Yusuke Kusuhara vs Kentaro Otsuka Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• How does Yusuke Kusuhara's second serve perform? Yusuke Kusuhara has recently won 45.49% of points on their second serve, compared to Kentaro Otsuka's 35.71%.
• In their return games, Kentaro Otsuka has a slight edge, winning 50.00% of points on their opponent's second serve, whereas Yusuke Kusuhara has won 44.34%.
• Regarding first serve return points, Kusuhara has won 25.27% against Otsuka’s 23.33%.
• Under pressure, Kusuhara saves 56.94% of breakpoints, advantaging him over Otsuka, who saves 50.00%.
• What are the players' match-winning percentages in the past year? Kusuhara has a win rate of 66.04% with a record of 35 wins against 18 losses, overshadowing Otsuka's 62.50% with 10 wins and 6 losses.
• Kusuhara excels on clay with a 67% win rate, whereas Otsuka is more successful on hard courts, with the same win percentage.
• Both players contest mostly in Futures/Satellites/ITF $10K tournaments: Kusuhara has a win rate of 68.63%, and Otsuka holds 66.67%.
• How does the average level of competition compare? Kusuhara plays against lower-ranked opponents (average rank 114.98) compared to Otsuka’s more challenging field (average rank 44.19).
• In deciding sets, Kusuhara has won 75% while Otsuka boasts a perfect 100% record over the past year.

Editorial Prediction (October 22, 2025, UTC):

Yusuke Kusuhara's superior second serve performance and better breakpoint-saving statistics suggest he might have an edge in this matchup. His ability to absorb pressure is likely to be a differentiator, especially in close games.

However, Kentaro Otsuka retaliates with stronger return games and an unblemished record in deciding sets, indicating he can seize control in pivotal moments.

While both players have proven competence on their favored surfaces, and Otsuka has faced tougher opponents historically, Kusuhara's consistent form and experience could be the tipping point in this encounter.

Based on the current analysis, Yusuke Kusuhara is predicted to be the more likely winner in this upcoming tennis match.