Who is favored to win the Karen Khachanov vs Nishesh Basavareddy at the Australian Open?
Karen Khachanov is favored to win against Nishesh Basavareddy with moneyline odds of 1.25, thanks to his higher ranking at No. 15, strong recent form with semifinal run at the 2025 Davis Cup Finals, and superior hard court record of 28-12 over the past year on DexWin - Best Odds on Your Favourite Sports.
What time does Karen Khachanov vs Nishesh Basavareddy at the Australian Open start?
The match starts on January 22, 2026, at 12:00 AM UTC at the Australian Open in Melbourne.
Where is the Karen Khachanov vs Nishesh Basavareddy at the Australian Open being played?
The match is at Melbourne Park's Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne, Australia, featuring a capacity of 15,000 with a retractable roof and world-class lighting for night sessions.
Karen Khachanov vs Nishesh Basavareddy at the Australian Open prediction & odds – who is expected to win?
Prediction favors Karen Khachanov to win in straight sets with odds of 1.25, as Basavareddy, a promising qualifier, struggles against top-20 players with a 2-8 record in main draw Grand Slams, while Khachanov's powerful serve has won 85% of service games on hard courts this season.
What is the head to head record between Karen Khachanov vs Nishesh Basavareddy?
In their head-to-head, Karen Khachanov leads 1-0, defeating Nishesh Basavareddy 6-4, 7-5 in a Challenger event last year; Khachanov's experience gives him the edge in high-stakes matches like the Australian Open.
