Marco Cecchinato vs Matej Dodig Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

Are Cecchinato's recent performances on his second serve superior to Dodig's? The statistics reveal that Cecchinato has clinched 43.87% of points on his second serve over the last six months, slightly edging out Dodig, who has managed 41.69%. This subtle distinction in second-serve success often plays a pivotal role in match predictions.

When examining returns, Cecchinato wins 47.83% of his opponent's second serve points recently, compared to Dodig's 49.35%. However, for first serve returns, Cecchinato and Dodig are closely matched, with success rates of 26.48% and 26.11%, respectively. Such statistics are crucial in assessing head-to-head matchups and determining the potential favorites.

Under pressure, how resilient are these players? Cecchinato has saved 57.71% of breakpoints he's faced, marginally outperforming Dodig who has a breakpoint save percentage of 54.03%. This is a valuable insight for those analyzing in-game betting situations.

Performance over a year provides further context: Cecchinato boasts a 55.36% win rate, with 31 victories and 25 losses, while Dodig's tally stands at an even 50%, and a record of 30 wins to 30 losses. Such yearly stats offer a broader perspective on their current form.

Surface inclination is another critical factor. Cecchinato thrives on clay, achieving a 61% win rate throughout his career, but struggles significantly on grass, with only an 18% win rate. In contrast, Dodig excels on hard courts, holding a robust 68% win rate, but lags on indoor hard surfaces at 40%.

The level of play each player engages in is also noteworthy. Over the past year, both have predominantly competed in Challengers/ITF tournaments exceeding $10K. While Cecchinato has triumphed in 55.36% of these matches, Dodig has secured victories in 48%.

A glance at the opponents they've faced over the last 12 months shows Cecchinato has encountered players with an average rank of 343.23, slightly higher than Dodig's average opponent rank of 333.25. Meanwhile, if a match heads into a deciding set, Dodig's prowess shines with a 60% win rate, surpassing Cecchinato's 38%.

Their ability to convert breakpoints is equally telling. In recent matches, Cecchinato has succeeded in 32.73% of such opportunities, while Dodig has been more efficient, converting 39.13%. These percentages can influence live betting predictions when either has the chance to shatter their opponent's serve.

All these factors build up to a thrilling prediction: Based on recent form and statistical comparisons, Dodig holds a slight edge and is the expected victor in this upcoming encounter.