WTA Miami Open 2022: Naomi Osaka vs Astra Sharma, Prediction, Head-to-Head, Preview, and Live Stream Details
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Naomi Osaka and Astra Sharma
Naomi Osaka, a four-time Grand Slam champion, will lock horns with Australia’s Astra Sharma in the first round of the Miami Open 2022. Osaka is ranked 77th in the world whilst Astra Sharma holds a worldwide ranking of 96.
Naomi Osaka vs Astra Sharma: Match Details
- Tournament: WTA Miami Open 2022
- Match: Naomi Osaka vs Astra Sharma
- Round: First Round (Round of 128)
- Date: TBD
- Venue: Miami, Florida, USA
- Surface: Hardcourt
- Prize Money: $18,2000
Naomi Osaka vs Astra Sharma: Preview
Naomi Osaka has been unable to maintain the level of success she achieved with her performances from 2018 to 2021. The Japanese was expected to make a comeback at the Indian Wells 2022 after withdrawing from the French Open in 2021 and facing an early-round exit in the Australian Open 2022. However, she failed to do so in her most recent loss at the tournament where her run was cut short by Veronika Kudermetova. Only four games were won by Osaka before she was defeated 6-0, 6-4. However, the former world number one will seek to make a remarkable comeback at the Miami Open 2022 to make up for her dismal performances in prior tournaments.
Sharma, on the other hand, hasn’t had a great 2022 season either. Sharma’s lone triumph came last year at the WTA 250 event in Charleston, where she defeated Ons Jabeur in the final. After that, she reached the main draw as the lucky loser after losing in the final round of qualifying at Indian Wells 2022. The Australian, however, ran into a storm in the form of Victoria Azarenka in the second round and was unable to outlast the Russian. As a result, her journey had to be cut short.
Naomi Osaka vs Astra Sharma: Head-to-Head
Since this is the first time Naomi Osaka and Astra Sharma will battle each other on the main tour, there is no previous head-to-head record between them. Nevertheless, the score in the head-to-head encounter is currently 0-0.
Naomi Osaka vs Astra Sharma: Prediction
Even if she isn’t in the best of form, Naomi Osaka is notorious for turning around even the most difficult matches. Therefore, Osaka will be the overwhelming favourite going into the match. The former World No.1 is a fearless baseliner with one of the finest serves in the game and a knack for racking up free points with aces and service winners. Along with her big forehand, she also has a good return, which would be lethal for Astra Sharma. Her ranking has also been compromised, therefore she will do everything she can to add the trophy to her portfolio while she still has the opportunity. Furthermore, it will not surprise anyone if Osaka wins in straight sets.
Prediction: Naomi Osaka will win in straight sets.
Naomi Osaka vs Astra Sharma: Broadcast and Live Stream Details
- Amazon Prime Video – United Kingdom, Ireland
- beIN SPORTS – Australia, France
- Canal+ – Poland
- DAZN – Spain, Canada, Japan
- DigiSport – Hungary, Romania
- iQIYI – China
- NowTV – Hong Kong
- Nova Sports – Greece & Cyprus
- Okko Sport – Russia
- O2 – Czech Republic
- Starhub – Singapore
- Supertennis – Italy
- Tennis Channel – Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Netherlands, USA
- TSN and TVN – Canada
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