Maria Kozyreva vs Natalia Sousa Salazar Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• Kozyreva has slightly better second serve stats, winning 36.94% of points compared to Salazar's 35.89%. Does this small difference impact match outcomes? It might, as serve performance is a key predictor.
• When it comes to return games, Salazar outperforms on second serve returns with 53.69% of points won against Kozyreva's 50.55%, indicating a stronger return game.
• Kozyreva has an edge in first serve returns with 37.18% of points won, slightly above Salazar's 36.09%.
• Under pressure, Kozyreva struggles more, saving 37.12% of breakpoints, whereas Salazar saves 46.09%—a useful consideration for high-stakes moments.
• Both players have similar win-loss records over the last year, with Kozyreva winning 48.84% and Salazar achieving a 50% win rate.
• On hard courts, both players excel but Kozyreva has a higher win percentage at 60% compared to Salazar's 56%.
• They've faced each other once before, with Kozyreva claiming victory decisively, having won both sets.
• Both players have not faced a deciding set against each other, making it difficult to predict the outcome in a close match scenario.
• Kozyreva has competed against slightly lower-ranked opponents compared to Salazar; however, Salazar has a better record in deciding sets at 64% compared to Kozyreva's 50%.
• Both players have yet to experience a tiebreak in their head-to-head encounters.
• In recent form, Salazar holds a slight edge in break point conversion, with 48.44% versus Kozyreva's 41.18%.

Editorial Prediction (August 31, 2025, UTC):

As Kozyreva and Salazar prepare to face off once more, a detailed look at their statistics offers insights into potential outcomes. Kozyreva slightly outperforms Salazar on her second serve and has previously won their only encounter decisively, indicating a psychological edge.

Nevertheless, Salazar counters with superior return stats, particularly when facing an opponent's second serve. Her stronger ability to save breakpoints shows resilience under pressure, an area where Kozyreva may falter.

Kozyreva's better record on hard courts and past direct wins provide confidence, yet Salazar's aptitude in deciding sets and better breakpoint conversion hint at her capability to challenge when the match tightens.

Based on these analyses, although Salazar shows promise, Kozyreva's past success and slightly superior overall stats make her the likelier winner in their upcoming match-up.