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Spain vs Ukraine Prediction, Odds & Betting Tips | Billie Jean King Cup Finals 2025 Quarterfinals
At the Billie Jean King Cup Finals 2025 in Shenzhen, Spain faces Ukraine in a pivotal quarterfinal on September 17. Carla Suárez Navarro is the captain of the Spanish squad comprised of Paula Badosa, Jéssica Bouzas, Cristina Bucsa, Aliona Bolsova, and Leyre Romero. Ukraine counters with Elina Svitolina, Marta Kostyuk, the Kichenok twins, and Yuliia Starodubtseva led by Illya Marchenko. All ties are played as two singles matches with a deciding doubles match if necessary, and based on Spain's depth and Ukraine's doubles strength, this can be one of the most competitive ties of the Finals.
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Having just returned from injury, Paula Badosa (WTA No.20) will lead Spain into this tie, stating that she is "feeling very motivated to give 100% in Shenzhen," and she is still Spain’s best opportunity to win a single's rubber. Jéssica Bouzas (WTA No.51) has had the best season of her career so far, steadily improving in the rankings. Cristina Bucsa reached the US Open fourth round (R16) last summer before losing to Aryna Sabalenka, which proves her to be worthy of playing at the highest levels. Aliona Bolsova adds even more depth to Spain, while Leyre Romero replaces the injured Nuria Párrizas. This Spanish side led by Carla Suárez Navarro will arrive with three players in the WTA top-100 singles rankings, a rare opportunity in a team event. Their depth is the definite advantage, but they need a strong doubles team stepped up if Ukraine pushes for a deciding rubber.
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Elina Svitolina (WTA No.13) is still an inspirational leader for Ukraine. Formerly a world No.3 and a strong cup player, she revels in high-stress situations. Alongside her, Marta Kostyuk (WTA No.26) brings some baseline firepower and her growing ability to handle big-match situations. Together, they should give Ukraine's best shot in singles. For doubles, Ukraine has one of the strongest combinations of specialists at the Finals: the Kichenok sisters (Lyudmyla & Nadiia), with WTA titles alongside their long careers as doubles specialists. Rounding out the squad is Yuliia Starodubtseva, giving captain Illya Marchenko another option as a flexible backup. Ukraine's approach is straightforward: win one singles match with either Svitolina or Kostyuk, then rely on the Kichenoks for a decisive doubles win. This makes them dangerous opposition for Spain.
👥 Spain vs Ukraine Head-to-Head
Spain and Ukraine have seldom crossed paths in this event at the Billie Jean King Cup Finals, but in this tie, Matchups will be crucial: Badosa against Svitolina and Bouzas against Kostyuk. Spain has more depth overall but Ukraine has a world-class doubles team, so look for tight margins.
🔮Spain vs Ukraine Betting Tips and Odds
- Spain to win the tie (2-1): Spain are slight favourites based on their superior depth in singles.
- Ukraine to win at least one single's rubber: Svitolina or Kostyuk are both capable of a surprise.
- The tie will be decided in the doubles: If the singles are split it is extremely likely, especially with the Kichenok sisters presenting a considerable doubles defence.
- Over 3.5 sets played in the tie: One of the singles matches is bound to go three sets.
🔥 Spain vs Ukraine Match Prediction
The depth of Spain gives them an advantage in singles, particularly with Badosa back to fitness, and Bucsa in good form. Ukraine’s Svitolina or Kostyuk should win one singles rubber. I expect this tie will go down to the doubles, with Spain's versatility, just edging our Ukraine's Kichenoks in a thriller.
Top 3 predictions:-
🎾Spain to win @ 2.614 odds on 1xbet
🎾Spain to win @ 2.55 odds on Betway
🎾Spain to win @ 2.50 odds on Bet365
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