Marin Cilic vs Casper Ruud Prediction - 2026 Australian Open
Last updated: Jan 22, 2026, 10:31PM | Published: Jan 22, 2026, 3:53PM
Marin Cilic will sqaure off with Casper Ruud in the third round of the 2026 Australian Open on Saturday.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Cilic vs Ruud match, along with the latest betting odds in Australia.
Who Will Win?
Using trusted machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Saturday's Cilic-Ruud men's singles match 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model gives Ruud a 67% chance of beating Cilic in the 2026 Australian Open.
Cilic vs Ruud: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Saturday's 2026 Australian Open match between Cilic and Ruud are listed below:
- Head to Head: Cilic $3.00, Ruud $1.40
- First Set: Cilic $2.50, Ruud $1.53
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, TAB currently has Cilic at $3.00 and Ruud at $1.40.
TAB currently has odds for Cilic to win the first set at $2.50 and odds for Ruud to win the first set at $1.53.
Cilic vs Ruud: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Cilic at $3.00 with TAB
- First Set: Ruud at $1.83 with TAB (56% probability)
Today's Marin Cilic vs Casper Ruud betting tips are based on world-class simulations and betting expertise to provide you with the best possible advice around the clock.
Although our predictive analytics model indicates that Ruud is more likely to win the match, betting on Cilic to win is our preferred option because of the edge we found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds that are currently being offered.
Taking advantage of the edges seen on Stats Insider is pivotal to being a profitable bettor over the long run.
And while Ruud is more likely to win the first set on this occassion, our recommended bet of Ruud ($1.83) is based on the expectation of that happening, per our model, and the betting odds currently available.
Cilic vs Ruud: Prediction
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Marin Cilic vs Casper Ruud match at the 2026 Australian Open tournament, including data-driven predictions and expert tips.
Our model updates frequently, so bookmark this article for the latest betting tips before the Cilic-Ruud match in the 2026 Australian Open.
As always, see our Best Bets for betting tips for every tennis match, as well as predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Cilic vs Ruud: 2026 Australian Open Essential Details
The 2026 Australian Open match between Marin Cilic and Casper Ruud is scheduled to commence at 11:00am AEDT.
- Match: Marin Cilic vs Casper Ruud
- Date: Saturday 24 January 2026
- Approx. Time: 11:00am AEDT
- Event: 2026 Australian Open, Men's Singles
- Round: Third round
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our Marin Cilic vs Casper Ruud predictions have been made after running 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of experienced data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our tennis tips are accurate and reliable, so that you can make informed decisions with confidence.
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