Veronika Kudermetova vs Jasmine Paolini

Veronika Kudermetova faces Jasmine Paolini in the WTA Ningbo R16 on Thursday, with the latter entering as the betting favorite. The average moneyline odds from 319 bookmakers place Paolini at 1.48, reflecting her recent form and consistency on hard courts. Kudermetova is listed at 2.6, offering a potential return for those who believe she can leverage her power and pull off an upset.

This match presents an intriguing clash of styles, as Kudermetova’s aggressive baseline game meets Paolini’s resilient counter-punching. The odds suggest Paolini is expected to control the rallies and advance, but Kudermetova’s ability to dictate play with her forehand could test that prediction. The outcome will likely hinge on which player can better impose their rhythm in these fast conditions.