2026 Australian Open: O’Connell vs. Basavareddy Match Preview and Predictions
The 2026 Australian Open is set to feature an intriguing match in the Round of 128. This match will pit No. 242 Nishesh Basavareddy against No. 118 Christopher O’Connell. Basavareddy is currently favored at -160, while O’Connell stands at +125.
Match Details
- Tournament: Australian Open
- Round: Round of 128
- Date: Monday, January 19, 2026
- TV Channel: ESPN2
- Live Stream: Fubo
- Court Surface: Hard
Prediction and Betting Odds
According to the current betting odds, O’Connell has an implied probability of 61.5% to win the matchup. Here’s a quick look at the odds:
| Player | Odds to Win Match | Odds to Win Tournament |
|---|---|---|
| Christopher O’Connell | +125 | +25000 |
| Nishesh Basavareddy | -160 | +20000 |
Player Performance and Statistics
Christopher O’Connell
- Rank: No. 118
- Record on Hard Courts (Last Year): 16 wins, 13 losses
- Service Winning Percentage: 78.0%
- Return Winning Percentage: 26.5%
- Break Points Won: 43.9% (65 of 148)
In his most recent competition, the Great Ocean Road Open, O’Connell lost to Jacob Fearnley with a score of 6-7, 6-7.
Nishesh Basavareddy
- Rank: No. 242
- Record on Hard Courts (Last Year): 16 wins, 12 losses
- Service Games Won: 77.6% (211 of 272)
- Return Games Won: 27.4% (81 of 296)
- Break Points Won: 44.4% (59 of 133)
Basavareddy last played in the BANK OF CHINA HONG KONG TENNIS OPEN, where he was defeated by No. 82 Jan-Lennard Struff, losing 6-7, 2-6.
As both players prepare for this significant match in the 2026 Australian Open, fans and analysts alike are keen to see who will emerge victorious. For live updates and further insights, visit Filmogaz.com.
