Takuya Kumasaka vs Hayato Matsuoka Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• In the recent six months, Takuya Kumasaka has slightly outperformed Hayato Matsuoka on second serve points, winning 43.94% compared to Matsuoka's 42.95%. Could this edge influence the outcome of the match? It's possible.
• On return games, Kumasaka also leads with 44.43% success on opponents' second serve returns, narrowly surpassing Matsuoka's 44.07%. This marginal advantage may be crucial in match prediction.
• However, in first serve return stats, Matsuoka has the edge, winning 32.02% of points, while Kumasaka stands at 28.96%. This indicates Matsuoka might have a slight upper hand in first serve returns.
• When facing breakpoints, Matsuoka exhibits better resilience, saving 52.17%, compared to Kumasaka's 48.14%. This ability to handle pressure could play a pivotal role.
• Overall match performance over the last year gives Kumasaka a win rate of 65.15%, compared to Matsuoka's 56.06%, indicating a more consistent track record.
• Both players excel on hard surfaces, each with a 60% career win rate, highlighting their strength in such conditions. Interestingly, neither has success on indoor hard courts.
• At the $10K Futures/Satellites/ITF level, Kumasaka again leads with a 69.81% win rate over the last year, while Matsuoka trails at 61.11%.
• In their only direct encounter, Kumasaka bested Matsuoka, winning straight sets in their match last year at the M 15 Ipoh Perak, highlighting his edge in head-to-head contests.
• Considering match duration, their past meetings average 2 hours and 16 minutes, suggesting closely contested games.
• Both athletes face opponents of differing caliber, with Matsuoka's average opponent ranking at 404.14 compared to Kumasaka's 500.68, hinting that Matsuoka often contends with tougher competition.
• Deciding set performances highlight Kumasaka's strength, winning 67% of these sets, significantly higher than Matsuoka's 44%.

Editorial Prediction (November 3, 2025, UTC):

In examining recent form and head-to-head statistics, Takuya Kumasaka consistently shows a slight edge over Hayato Matsuoka. His superior performance in second serve points, overall match win rate over the last year, and deciding set outcomes underpins his advantage in this matchup.

Despite Matsuoka's ability to handle high-pressure scenarios and his marginally better first serve return rate, Kumasaka's consistency and track record on hard court surfaces make him a strong contender in this upcoming match.

Considering both players' past performances and Kumasaka's previous win in their encounter, Takuya Kumasaka is the favored player to win the forthcoming match.