Italy vs Netherlands prediction, lineups betting tips & odds, head-to-head, preview: Davis Cup 2024 Finals

The Dutch find themselves in uncharted territory with a first-ever title round appearance in the Davis Cup.

The Dutch and the Italians pulled off a coup in their respective semi-finals at the Davis Cup 2024 Finals, defeating Germany and Australia, respectively, in convincing fashion. Netherlands overcame Germany 2-0 to make their first final in the event’s 104-year history.

The Italians ended Australia’s hopes of making the final with a 2-0 win, becoming the first country since Czechia (2012-13) to make back-to-back Davis Cup finals. 

Netherlands have the status of first-time finalists at the Davis Cup after crossing the semi-final hurdle. The Dutch took out Spain and Germany in the quarters and semis, two teams that share nine titles. Spain has six, and Germany owns three in the Davis Cup.

Botic Van De Zandschulp and Tallon Griekspoor stood up and delivered when it mattered most, powering the Dutch into their first-ever finals. Zandschulp and Griekspoor overcame Daniel Altmaier and Jan-Lennard Struff in hard-fought singles matches lasting three sets to whitewash Germany 2-0. 

The Italians opened with a win when Matteo Berrettini took on Thanasi Kokkinakis to deliver a win across three hard-fought sets. Berrettini climbed back from the loss of the opening set tie-break to give Italy a 1-0 lead.

Jannik Sinner then completed the formalities against Alex de Minaur with straight sets win to go up 9-0 in his head-to-head against the Australian. Team Italy’s 2-0 win against the Australians came after surviving a scare against Argentina when Lorenzo Musetti lost the first match to Francisco Cerundolo.

Also Read: List of all Davis Cup winners and runners-up in history

Match details

Tournament: Davis Cup Finals 2024

Round: Finals

Date: November 24

Venue: Palacio Deportes Martin Carpena, Malaga, Spain

Surface: Hard Court (Indoor)

Preview

Italy and the Netherlands dominated their rivals in the semi-finals to remain the last two teams standing. They will vie for the Davis Cup trophy in Sunday’s final. History beckons both sides – Italy will aim to become the first two-time champions since Czechia (2012-12) and win their third title in the event’s history.

The Dutch will have their first Davis Cup trophy in their sights, having made the finals for the first time since making their debut in 1920.

Botic Van De Zandschulp and Jannik Sinner head into a possible showdown with two straight wins this week. Sinner defeated Sebastian Baez and Alex de Minaur, losing just 10 games across the two matches. Zandschulp took on Rafael Nadal and Daniel Altmaier to hand the Dutch squad a shot at the big prize.

Italy vs Netherlands Lineups

• Match 1: Matteo Berrettini vs Botic van de Zandschulp
• Match 2: Jannik Sinner vs Tallon Griekspoor
• Match 3: Simone Bolelli/Andrea Vavassori vs Wesley Koolhof vs Botic van de Zandschulp

Form

Italy: L-W-W-W-W

Netherlands: W-L-W-W-W

Head-to-head record

Matches: 10

Italy: 9

Netherlands:1

Stats

Italy

• Italy will play their ninth Davis Cup final
• Italy have won four of their five previous matches
• Italy are the first back-to-back finalists since Czechia

Netherlands

• The Netherlands are to play their first Davis Cup final
• The Netherlands have emerged victorious in four of their last five matches
• The Netherlands defeated three-time champions Germany in the semi-finals

Italy vs Netherlands Betting tips and odds

• Moneyline: Italy -800, Netherlands +500

Also Read: List of countries with longest gap between two Davis Cup titles

Match Prediction

Italy extended their superiority over team Australia, beating them 2-0 in the second consecutive edition of the Davis Cup. In the 2023 season, the Italians ended Australian hopes of a title with a 2-0 win for their first Davis Cup trophy since 1976.

With Sinner at the helm, the Italians will go all out in their attempt to retain their Davis Cup trophy for only the third time in event history. Team Italy will be up against an inspired Netherlands, who vanquished Davis Cup heavyweights Spain in the quarterfinals and followed it up by a whitewash of three-time champions Germany in the last four.

World No. #1 Jannik Sinner has been the man to beat all season long, whose stellar form has accompanied him to Malaga as well. Sinner boasts positive head-to-head records against both the Dutch singles players – Botic Van De Zandschulp (2-0) and Tallon Griekspoor (5-0). Sinner, who recently won the ATP Finals in Turin, should have little trouble winning his allotted singles encounter

Also Read: How many titles has Jannik Sinner won this year?

Should Italy falter in one of their singles matches, they may face an uphill battle in the doubles fixture. Simone Bolelli and Andrea Vavassori could find Wesley Koolhof and Botic Van De Zandschulp a formidable obstacle should their paths cross. Bolelli and Vavassori were to play in the doubles against Australia in the semis if needed.  

Result: Netherlands to take the win 2-1.

Where and how to watch live streaming and TV broadcast of Italy vs Netherlands championship match in Davis Cup 2024 Finals?

The climax to the Davis Cup 2024 Finals can be viewed in India live on the Sony Sports network, including the SonyLiv streaming service. Viewers in the UK can watch live action unfold on BBC Sports and the Tennis Channel, while American viewers can watch it exclusively on the Tennis Channel.

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