Alexander Zverev vs. Nikoloz Basilashvili - 8/8/19 Rogers Cup Tennis Pick, Odds, and Prediction

Alexander Zverev will play against Nikoloz Basilashvili in the third round of the 2019 ATP Rogers Cup in Montreal. 

Nikoloz Basilashvili played well in the previous round as he defeated Jay-Lennard Struff in 3 sets. Basilashvili showed great determination during the win as he lost the opening set but fought back well to win the final 2 sets and the match. During the win, Nikoloz Basilashvili received serve exceptionally well as he won close to 40% of his receiving points which allowed him to break his opponent’s serve on 3 occasions. Considering the strength of Struff’s serve, Nikoloz Basilashvili played exceptionally well to win 3 return games. The serving was also solid from Nikoloz Basilashvili as he won 85% of his service games. Despite his result in the previous round, this is expected to be a tough match for Nikoloz Basilashvili as he is playing against the number 3 seed. 

Looking at Alexander Zverev, the German superstar was very impressive in the previous round as he defeated Cameron Norrie in straight sets. Zverev showed great skill as he won 100% of his service games and 1 return game. The serving was especially impressive from Zverev as he hit 10 aces which allowed him to win 66% of his service points. Alexander Zverev looks in top form which will make him very tough to beat in this tournament.