44.3%.
• Their return statistics are almost identical on opponents' second serves, with Rodionov slightly ahead at 46.36% compared to Butvilas' 46.28%.
• For first serve returns, Butvilas is slightly more effective with a win rate of 27.56% against Rodionov's 25.82%.
• In terms of handling pressure, Butvilas has saved 56.6% of breakpoints, slightly better than Rodionov's 53.51%.
• Is recent surface performance indicative of overall strength? Rodionov may have an advantage here, as he thrives on Indoor Hard with a 63% win rate, whereas Butvilas shows a stronger performance on Hard courts at 66%.
• Rodionov demonstrates better overall performance over the past year, winning 59.72% of matches, compared to Butvilas' 52.46%.
• Both have played mainly in Challengers/ITF circuits, but Rodionov has a better win-to-loss ratio than Butvilas in these events.
• Butvilas' average opponent rank is lower at 291.48, suggesting he faces less challenging opponents than Rodionov, who plays against a higher average rank of 232.22.
• How do they perform in deciding sets? Rodionov is stronger here, winning 65% of deciding sets, while Butvilas wins only 43%.
• In terms of break point conversion, Butvilas has converted more of his opportunities at 41.1%, compared to Rodionov at 37.77%.

Editorial Prediction (August 30, 2025, UTC):

As the two players prepare to face each other, a close analysis of their current form and strengths offers intriguing insights. Butvilas shows stronger second serve and breakpoint conversion stats, but Rodionov has proven to be slightly more adept in handling higher-ranked opponents and deciding sets.

While Butvilas possesses a slight advantage in certain areas, particularly in his serving game, Rodionov's consistency on the Challenger/ITF circuit and his success rate in crucial deciding sets display his resilience under pressure.

Assessing the overall context, Rodionov emerges as the likely winner given his greater experience against higher-level opponents and stronger record in decisive moments. Therefore, based on the stats, Rodionov is the favored contender for this upcoming match.