Tikhonova is ranked WTA: 245., and Gasanova is ranked WTA: 191..
Each of the two players is seeking greater consistency after recent ups and downs.
Gasanova may face physical fatigue compared to their opponent, having played more matches in recent days.
Gasanova carries the favorite tag into this contest.
In the last 3 head-to-head meetings, Tikhonova has recorded 2 wins, 0 draws, and 1 loss, with a goal aggregate of 5:2 (averaging 1.7:0.7 goals per game).