Denis Shapovalov vs Marin Cilic Prediction - 2026 Australian Open
Last updated: Jan 22, 2026, 6:02AM | Published: Jan 20, 2026, 12:14AM
Denis Shapovalov will sqaure off with Marin Cilic in the second round of the 2026 Australian Open on Thursday.
This article features Stats Insider's top betting tips for the Shapovalov vs Cilic match, plus the latest betting odds in Australia.
Who Will Win?
Based on trusted machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Thursday's Shapovalov-Cilic men's singles match 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model currently gives Shapovalov a 56% chance of beating Cilic in the 2026 Australian Open.
Shapovalov vs Cilic: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Thursday's 2026 Australian Open match between Shapovalov and Cilic are listed here:
- Head to Head: Shapovalov $1.66, Cilic $2.20
- First Set: Shapovalov $1.72, Cilic $2.10
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, TAB currently has Shapovalov at $1.66 and Cilic at $2.20.
TAB currently has odds for Shapovalov to win the first set at $1.72 and odds for Cilic to win the first set at $2.10.
Shapovalov vs Cilic: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Cilic at $2.20 with TAB
- First Set: Cilic at $1.90 with TAB (53% probability)
Today's Denis Shapovalov vs Marin Cilic betting tips are based on detailed modelling and betting intelligence to help you place better bets with your chosen online bookie.
Although our predictive analytics model indicates that Shapovalov is more likely to win the match, betting on Cilic to win is the best option due to the edge we found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds that are currently being offered.
Taking advantage of the edges seen here at Stats Insider is one of the keys to being profitable over the long run.
And while Shapovalov is more likely to win the first set on this occassion, our recommended bet of Cilic ($1.90) is based on the likelihood of that happening, per our model, and the betting odds currently available.
Shapovalov vs Cilic: Prediction
Stats Insider provides full betting coverage of the Denis Shapovalov vs Marin Cilic match at the 2026 Australian Open tournament, including data-driven predictions and live scorestips.
Remember, our model updates regularly, so keep checking this page for the latest betting analysis before the Shapovalov-Cilic match in the 2026 Australian Open.
As always, see Stats Insider's Best Bets for betting tips on every tennis match, as well as predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Shapovalov vs Cilic: 2026 Australian Open Essential Details
The 2026 Australian Open match between Denis Shapovalov and Marin Cilic is scheduled to start at 5:30pm AEDT.
- Match: Denis Shapovalov vs Marin Cilic
- Date: Thursday 22 January 2026
- Approx. Time: 5:30pm AEDT
- Event: 2026 Australian Open, Men's Singles
- Round: Second round
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our Denis Shapovalov vs Marin Cilic predictions are based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of skilled data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our tennis tips are trustworthy and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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