Nicolas Kicker vs Juan Pablo Varillas Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

In the upcoming tennis match, Juan Pablo Varillas and Nicolas Kicker present intriguing statistics that provide insights into their potential performance. Over the last six months, Varillas has demonstrated more effective second serve play, winning 47.61% of points compared to Kicker's 40.08%. This key statistic often correlates strongly with match predictions.

Return game performance reveals Varillas has been slightly more effective, capturing 47.75% of his opponent's second serve points, while Kicker has achieved 47.47%. Their first serve return capabilities are also notable, with Varillas at 32.41% and Kicker trailing at 30.46%. These figures are significant in determining the favored player in their head-to-head matchup.

Under pressure, Varillas has shown resilience, saving 51.55% of breakpoints, whereas Kicker has saved 46.55%. This aspect is crucial for in-game predictions and betting when observing their breakpoint opportunities. Historically, Varillas has had the upper hand in direct encounters, winning both previous matches without dropping a set. Their last match on clay saw Varillas triumph 7-6(6) 6-3, adding to his psychological advantage.

When evaluating overall performance in the past year, Kicker edges Varillas with a win rate of 60.98% compared to 49.06%. They both favor clay as their best surface, with Varillas holding a career win percentage of 62% and Kicker closely behind at 60%. However, neither player has found success on their least favored surfaces of grass and indoor hard courts, respectively.

For event level performance, Varillas has a slight advantage in Challengers/ITF tournaments, winning 53.66%, while Kicker has secured 55% in similar events. The caliber of their opponents over the previous year indicates Varillas has faced stronger competition, with an average opponent rank of 282.83 versus Kicker's 319.

Pertinent to deciding set situations, Kicker exhibits superior performance over the last 12 months, winning 75% of such sets, whereas Varillas has collected 42%. If this match extends to a deciding set, these stats suggest Kicker might have the upper hand. Current event form and player adaptability to tournaments can also influence outcomes, although specific data for this event isn't available.

In terms of breakpoint conversion in recent form, Varillas leads with 41.98%, while Kicker has managed 38.51%. This is a critical stat for live betting, as converting breakpoints can shift momentum swiftly in a match. Based on the cumulative stats and considering each player's strengths and weaknesses, Varillas appears more poised to secure a victory in this contest.