On Wednesday, Iga Swiatek and Petra Kvitova will compete in a thrilling quarter-final match at the Miami Open.
Swiatek is on a 14-match winning streak that dates back to her championship defence in Dubai. The Pole has enhanced with each match she’s played, and she looked particularly dangerous in her 6-3, 6-1 fourth-round win over Coco Gauff in Miami.
On the other hand, World No. 31, Petra Kvitova has been having a good run in the Miami Open 2022. She battled with Lauren Davis ND Veronika Kudermetova and eventually earned herself a place in the collision of the last eight.
Iga Swiatek vs Petra Kvitova: Match Details
- Tournament: Miami Open 2022.
- Date: 30th March 2022.
- Venue: Miami, Florida, USA.
- Surface: Outdoor Hardcourt.
- Round: Quarterfinals.
- Category: WTA 1000.
- Prize money: $8,584,055.
Iga Swiatek vs Petra Kvitova: Head-To-Head Records Till Date
As this will be Petra Kvitova’s first match with Iga Swiatek, their current head-to-head record is 0-0.
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Iga Swiatek vs Petra Kvitova: Who Will Win The Match?
Considering her ranking and tremendous form, Iga Swiatek will absolutely be the clear favourite. Also, her algorithm has also altered recently, and she is now playing considerably more aggressively. That would undoubtedly work in her favour. Nevertheless, if all goes well, she will be able to win the match with her powerful cross-court backhands. On the other hand, Kvitova is also a powerful ball-striker who, if she can keep enough balls in play, can drive Swiatek to the backfoot. The Czech will also need to serve effectively and avoid giving the Pole too many looks on second serves, in order to win.
Our Prediction: Iga Swiatek to win in straight sets.
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Iga Swiatek’s Last Three Performances
- Miami Open 2022: Round of 16- Swiatek d, Coco Gauff (6-3, 6-1).
- Miami Open 2022:Â Round of 32- Swiatek d. Madison Brengle (6-0, 6-3).
- Miami Open 2022: Round of 64- Swiatek d. Viktorija Golubic (6-2, 6-0).
Petra Kvitova’s Last 3 Performances
- Miami Open 2022: Kvitova d. Veronika Kudermetova (7-6, 6-4).
- Miami Open 2022: Round of 32- Kvitova d. Lauren Davis (7-5, 6-1).
- Miami Open 2022: Round of 64- Kvitova d. Clara Burel (6-1, 3-6, 6-3).
Iga Swiatek vs Petra Kvitova: Broadcasting And Livestreaming Details
However, all of the action will be broadcasted live for spectators in the following countries, on the following networks and websites:
- USA: Viewers in the United States can catch all the action on Tennis Channel.
- UK: Enthusiasts in the United Kingdom can watch the action live on Amazon Prime Video.
