Oliver Crawford vs Maxim Zhukov Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

In assessing the upcoming match between Zhukov and Crawford, various performance metrics provide a comprehensive overview of each player’s comparative strengths based on recent form. Over the past six months, Zhukov has won 39.29% of their second serve points, while Crawford has a slightly higher percentage at 45.57%. This metric serves as a reliable indicator for predicting match outcomes with high correlation. When returning their opponent’s serve, Zhukov has outperformed Crawford by winning 49.85% of second serve return points, compared to Crawford's 44.41%.

The players’ efficiency in managing pressure situations is also pivotal. Zhukov has successfully saved 53.31% of breakpoints in recent months, whereas Crawford has a slightly better rate of 57.53%. Moreover, their first serve return stats favor Zhukov who has won 31.55% of first serve return points compared to Crawford's 27.19%, an important factor in predicting match favorites in head-to-head encounters.

From a broader performance perspective, Crawford holds a stronger record over the past year with a 65.15% match win rate (43 wins to 23 losses) compared to Zhukov's 58.06% (36 wins to 26 losses). Furthermore, when it comes to surface preferences, Crawford excels on hard courts with a 70% win rate, while Zhukov shows his best performance on clay, managing a 59% win rate. These insights play into predicting potential outcomes based on the playing conditions of the upcoming match.

Analyzing their performance in deciding sets over the past year, Zhukov has won 50% of these high-pressure sets, while Crawford exhibits a superior 63% success rate, making him more likely to seize crucial moments if the match extends to a deciding set. Also noteworthy is their breakpoint conversion rates in recent form, where Zhukov again has an advantage, converting 45.93% of his opportunities compared to Crawford’s 35.9%. This could be decisive for live betting scenarios.

The players’ level of competition also influences expectations; Zhukov has typically faced opponents with an average ranking of 395.31 over the past year, whereas Crawford's average opponent rank is marginally higher at 415.61. Despite this, Crawford’s performance remains strong, having played extensively in Futures/Satellites/ITF tournaments, securing a 78.26% win rate in $10K events, surpassing Zhukov’s 59.18% in similar settings.

Based on these statistics, Crawford appears to have an edge going into the match, considering both their superior overall winning percentage and their performance in deciding sets. However, Zhukov's return game and breakpoint conversion capabilities remain critical factors that could still influence the match outcome. Ultimately, Crawford's consistency and pressure management skills make him the favored contender based on recent stats.