Anastasia Kulikova vs Irina Balus
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Tennis Gauge's model favors Anastasia Kulikova, giving them a 63% chance to win against Irina Balus (37%). Anastasia Kulikova leads 1-0 in their head-to-head. Kulikova is 4-6 in their last 10, Balus 6-4. At -120, the odds imply 55% for Anastasia Kulikova, below the model's 63%.
Pre-match prediction
The model makes Anastasia Kulikova a 63% favorite. At -120 the sportsbook implies 55% for Anastasia Kulikova, 8 points below the model's 63%.
Model minus book: +8 pts
Model minus book: -16 pts
Model estimates, not betting advice. How the numbers work · Expected value of Anastasia Kulikova at -120 · Model track record
Player comparison
| Anastasia Kulikova | Irina Balus | |
|---|---|---|
| Tennis Gauge rating | 6628 | 6491 |
| Tour rank | WTA #362 | WTA #564 |
| Last 10 matches | 4-6 | 6-4 |
| Last 30 days | 2-3 | 6-2 |
| Current streak | 1 Win | 2 Losses |
| Season record | 35-25 | 46-16 |
| UTR | 11.4 | 11.27 |
| Elo (52 weeks) | 1474 | – |
| Best surface | Hard | – |
| Worst surface | Grass | – |
Head to head
Anastasia Kulikova leads 1-0.
| Date | Winner | Score | Tournament |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20.10.2026 | Anastasia Kulikova | 7-5, 7-6 | Canada Saguenay |
Recent form
Anastasia Kulikova, last 10
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28.10.2026 | Michaela Bayerlova | W | 6-3, 6-4 |
| 22.10.2026 | Tatjana Maria | L | 6-3, 6-2 |
| 20.10.2026 | Irina Balus | W | 7-5, 7-6 |
| 13.10.2026 | Alana Smith | L | 7-5, 6-1 |
| 12.10.2026 | Allura Zamarripa | W | 7-5, 7-6 |
| 07.10.2026 | Anastasia Abbagnato | L | 7-6, 6-4 |
| 28.09.2026 | Anna Lena Friedsam | L | 6-4, 7-6 |
| 20.09.2026 | Anna Lena Friedsam | L | 6-4, 6-3 |
| 19.09.2026 | Jiaqi Wang | W | 6-4, 7-5 |
| 08.09.2026 | Haruka Kaji | L | 6-2, 6-2 |
Irina Balus, last 10
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27.10.2026 | Rebecca Munk Mortensen | L | 7-5, 4-1 |
| 20.10.2026 | Anastasia Kulikova | L | 7-5, 7-6 |
| 19.10.2026 | Michika Ozeki | W | 6-2, 6-1 |
| 18.10.2026 | Avery Alexander | W | 6-4, 6-4 |
| 29.09.2026 | Arianna Zucchini | L | 6-3, 4-6, 6-1 |
| 28.09.2026 | Krisha Mahendran | W | 5-7, 6-4, 6-4 |
| 25.09.2026 | Kaitlyn Carnicella | W | 6-4, 1-6, 7-6 |
| 24.09.2026 | Reese Miller | W | 6-4, 6-2 |
| 23.09.2026 | Capucine Jauffret | W | 6-3, 6-2 |
| 13.09.2026 | Aysegul Mert | L | 6-7, 7-6, 1-0 |
Common opponents, last 12 months
| Opponent | Anastasia Kulikova | Irina Balus |
|---|---|---|
| Aysegul Mert | 1-0 W 6-2 |
0-1 L 6-7, 7-6, 1-0 |
| Charlotte Van Zonneveld | 0-1 L 6-2, 6-2 |
1-0 W 6-2, 6-2 |
| Raquel Gonzalez Vilar | 1-0 W 6-1, 6-0 |
2-0 W 6-4, 6-0, W 3-6, 6-0, 7-5 |
Earlier previews of this matchup
- 2026-10-20: WTA Saguenay (Canada), model gave Anastasia Kulikova 63% at -120
Anastasia Kulikova vs Irina Balus: quick answers
Who will win Anastasia Kulikova vs Irina Balus?
Tennis Gauge's model favors Anastasia Kulikova, giving them a 63% chance to win against Irina Balus (37%).
What is the head-to-head record between Anastasia Kulikova and Irina Balus?
Anastasia Kulikova leads 1-0. Their most recent meeting was on October 20, 2026, won by Anastasia Kulikova 7-5, 7-6 at Canada Saguenay.
Who is in better form, Anastasia Kulikova or Irina Balus?
Anastasia Kulikova is 4-6 in their last 10 matches (current streak: 1 Win). Irina Balus is 6-4 (current streak: 2 Losses).
How does Tennis Gauge rate Anastasia Kulikova and Irina Balus?
Anastasia Kulikova is rated 6628 (WTA #362) and Irina Balus is rated 6491 (WTA #564). Ratings update after every match and weight recent results and opponent strength.
What are the odds for Anastasia Kulikova vs Irina Balus?
Anastasia Kulikova is priced at -120 and Irina Balus at -114, which implies a 55% and 53% chance to win. The model rates Anastasia Kulikova 8 points higher than the odds do (63% vs 55%), which Tennis Gauge counts as value.