Elena Rybakina vs Polina Kudermetova Prediction & Betting Tips - Ningbo Open
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Elena Rybakina will play as the top seed in her Ningbo Open title defence, which she begins with a second-round matchup with the qualifier Polina Kudermetova. This match will their second career meeting. Rybakina has the head-to-head advantage over Kudermetova and our prediction has her winning here.
Elena Rybakina is back to defend the title she won during an excellent debut campaign in Ningbo last year. The Kazakh star is defending 500 points and is favoured to retain her title.
Rybakina had a disappointing return to the tour last week as she lost her opening round tie in Beijing. The world number one was making her return to action after winning the US Open.
Polina Kudermetova lost to Rybakina when they last met. That was on grass three years ago in Birmingham. As she faces one of the WTA’s in-form players, the Uzbek star looks destined for another defeat.
Kudermetova, who is yet to drop a set this week, defeated Cristina Bucsa in the first round. That win saw her reach 40 wins in 62 outings this term.
After progressing to the second round, Kudermetova has jumped back into the top 100 at position 92 in the live rank. She hasn’t progressed beyond the third round on tour this season.
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Elena Rybakina v Polina Kudermetova Best Betting Odds
| Bookmaker | 1 | 2 | Bonus |
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1.10 | 6.20 |
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1.12 | 6.84 |
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1.10 | 6.75 |
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1.10 | 6.65 |
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1.10 | 6.75 |
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Who will win the Elena Rybakina vs Polina Kudermetova Tennis game?
Our prediction for the Elena Rybakina vs Polina Kudermetova match is: exact score: 2-1.
The best winner predictions and betting odds for the Elena Rybakina vs Polina Kudermetova game on 22/10/2026 of the current Ningbo Open season:
- Elena Rybakina has a 77.47% chance to win against Polina Kudermetova according to 1xbet ⭐ with the odds of 1.12.
- Polina Kudermetova has a 22.53% probability of winning facing Elena Rybakina ⭐ with odds of 7 at Betway.
Elena Rybakina vs Polina Kudermetova Best Prediction and Odds
Based on the bookmaker's betting lines in this match, Elena Rybakina has a 77.47 % chance to win.
| Prediction | Chance to win |
|---|---|
| Elena Rybakina | 77.47 % |
| Polina Kudermetova | 22.53 % |
Elena Rybakina vs Polina Kudermetova Form
Elena Rybakina and Polina Kudermetova Last Matches
5/6 (83%)
1/6 (17%)
3 Oct 2026 - WTA China Open
12 Sept 2026 - WTA US Open
10 Sept 2026 - WTA US Open
9 Sept 2026 - WTA US Open
7 Sept 2026 - WTA US Open
5 Sept 2026 - WTA US Open
4/6 (67%)
2/6 (33%)
20 Oct 2026 - Ningbo Open
17 Oct 2026 - Ningbo Open
17 Oct 2026 - Ningbo Open
10 Oct 2026 - WTA Wuhan Open
4 Oct 2026 - WTA China Open
2 Oct 2026 - WTA China Open
Elena Rybakina - Polina Kudermetova Key Points
- So far in 2026, Rybakina has recorded 49 victories.
- Rybakina defeated Kudermetova in their only other encounter.
- Rybakina has never lost a fixture in Ningbo since her debut last year.
- Kudermetova lost six of her seven duels with WTA top-10-ranked opponents.
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Our Elena Rybakina vs Polina Kudermetova Prediction
Our prediction for Elena Rybakina v Polina Kudermetova is for the exact score: 2-1. Rybakina is the Ningbo defending champion and is the odds-on favourite to retain her title. She has been in top form in 2026 and ranks as the world number one.
Rybakina defeated Kudermetova at their last meeting. However, despite her strong form in 2026, Kudermetova has struggled against the WTA’s elite performers. She has recorded just one victory in seven previous meetings with players ranked in the top 10.
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