2024 hasn’t treated Jessica Pegula too well so far. Despite being one of the favorites to lift the United Cup, her team was disappointed in the tournament, bowing out in the group stage. As far as her singles commitment was concerned, she won one and lost one match in the tournament. Despite the early setback, Pegula is looking to find some joy ahead of the Australian Open. For that, she will have to overcome the challenge of Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova.

Pegula is Down Under to participate in the Adelaide International tournament. It serves as a warm-up event in the lead-up to the Australian Open. Let’s find out how the odds stack up for the two players.

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Both Pegula and Pavlyuchenkova enter this clash on the back of hard-fought victories. The former is the second seed in the tournament and was handed a bye in the opening round. In the second round, she had to toil hard to overcome her compatriot, Bernarda Pera 4-6, 6-2, 6-3.

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On the other hand, Pavlyuchenkova opened her campaign in the first round and caused a massive upset, defeating the fifth seed, Beatriz Haddad Maia, in straight sets. Further, she had to dig deep to prevail over Katerina Siniakova, defeating her in three sets 2-6, 6-3, 6-2. It’ll be interesting to see how the battle shapes up when Pegula faces Pavlyuchenkova next.

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Pegula vs Pavlyuchenkova: Head-to-Head

Both Pegula and Pavlyuchenkova are experienced players and have been on the tour for many seasons. However, they have faced each other just once before. It was at the 2021 National Bank Open in Montreal where Pegula triumphed over Pavlyuchenkova.

The American star required three sets to get the better of her Russian opponent. Going by the past result and the current scenario, it looks like Pegula will be the hot favorite to come out on top in their match in Adelaide.

Prediction: Pegula to win in straight sets

While unpredictability can be a huge factor in their clash, given they haven’t faced each other in recent times, Pegula will be expected to up her game ahead of the Australian Open. The American star will potentially win the match in straight sets and make it to the semifinals of the tournament.

Their match takes place tomorrow in the morning session. Who are you supporting in this match? Let us know your views in the comments below.

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