Oksana Selekhmeteva vs Paula Badosa Prediction - Australian Open 2026
Last updated: Jan 22, 2026, 12:08AM | Published: Jan 20, 2026, 12:15AM
Oksana Selekhmeteva will face Paula Badosa in the second round of the Australian Open Women's Singles 2026 on Thursday.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Selekhmeteva vs Badosa match, as well as the latest betting odds in Australia.
Who Will Win?
Using advanced computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Thursday's Selekhmeteva-Badosa women's singles match 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model currently gives Badosa a 76% chance of beating Selekhmeteva in the Australian Open Women's Singles 2026.
Selekhmeteva vs Badosa: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Thursday's Australian Open 2026 match between Selekhmeteva and Badosa are listed below:
- Head to Head: Selekhmeteva $4.00, Badosa $1.25
- First Set: Selekhmeteva $3.20, Badosa $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 Selekhmeteva at $4.00 and Badosa at $1.25.
TAB currently has odds for Selekhmeteva to win the first set at $3.20 and odds for Badosa to win the first set at $1.36.
Selekhmeteva vs Badosa: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Selekhmeteva at $4.00 with TAB
- First Set: Badosa at $1.83 with TAB (52% probability)
Stats Insider's Oksana Selekhmeteva vs Paula Badosa best bets are based on market-leading modelling and gambling intelligence to help you place smarter bets with your chosen online bookie.
Although our predictive analytics model indicates that Badosa is more likely to win the match, taking Selekhmeteva 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.
Using the edges published on Stats Insider is pivotal to achieving long-term profitability.
And while Badosa is more likely to win the first set on this occassion, our suggested bet of Badosa ($1.83) is based on the likelihood of that happening, per our model, and the betting odds currently available.
Selekhmeteva vs Badosa: Prediction
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Oksana Selekhmeteva vs Paula Badosa match at the Australian Open 2026 tournament, including data-driven predictions and expert tips.
Our model updates frequently, so refresh this article for the latest betting predictions before the Selekhmeteva-Badosa match in the Australian Open Women's Singles 2026.
As always, see our Best Bets for betting tips for every tennis match, as well as predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Selekhmeteva vs Badosa: Australian Open 2026 Essential Details
The Australian Open 2026 match between Oksana Selekhmeteva and Paula Badosa is scheduled to begin at 11:00am AEDT.
- Match: Oksana Selekhmeteva vs Paula Badosa
- Date: Thursday 22 January 2026
- Approx. Time: 11:00am AEDT
- Event: Australian Open Women's Singles 2026
- Round: Second round
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our Oksana Selekhmeteva vs Paula Badosa predictions are based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of experienced data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge 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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