Dayana Yastremska vs Elena Rybakina

Dayana Yastremska faces a significant challenge on Thursday as she takes on world number four Elena Rybakina in the WTA Ningbo 2025 event. The average moneyline odds from 201 bookmakers heavily favor Rybakina, listing her at 1.16, while Yastremska is positioned as the clear underdog at 4.98. This reflects Rybakina's powerful baseline game and consistent performance at this level.

Yastremska, known for her aggressive shot-making, will need to produce a near-flawless performance to challenge the reigning Wimbledon champion. Rybakina's dominant serve and controlled aggression make her particularly difficult to break on hard courts. The odds suggest this could be a straightforward contest, though Yastremska has previously demonstrated she can trouble top players when her game clicks.

For those considering the match, the probability implied by these odds indicates Rybakina has about an 86% chance of advancing. While the Ukrainian's explosive style could create moments of tension, Rybakina's superior consistency and championship experience make her the logical favorite to progress in Ningbo.