Indian Wells Masters 2021: Reilly Opelka vs Taro Daniel Preview, Head to head, Prediction and Live Stream for BNP Paribas Open


Indian Wells Masters 2021: Reilly Opelka vs Taro Daniel Preview, Head to head, Prediction and Live Stream for BNP Paribas Open

Reilly Opelka vs Taro Daniel

World No. 123 Taro Daniel will take on World No. 20 Reilly Opelka in the second round of the BNP Paribas Open on October 9, 2021.

Reilly Opelka vs Taro Daniel: Match Details

  • Tournament: Indian Wells Masters 2021
  • Match: Taro Daniel vs Reilly Opelka
  • Round: Round of 64
  • Prize Money: $29,045
  • Date: October 9, 2021
  • Venue: Indian Wells, United States   
  • Surface: Hard Court

Reilly Opelka vs Taro Daniel: Preview

Reilly Opelka
Reilly Opelka

It hasn’t been a great time for Daniel this year on the circuit. Although he also took part in some major tournaments as a qualifier, the Japanese has played most of his tennis at the Challenger level. Daniel beat German veteran Philipp Kohlschreiber in straight sets in the last round. Also, the 28-year-old has spent most of the time on the clay. Therefore, it will be a tough task for Daniel to make any inroads in Indian Wells this week.

On the other hand, Opelka comes into this round with decent hopes of creating a few upsets in the draw. After a stutter in the first half of the season, the lanky American managed to find his best tennis and in the process made a few deep runs in marquee tournaments.

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Once the North Americans season began, the 24-year-old has been consistently beating some big names on the circuit, with his powerful game. Opelka also reached the finals of the Masters event in Toronto, before he was beaten by World No.2 Daniil Medvedev. However, Opelka did lose to Casper Ruud in the recently concluded Laver Cup event in Boston.  

Reilly Opelka vs Taro Daniel: Head to Head

Taro Daniel
Taro Daniel

These two have never met on the ATP tour before.

Reilly Opelka vs Taro Daniel: Prediction

Reilly Opelka
Reilly Opelka

Like always, expect Opelka to serve big in the hunt for cheap points. Furthermore, the American has also shown us all that he is not only reliant on his serve, but powerful groundstrokes too. While the Japanese player might win some long rallies and push the set close, it is tough to see Daniel beating his opponent in this match.

Match Prediction: Reilly Opelka should win in two sets.

Reilly Opelka vs Taro Daniel: Broadcast and Live Stream details

CountryOfficial Broadcaster
IndiaVoot Select
USATennis Channel
CanadaTennis Canada
Middle East BeIN sports
JapanWowow
ChinaCCTV
BrazilGlobosat
Caribbean ESPN International
South AmericaESPN International
UKAmazon Prime video
Southeast AsiaFox Sports
YouTube video

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