Kei Nishikori vs Mikhail Kukushkin Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

In terms of match forecasts, a high correlation is noted with the performance on second serves. Recently, Nishikori has achieved a success rate of 45.48% on his second serve points, marginally trailing Kukushkin, who has secured 45.6%. This subtle difference could influence match outcomes, given the significance of the second serve in competitive play.

Evaluating return game statistics reveals that Nishikori has an advantage with 49.33% of opponent's second serve points won, compared to Kukushkin's 48.21%. Furthermore, Nishikori exceeds Kukushkin in first serve returns, claiming 27.11% while Kukushkin stands at 25.9%. These metrics provide a basis for favoring Nishikori in head-to-head predictions, as effective returning can have a substantial impact on match progress.

When facing breakpoints, Nishikori has managed to save 51.05% recently, which is slightly higher than Kukushkin's 49.04%. This statistic serves as a key factor for predicting in-game situations and betting insights, pointing to Nishikori's resilience under pressure.

Over the past year, Nishikori's win rate is at 62.22% (W/L 28/17), while Kukushkin has won 53.95% (W/L 41/35) of his matches. This differential illustrates Nishikori's superior consistency and suggests a performance edge for him in upcoming matches. Nishikori’s optimal surface play on indoor hard courts, with a career win rate of 71%, further strengthens his standing. In contrast, Kukushkin's best performance is on hard courts, with a 60% win rate, underscoring a potential area where Nishikori could exploit advantages.

In the challengers and ITF circuits exceeding $10K, Nishikori has been exceptionally successful, winning 86.67% (W/L 13/2) of his contests, while Kukushkin's win rate stands at 61.9% (W/L 26/16). The caliber of events and opponent quality is vital when weighing player strengths, highlighting Nishikori’s adaptability to different levels of competition.

Historically, Nishikori poses a significant challenge for Kukushkin, having defeated him in all 10 previous head-to-head matchups. Within those clashes, Nishikori dominated by winning 22 of 25 sets played. Their last encounter, marked by Nishikori's victory at Wimbledon 2019, reinforces his dominance in their rivalry. With an average match duration of 1:50:13, Nishikori efficiently maintains control over Kukushkin, suggesting sustained superiority.

In encounters involving deciding sets, Nishikori boasts a winning percentage of 74% over the past year, outmatching Kukushkin's 59%. Although neither player has won any tiebreaks against each other, if this match extends to a deciding set, history suggests Nishikori's triumph.

Overall, with a comprehensive lead in various statistical categories and superior head-to-head history, Nishikori emerges as the predicted victor for their upcoming match.