Natsumi Kawaguchi vs Shiho Akita Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• Which player's second serve is performing better recently? Kawaguchi has a slightly better second serve performance, winning 40.67% of points compared to Akita's 40.04%.
• Akita shows stronger performance in return games, winning 50.8% of their opponent's second serve points versus Kawaguchi's 48.5%.
• On first serve returns, Akita leads with 32.85%, narrowly ahead of Kawaguchi's 31.75%.
• Kawaguchi has shown better abilities under pressure, saving 52.56% of breakpoints, compared to Akita's 50.95%.
• Over the past year, Akita has a marginally higher match win rate of 63.79% compared to Kawaguchi's 61.7%.
• Both players excel on grass surfaces, but Kawaguchi slightly edges Akita with a 63% win rate versus 62% for Akita.
• At the Challengers/ITF level over the past year, Kawaguchi has performed better, winning 62.5% of matches, whereas Akita's win rate stands at 59.09%.
• Kawaguchi has faced tougher opponents with an average rank of 343.94, compared to Akita's 372.91.
• In deciding set scenarios, Akita is notably superior, winning 65% compared to Kawaguchi's 46%.
• Both players have similar breakpoint conversion rates, with Kawaguchi at 40.35% and Akita at 38.3%.

Editorial Prediction (June 26, 2025, UTC):

In evaluating the recent form and comparative statistics, Kawaguchi demonstrates a slight edge in second serve performance and success under pressure, as indicated by their higher breakpoint saving percentage. Their slightly better performance in matches at the ITF/Challenger level and having faced higher-ranked opponents also positions them favorably.

However, Akita showcases strengths in return game efficiency and excels notably in deciding set performances. Their win rate in deciding sets indicates resilience and tenacity, qualities that could prove crucial if the match becomes tightly contested.

Given these insights, while both players have certain advantages, Kawaguchi's overall performance metrics suggest they are marginally better positioned to win the upcoming match.