Nick Kyrgios Vs Aryna Sabalenka LIVE Score, Battle Of The Sexes: Critics Attack Timing Of The Event
Critics have not welcomed the timing of the 'Battle of the Sexes' between Sabalenka and Kygrios.
“The only reason they are putting this on is because their management company has gone, ‘We’re going to make a bit of money here.’ But what is in this for women’s tennis?” six-time Grand Slam doubles champion Rennae Stubbs asked on her tennis podcast.
In the original 1973 “Battle of the Sexes”, tennis player Billie Jean King beat then-55-year-old former Grand Slam champion Bobby Riggs, who had maintained that women’s tennis was inferior to the men’s game.
Nick Kyrgios Vs Aryna Sabalenka LIVE Score, Battle Of The Sexes: Billie Jean King Talks Of 'The Original Battle'
Nick Kyrgios Vs Aryna Sabalenka LIVE Score, Battle Of The Sexes: Kyrgios Talks Nerves
“I think my chances are really high. I’m very confident in my ability,” Kyrgios said with a smile during the World Tennis League exhibition tournament in the Indian city of Bengaluru on Wednesday.
“It’s going to be fun, but also I’m a bit nervous. I like doing things that are outside the box. Honestly, not many males in my position would have done that and taken the opportunity.”
Nick Kyrgios Vs Aryna Sabalenka LIVE Score, Battle Of The Sexes: Sabalenka Relishes 'Challenge'
“This event is really unpredictable, and I don’t know what to expect,” Sabalenka told reporters on Saturday.
“That’s what I love because this is the feeling you chase when you play sport, these unpredictable situations, and I love to challenge myself. For me, it’s a huge challenge, especially playing Nick, the guy who’s unpredictable and crazy.
“That’s great training for me, and that’s a great message to the girls out there. I hope they’re going to watch, and they’re going to see how strong and tough I am to have the guts to challenge myself to play against the guy.”
Nick Kyrgios Vs Aryna Sabalenka LIVE Score, Battle Of The Sexes: Live Streaming Info
When will the Nick Kyrgios vs Aryna Sabalenka ‘Battle of the Sexes’ clash start?
The Nick Kyrgios vs Aryna Sabalenka ‘Battle of the Sexes’ clash will start at 9:15 PM IST (7:45 PM local time) on Sunday, December 28 at the Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai.
Where to watch Nick Kyrgios vs Aryna Sabalenka ‘Battle of the Sexes’ clash in India?
The Nick Kyrgios vs Aryna Sabalenka ‘Battle of the Sexes’ clash will be telecast on the Sony Sports 5, Sony Sports 5 HD channels. The match will also be available for live streaming on the Sony Liv app and website.
