Alexander Zverev vs Tallon Griekspoor prediction, betting tips & odds, head-to-head, preview: Indian Wells Open 2025

Alexander Zverev is the top seed in the absence of Sinner.

World No. #2 Alexander Zverev will enter Indian Wells Open 2025 as the highest-ranked player in the absence of Jannik Sinner, who will miss the event due to his ongoing three-month suspension. The German kicked off the Australian Open with a third final appearance at a Grand Slam but failed to cross the line.

After the heart-breaking loss in the final, Zverev suffered consecutive setbacks in Argentina, Rio and Mexico respectively. Despite being the highest-seeded player on tour for all these events, the 27-year-old failed to secure more than two wins in any tournament.

In many ways, the German gifted away a golden opportunity to close the gap between him and Jannik Sinner for the World No. #1 spot. The Indian Wells provides yet another opportunity to gain some crucial points and form for Zverev, who is yet to win a title in 2025.

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Match details

• Tournament: Indian Wells Open 2025
• Stage: Second-round
• Date: March 8 (Saturday)
• Time: 12:30 AM IST
• Venue: Indian Wells Tennis Garden, California, USA
• Surface: Hard Court (outdoor)

Preview

The top seed, Alexander Zverev begins his campaign at the Tennis Paradise against Tallon Griekspoor. The Dutch defeated Miomir Kecmanović in his first round, coming back from a set down to win the clash. The Indian Wells second round marks their eighth battle, with Zverev dominating this rivalry comfortably.

The duo met last year at this very venue and the German emerged victorious in straight sets. But recent form hasn’t been the greatest for Zverev, while Griekspoor reached the semi-finals of the Dubai Championships before losing to eventual champion Stefanos Tsitsipas.

Despite being a second-round clash, this promises to be an exciting one between two highly talented players, expected to showcase a thrilling display of tennis.

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Form

Alexander Zverev: L-W-L-W-W

Tallon Griekspoor: W-L-W-W-W

Head-to-Head

Matches – 7

Alexander Zverev – 6

Tallon Griekspoor – 1

Zverev holds a dominant 6-1 lead in their head-to-head record. Their most recent clash took place in the second round of the Paris Masters, where the German secured a 7-6(2), 6-3 victory. Interestingly, the duo faced off in the round of 32 last year at this venue, with Zverev triumphing in straight sets.

Stats

Alexander Zverev

• Zverev leads the head-to-head battle 6-1 against Griekspoor
• Zverev is 10-4 in win-loss records in 2025 so far
• Zverev reached the quarter-finals at Indian Wells 2024

Tallon Griekspoor

• Griekspoor trails the head-to-head battle 1-6 against Zverev
• Griekspoor is 7-5 in win-loss records in 2025 so far
• Griekspoor reached the third round at Indian Wells 2024

Betting tips and odds

• Moneyline: Zverev -330, Griekspoor +285
• Spread: Zverev -3.5 (1.87), Griekspoor +3.5 (1.83)
• Total sets: Over 22.5 (+1.83), Under 22.5 (-1.95)

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Prediction

Tallon Griekspoor is a player not to be taken lightly and Zverev would be aware of the same. The Dutch knocked out top seed Daniil Medvedev from the Dubai Open, defending four match points on his path to victory in the quarterfinals. Griekspoor’s resilience and composure under pressure was commendable and he would be hoping to produce yet another upset.

Despite poor recent form though, Zverev is expected to win this contest. The German would bank on his big serves and blazing forehands, with a need to be consistent on his winners which will give him the much-needed confidence as he aims to bid for a maiden title at the desert.

Prediction: Alexander Zverev will win in three sets.

Where and how to watch the live streaming and TV broadcast of Alexander Zverev vs Tallon Griekspoor, second-round match at Indian Wells Open 2025?

Sony Network will cover the Indian Wells Open in India, complemented by its streaming service, SonyLiv. Viewers in the United Kingdom can tune in to Sky UK for live coverage of the Indian Wells tournament. Tennis Channel offers live streaming of the ATP-1000 event within the United States.

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