Nikoloz Basilashvili vs Alexander Shevchenko Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• Recent second serve performance shows Basilashvili winning 47.59% of points, slightly ahead of Shevchenko at 45.59%. This can be a crucial factor in predicting match outcomes. Who has the better edge when serving a second serve?
• In return game statistics, Shevchenko edges out Basilashvili by winning 47.38% of second serve points, compared to 45.91% by Basilashivili. For first serve returns, Shevchenko also leads with 26.26% over Basilashvili's 23.52%. Could this give Shevchenko an advantage in breaking serves?
• Under pressure situations, Shevchenko saves breakpoints at a rate of 54.12%, surpassing Basilashvili's 51.43%. This could be a deciding factor in tight situations during the match.
• Overall match performance in the last year favors Basilashvili with a 59.21% win rate, while Shevchenko has a 46.27% win rate.
• Both players perform best on clay, but Shevchenko has a higher win percentage of 62%, compared to Basilashvili's 56% on the surface. Does this indicate a potential surface advantage?
• Basilashvili has had more experience playing in Challengers/ITF tournaments, winning 60.98% of matches, while Shevchenko has faced tougher opposition on the Main tour with a lower win rate of 39.29%.
• Regarding opponent quality, Basilashvili has faced opponents of a lower average rank (232.96) compared to Shevchenko (150.66). Does this suggest Shevchenko's experience against stronger players could be pivotal?
• If the match extends to a deciding set, Shevchenko has won 62% of such scenarios, compared to Basilashvili's 55%. Could this be the difference in a closely contested match?
• Break point conversion shows Shevchenko being slightly more effective, converting 35.29% of opportunities, while Basilashvili converts 31.67%.

Editorial Prediction (August 16, 2025, UTC):

The upcoming match between Basilashvili and Shevchenko appears to be a close contest, with various statistical edges distributed between the two players. Basilashvili's overall win rate and experience in lower-tier tournaments could provide a foundation for a steady performance.

Meanwhile, Shevchenko's ability to win crucial return points and his track record against stronger opponents might give him the necessary edge. His superior performance under pressure and higher win rate in deciding sets further bolster his chances.

Considering these factors, Shevchenko is slightly favored to win this encounter, given his edge in the most critical aspects of head-to-head encounters such as return games and handling pressure situations.