Australian Open 2025 final: Jannik Sinner vs. Alexander Zverev preview, prediction, and live stream details

Jannik Sinner is looking to defend his Australian Open title as he faces Alexander Zverev, in the German's maiden Australian Open final.

Australian Open 2025 final: Jannik Sinner vs. Alexander Zverev preview, prediction, and live stream details

Jannik Sinner and Alexander Zverev (via X)

The Australian Open finals will be an exciting match between top seed Jannik Sinner and second seed Alexander Zverev. Two-time Grand Slam champion Jannik Sinner will be looking to defend his Australian Open title.

Meanwhile Zverev will be contesting his first Australian Open final. The German has been a runner up at two Grand Slams- the 2020 US Open where he lost to Dominic Thiem and the 2024 French Open where he lost to Carlos Alcaraz.

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Jannik Sinner vs. Alexander Zverev: Match Details

  • Tournament: Australian Open 2025
  • Match: Jannik Sinner vs. Alexander Zverev
  • Date: January 26, 2025
  • Venue: Rod Laver Arena
  • Round: Finals
  • Time: TBD
  • Surface: Outdoor hard court
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Jannik Sinner vs. Alexander Zverev: Match Preview

Jannik Sinner has showcased exceptional form at the Australian Open 2025, advancing to his second consecutive final. In the semi-final, he defeated Ben Shelton in straight sets, 7(7)-6(2), 6-2, 6-2. Though Shelton posed a significant challenge in the first set, Sinner’s resilience and experience allowed him to dominate the tiebreak.

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During his fourth-round match against Holger Rune, Sinner experienced dizziness and discomfort, necessitating a medical timeout. Despite these issues, he returned to the court, eventually securing a four-set win. In the semi-final against Shelton, Sinner again faced some health issues, including cramping, but managed to persevere and win the match.

Alexander Zverev
Alexander Zverev (via Instagram)

Meanwhile, Alexander Zverev, also delivered a strong performance at the Australian Open 2025, In the quarterfinals, he defeated Tommy Paul, securing a four-set win with a scoreline of 7-6(1), 7-6(0), 2-6, 6-1. Zverev’s powerful serve and consistent play were pivotal in claiming the tightly contested tiebreaks in the first two sets.

In the semifinals, Zverev faced a highly anticipated match against Novak Djokovic. The opening set was intensely competitive, ultimately leading to a tiebreak where Zverev emerged victorious. However, following the first set, an injured Djokovic, made a difficult and heartbreaking decision to retire from the match, thereby propelling the German into his first Australian Open final.

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Jannik Sinner vs. Alexander Zverev: Match Prediction

This upcoming match marks the sixth meeting between the Italian and the German. Interestingly, Zverev leads their head to head 4-2. Sinner won their first and last encounter, which happened at 2020 at the French Open, and 2024 at the Cincinnati Masters respectively.

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Jannik Sinner (via Instagram)

This match might be a bit difficult to predict as both players are in the top rankings and are highly competitive. Sinner has experienced some health setbacks throughout the tournament, however if these issues don’t persist during the finals, Sinner would be most likely to take away his second Australian Open crown.

Match Prediction: Jannik Sinner to win in four sets

Jannik Sinner vs. Alexander Zverev: Live Stream Details

  • USA – Tennis Channel, ESPN
  • UK – Eurosport
  • Canada – TSN, RDS
  • Australia – Channel 9, Stan Sport
  • India – Sony LIV
  • Brazil – ESPN International