Marina Bassols Ribera vs Ena Shibahara Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• How does second serve performance compare? In recent months, Shibahara has won 47.43% of points on their second serve, outperforming Ribera, who has won 42.44%.
• In terms of return games, Ribera excels by winning 51.6% of opponents' second serve points, compared to Shibahara's 49.33%. However, for first serve returns, Ribera also leads with 38.08% over Shibahara's 30.69%.
• When gauging performance under pressure, Shibahara has saved 51.32% of breakpoints, surpassing Ribera's 42.32%. Could this edge impact the match outcome?
• Overall, Shibahara has a better recent win-loss record, securing 61.19% of matches compared to Ribera's 50.88% over the past year.
• What are their best playing surfaces? Ribera excels on clay with a career win rate of 62%, while Shibahara performs best on indoor hard courts, winning 67% of matches there.
• Both players have primarily competed in Challengers/ITF tournaments over $10K in the past year. Shibahara edges Ribera with a win rate of 61.29% versus 52.17%.
• Ribera's matches have featured opponents with an average ranking of 257.47, slightly lower than the average rank of 240.46 faced by Shibahara.
• If the match reaches a deciding set, Shibahara gains an advantage, having won 55% of such scenarios compared to Ribera's 50%.
• In breakpoint conversion, Ribera has been more effective recently, converting 40.82% of opportunities, while Shibahara has managed 35.71%.

Editorial Prediction (June 25, 2025, UTC):

As we analyze the current data for this matchup, Shibahara appears to hold several advantages over Ribera, particularly in second serve performance and the ability to handle critical breakpoint moments. These aspects could be decisive in tight situations.

While Ribera demonstrates a stronger performance in specific return game statistics, Shibahara's overall winning trend, especially on preferred indoor hard courts, bolsters their position as a likely favorite. Additionally, Shibahara's capacity to succeed under pressure could prove essential at crucial moments.

Judging by these factors, Shibahara is poised to prevail as the likely winner in the forthcoming tennis match.