Neil Oberleitner vs Hikaru Shiraishi Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• In second serve performance over the past six months, Neil Oberleitner slightly outperforms Hikaru Shiraishi, winning 44.38% of points compared to Shiraishi's 40.64%.
• When analyzing return stats, Shiraishi is stronger on their opponent's second serve, winning 47.93% of these points, while Oberleitner secures 44.35%.
• On first serve returns, both players are close, with Shiraishi at 27.86% and Oberleitner at 26.35%.
• Under pressure, Oberleitner has demonstrated a better breakpoint save percentage at 52.73%, surpassing Shiraishi's 49.22%.
• Over the past year, Shiraishi boasts a higher match win rate of 67.09% compared to Oberleitner's 54.67%.
• Shiraishi excels on hard courts with a 67% career win rate, while Oberleitner's best surface is I.hard, also at 67%.
• Shiraishi predominantly competes in Futures/Satellites/ITF tournaments with a high win rate of 71.43%, contrasting with Oberleitner's 49.02% in Challengers/ITF events.
• Direct head-to-head encounters show Shiraishi winning their sole previous match convincingly, securing both sets played.
• Shiraishi has faced lower-ranked opponents in the past year, with an average rank of 475.78 versus Oberleitner's 359.15.
• If a deciding set occurs, Shiraishi is superior, winning 71% of deciding sets in the last year, dwarfing Oberleitner's 33% success rate.
• With similar breakpoint conversion rates, Shiraishi slightly edges out with 33.50% over Oberleitner's 32.70%.

Editorial Prediction (November 20, 2025, UTC):

The upcoming match between Hikaru Shiraishi and Neil Oberleitner presents a compelling comparison of strengths and weaknesses. While Oberleitner has shown a marginal advantage in recent second serve performance and breakpoint saving, Shiraishi leads in several critical areas.

Shiraishi's superior return game, particularly against the opponent's second serve, suggests a tactical edge. His 67.09% match win rate over the last year, and exceptional hard court performance, further solidify his status as a formidable competitor on this surface.

The head-to-head record also leans heavily in Shiraishi's favor, coupled with his strong performance in deciding sets and consistent participation success at the Futures/Satellites/ITF level against lower-ranked opponents.

Taking all statistics and previous encounters into account, Hikaru Shiraishi appears to be the likely victor in this upcoming match against Neil Oberleitner.