Sabalenka Faces Paolini in Miami Open Semifinal Showdown

MIAMI, Fla. — Aryna Sabalenka, the world’s No. 1 ranked female tennis player, is set to face No. 7 Jasmine Paolini in the semifinals of the Miami Open presented by Itau on Friday, March 27, 2025.

Sabalenka advanced to this stage after a convincing quarterfinal victory against Qinwen Zheng, winning 6-2, 7-5 on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Paolini secured her spot in the semifinals with a solid performance, defeating Magda Linette 6-3, 6-2 on the same day.

According to advanced predictive analytics from Stats Insider, Sabalenka holds an 83% chance of winning against Paolini in their upcoming match. This estimation is based on 10,000 simulations using machine learning techniques to analyze both players’ performances.

The odds for Friday’s match reflect Sabalenka as a strong favorite. TAB currently has her at $1.16, while Paolini is listed at $5.00. Bets on who will win the first set show similar trends, with Sabalenka’s odds at $1.25 compared to Paolini’s $4.00.

“While Sabalenka is the favored player, our model indicates a potential value bet on Paolini,” a representative from Stats Insider stated. “Betting can be unpredictable, and we encourage responsible gambling.”

The semifinal match will begin at 6:00 AM AEDT (Australian Eastern Daylight Time) and promises to be a thrilling contest on the prestigious Center Court of the Miami Open.

Fans can catch the live coverage of the match on the Tennis Channel, providing access to highlights and expert analysis throughout the tournament.

As always, bettors are reminded of the risks involved in gambling and should only wager what they can afford to lose. For those struggling with gambling addiction, support is available through the National Council on Problem Gambling.

By employing state-of-the-art machine learning techniques, Stats Insider has positioned itself as an authoritative source for betting predictions, ensuring fans have access to reliable and up-to-date information as they engage with the exciting world of sports betting.