Australian Open 2024: Aryna Sabalenka vs. Amanda Anisimova Preview, Prediction, and Live Stream

Aryna Sabalenka is all set to face off against Amanda Anisimova in the Round of 16 at the Australian Open.

Australian Open 2024: Aryna Sabalenka vs. Amanda Anisimova Preview, Prediction, and Live Stream

Aryna Sabalenka and Amanda Anisimova (Via Imago)

The defending champion, Aryna Sabalenka, will square off against the returning star, Amanda Anisimova, in the fourth round of the Australian Open.

After major success in the previous rounds, both players enter the matchup with immense confidence behind them. While Sabalenka would aim to succeed at her maiden title defense, her opponent would hope for an amazing run on a comeback to tennis. 

Aryna Sabalenka vs Amanda Anisimova: Match Details

  • Tournament: Australian Open
  • Match: Aryna Sabalenka vs Amanda Anisimova
  • Date: 21st January, 2024
  • Time: 7:30 Am (ET)
  • Venue: Melbourne, Australia
  • Round: Fourth Round
  • Surface: Hard Court
  • Prize Money: $375,000
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Aryna Sabalenka vs Amanda Anisimova: Match Preview

Starting in 2024 as one of the finalists of the Brisbane International, Sabalenka entered the Open with immense confidence.

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Having lost only one game against first-round opponent Ella Seidel, the No. 2 seed continued to win in straight sets in her next two matches as well. She booked her spot in the Round of 16 by winning against Lesia Tsurenko 6-0, 6-0.

Aryna Sabalenka
Aryna Sabalenka (Via AO)

On the other side of the court is the highly talented Amanda Anisimova, who returned to tennis after a long break. She had taken an indefinite break due to mental health concerns and made an impressive comeback to beat talented players to book her spot alongside Sabalenka. 

She comes off a top-class win against Paula Badosa, despite facing a few issues during the match. The American overcame cramps to cut Badosa’s comeback in straight sets. 

Aryna Sabalenka vs. Amanda Anisimova: Match Prediction

Aryna Sabalenka is the strong favorite heading into this match, but according to the statistics, she is quite at a disadvantage. 

Amanda Anisimova
Amanda Anisimova (Via USTA)

Having faced Anisimova five times before, the Belarusian managed to win only once. Their H2H is 1-4, with Anisimova having a clear lead in victories over the World No. 2.

Their last match was a couple of years ago in Rome. Having lost to the American earlier that same year, Sabalenka turned the tide in Rome to get her first win over Anisimova. 

From a set down, she came back to beat the American 4-6, 6-3, 6-2. With a returning Anisimova and a more emotionally clear Sabalenka, there is a whole new ball game, and the match can be anyone’s. However, according to the predictions, Sabalenka is set to win in three sets. 

Prediction: Aryna Sabalenka to win in three sets

Aryna Sabalenka vs Amanda Anisimova: Match Telecast

  • Asia – belN Southeast Asia
  • India – Sony Liv
  • Australia – belN SPORTS Australia
  • Canada – TSN
  • China – MIGU
  • France – Eurosports France
  • Spain – Telefonica
  • United Kingdom – Sky UK
  • United States – Tennis Channel
  • Germany – Sky Deutschland

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