Thanasi Kokkinakis / Nick Kyrgios are favored to win due to their strong singles records and past doubles synergy at the Australian Open, with recent form showing Kyrgios defeating top opponents like Mackenzie McDonald 3-6, 6-3, 6-4 in early 2026. Betting odds list them at approximately 1.65, while Kubler / Polmans are at 2.25, reflecting their underdog status despite solid Aussie presence with DexWin - Best Odds on Your Favourite Sports.

The match starts on January 20, 2026, at 00:00 UTC (11:00 AM local AEDT in Melbourne). This timing aligns with the Australian Open schedule at Melbourne Park.

The match is at Melbourne Park in Melbourne, Australia, the premier venue for the Australian Open with multiple show courts including Rod Laver Arena (capacity 15,000) and John Cain Arena (capacity 10,000), known for its hard courts and vibrant atmosphere.

Prediction favors Thanasi Kokkinakis / Nick Kyrgios to win in straight sets, backed by moneyline odds of 1.65 on DexWin reflecting their superior firepower and home crowd support. Kubler / Polmans at 2.25 odds face a tough challenge given Kokkinakis / Kyrgios' recent 2025 Australian Open doubles experience and Kyrgios' strong individual form.

No prior head-to-head meetings exist between Thanasi Kokkinakis / Nick Kyrgios and Jason Kubler / Marc Polmans in doubles. However, all four players share strong recent Australian form, with Kokkinakis / Kyrgios leveraging their 2022 AO doubles success for momentum.