Nikoloz Basilashvili vs Hanlei Lu

Nikoloz Basilashvili vs Hanlei Lu: match analysis

On 22 September 2026, Nikoloz Basilashvili takes on Hanlei Lu at Chengdu. There is little data on Hanlei Lu yet, so the rating is pulled towards the average.

Result against the prediction

Final score in sets: 2–0 (6-2, 6-0). This match was not in the prediction record, which only takes matches locked before they start.

Form and context

Recent form for Nikoloz Basilashvili: 3–7 in the last 10. That includes 4 defeats in a row. The latest result was a 0–2 loss to Seongchan Hong at US Open, Men (25 August). ATP/WTA-level record in 2026: 14–15. Best recent win: Ben Shelton (rated 1786).

Head to head

They have not met before in our records, so there is no head to head to lean on.

Key factors

• Rating gap: 115 points in favour of Nikoloz Basilashvili. This drives most of the win probability.
• ATP/WTA-level matches on record: Nikoloz Basilashvili 51, Hanlei Lu 0. A rating built at tour level is trusted more than one built in ITF events.
• One of these players has too few matches on record, or has barely played at tour level, so the rating is pulled back towards the average. Treat this as a rough read, not a confident call.