Battle of Sexes 2025: Full schedule, timings, fixtures, results, live streaming details

The 2025 year will end with a blockbuster contest between Aryna Sabalenka and Nick Kyrgios.

The Battle of Sexes 2025 between Aryna Sabalenka and Nick Kyrgios revives one of tennis’s most iconic concepts over 50 years after Billie Jean King’s landmark 1973 victory over Bobby Riggs.

At that time, the match drew 90 million viewers and symbolized gender equality in sport. That Houston Astrodome clash saw King dominate Riggs 6-4, 6-3, 6-3, proving women’s prowess amid chauvinistic taunts.

Earlier in 1973, Riggs beat Margaret Court, while a 1992 exhibition featured Jimmy Connors defeating Martina Navratilova under hybrid rules. Sporadic mixed exhibitions followed, but none captured the cultural zeitgeist until now.

On December 28, 2025, at Dubai’s Coca-Cola Arena, women’s World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka faces Australian showman Nick Kyrgios in this modern rendition, blending entertainment with competitive intrigue.

Sabalenka, fresh off her fourth Grand Slam at the 2025 US Open and a season of 59 wins, brings thunderous power, her forehand often exceeding 80 mph. The 27-year-old Belarusian, known for emotional intensity and resilience, has vowed to “kick ass” and showcase women’s tennis strength.

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Kyrgios, 30, returns from injury-limited play (just five matches in 2025), ranked around 670 but armed with one of the tour’s most feared serves and trick-shot arsenal, including signature underarms.

The 2022 Wimbledon finalist thrives on spectacle, promising a “show” while boldly claiming victory without full effort, thereby sparking debate.

To level the physical disparities, organizers introduced innovative rules: best-of-three sets with a 10-point tiebreak for a decider; both players limited to one serve, and Sabalenka’s court side reduced by 9% to account for average movement-speed differences.

This Dubai showdown, blends nostalgia with contemporary flair, potentially drawing massive global attention. Whether Sabalenka’s dominance prevails or Kyrgios’s flair steals the night, it promises explosive rallies, trash talk, and a fresh chapter in tennis lore.

When is Aryna Sabalenka vs Nick Kyrgios Battle of Sexes 2025 scheduled to start?

The Battle of the Sexes 2025 is a high-profile exhibition tennis match scheduled for Sunday, December 28, 2025, at approximately 7:45 PM local time (9:15 PM IST / 3:45 PM GMT / 10:45 AM EST).

Where will Aryna Sabalenka vs Nick Kyrgios Battle of Sexes 2025 take place?

The Battle of Sexes 2025 will take place at the Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Battle of Sexes 2025 lineup

• Aryna Sabalenka vs Nick Kyrgios

Where and how to watch live telecast and live streaming of Battle of Sexes 2025?

The Sony LIV app will serve as the primary platform for Indian fans to watch the 2025 Battle of the Sexes live.

Tennis fans in the USA, can watch this highly anticipated match on the Tennis Channel App. The match will be broadcast live and free on BBC One starting from 3:45 PM GMT, with commentary. It is also available to stream live on BBC iPlayer (free with a UK TV license).

Battle of Sexes 2025 full schedule, fixtures, results, and match timings (in IST)

Aryna Sabalenka vs Nick Kyrgios

• Time: 7:45 PM local time (9:15 PM IST / 3:45 PM GMT / 10:45 AM EST).
• Venue: Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

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