Nikoloz Basilashvili vs Ben Shelton Prediction - ATP Italian Open 2026
Last updated: May 9, 2026, 3:04PM | Published: May 7, 2026, 8:14PM
Nikoloz Basilashvili will take on Ben Shelton in the round of 64 at the 2026 ATP Italian Open tournament on Sunday.
This article features Stats Insider's best betting tips for the Basilashvili vs Shelton match, as well as the latest betting odds in Australia.
Who Will Win?
Using trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Sunday's Basilashvili-Shelton men's singles match 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model currently gives Shelton a 76% chance of defeating Basilashvili at the ATP Italian Open tournament.
Basilashvili vs Shelton: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Sunday's ATP Italian Open match between Basilashvili and Shelton are shown below:
- Head to Head: Basilashvili $4.00, Shelton $1.25
- First Set: Basilashvili $3.20, Shelton $1.36
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, TAB currently has Basilashvili at $4.00 and Shelton at $1.25.
TAB currently has odds for Basilashvili to win the first set at $3.20 and odds for Shelton to win the first set at $1.36.
Basilashvili vs Shelton: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Basilashvili at $4.00 with TAB
- First Set: Shelton at $2.00 with TAB (50% probability)
Stats Insider's Nikoloz Basilashvili vs Ben Shelton predictions are based on complex modelling and gambling intelligence to help you place more informed bets with your chosen online bookie.
Even though our predictive analytics model suggests that Shelton is more likely to win the match, taking Basilashvili to win is our preferred option due to the edge we found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds that are currently available.
Using the edges published on Stats Insider is crucial to achieving long-term profitability as a bettor.
And while Shelton is more likely to win the first set on this occassion, our recommended bet of Shelton ($2.00) is based on the expectation of that happening, per our model, and the betting odds currently available.
Basilashvili vs Shelton: Prediction
Stats Insider provides full betting coverage of the Nikoloz Basilashvili vs Ben Shelton match at the ATP Italian Open tournament, including data-driven predictions and live win probabilitiestips.
Remember, our model updates regularly, so bookmark this page for the latest betting tips before the Basilashvili-Shelton match at the ATP Italian Open event.
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Basilashvili vs Shelton: ATP Italian Open Essential Details
The 2026 ATP Italian Open match between Nikoloz Basilashvili and Ben Shelton is scheduled to begin at 1:10am AEST.
- Match: Nikoloz Basilashvili vs Ben Shelton
- Date: Sunday 10 May 2026
- Approx. Time: 1:10am AEST
- Event: ATP Rome, Italy Men's Singles 2026
- Round: Round of 64
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our Nikoloz Basilashvili vs Ben Shelton predictions are the result of 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, so that you can make informed decisions with confidence.
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