James Duckworth vs Flavio Cobolli Prediction & Betting Tips - Almaty Open

Prediction published on 15/10/2025, 19:08  by Geoffrey Ejiga | Modified on 17/10/2025 at 03:45 in Tennis Predictions

The first quarterfinal game of the 2025 Almaty Open featured a second-ever clash between James Duckworth and Flavio Cobolli. Can Duckworth get his revenge to enter the semis, or Cobolli make it two wins in two? See our best pick in this James Duckworth vs Flavio Cobolli match prediction.

For us, it's Cobolli that's making it to the semis. All credit to Duckworth, and we acknowledge Cobolli’s recent slumps, but the Italian is just in a different league compared to his Australian opponent. They've met once, and Cobolli comfortably beat Duckworth 3-1 last year.

But their recent form is also an important factor in our pick. While Cobolli has witnessed a fair share of defeats in recent games, he's still managed to rake up 12 wins in his last 20 games. Duckworth, on the other hand, has won his last four singles but has still lost six of his last 10.

Duckworth showed great skill to beat Gabriel Diallo 2-1 in the RO16 of this tournament, but he should still find it difficult against Cobolli, who comfortably beat Rukky Hijikata in the last round.