Who is favored to win the Lia Karatancheva vs Kayla Cross at the Merida (W)?
Lia Karatancheva is favored to win against Kayla Cross due to her higher seeding as the 11th seed in the Mérida Open Akron Qualifying and stronger recent form on clay courts, with odds around 1.65 on DexWin - Best Odds on Your Favourite Sports. She has won 4 of her last 5 matches, including a solid performance in recent qualifiers, while Cross has struggled with a 2-4 record in her past month outings.
What time does Lia Karatancheva vs Kayla Cross at the Merida (W) start?
The match starts at 8:00 PM local time (3:00 PM UTC) on February 21, 2026, at Cancha 2 in the Mérida Open Akron.
Where is the Lia Karatancheva vs Kayla Cross at the Merida (W) being played?
The match is at Cancha 2 in Mérida, Mexico, part of the Mérida Open Akron complex, a premier outdoor hard court facility hosting WTA events with a vibrant atmosphere for qualifying rounds.
Lia Karatancheva vs Kayla Cross at the Merida (W) prediction & odds – who is expected to win?
Lia Karatancheva is predicted to win in straight sets with moneyline odds of 1.65 on DexWin, supported by her superior serve hold percentage of 82% in recent matches compared to Cross's 71% and her edge in break point conversion. Cross's recent losses to lower-ranked players highlight vulnerabilities on hard courts.
What is the head to head record between Lia Karatancheva vs Kayla Cross?
In head-to-head, Lia Karatancheva leads Kayla Cross 2-0, with wins in their last two meetings over the past year on similar surfaces; matches averaged 21 games, with Karatancheva winning 60% of total points.
