18.06.2026 • Updated: 18.06.2026
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Ka. Pliskova vs C. McNally Match result — 18.06.2026

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WTA - 130
Ka. Pliskova - C. McNally
WTA Nottingham 1/8-finals
June 18, 2026 12:40
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Tennis Head-to-Head and Recent Matches

Total games 2
H2H W-L 2-0-0
Avg sets per match 1.50
Last 5 W-L 2-0
Last 3 W-L 2-0
Current streak W2
Sets balance +3
Avg sets (last 5) 1.50
Sets range 1-2
3-set matches 0 (0%)
2-0 / 2-1 split 1/0 • 0/0
100% 2 Wins
0% 0 Draws
0% 0 Wins
Last 2 matches
Date
Match
Score
Tournament
Surface
18 Jun 2026
Ka. Pliskova - C. McNally
1:0 (6-4)
WTA Nottingham
31 Aug 2021
Ka. Pliskova - C. McNally
2:0 (6-3, 6-4)
US Open
Ka. Pliskova

Player Overview

Karolína Plíšková, a seasoned competitor with a career win percentage of 63%, has shown a resurgence in her form, winning 80% of her last ten matches. She stands tall at 184 cm and has demonstrated a powerful serve, reflected in her solid first serve win percentage. With a current two-year win rate of 63.6%, Plíšková is trending upwards, particularly on grass, where she holds an Elo rating of 1695.

Entering this match, Plíšková comes off a convincing 2-0 victory against Caty McNally, solidifying her position in Nottingham. Despite a recent loss to Donna Vekic in London, her overall performance suggests she can leverage her strong serve and experience to dictate play. Given her recent success at this venue, expectations are high for her to continue her winning ways.

Match results: Ka. Pliskova

18 Jun 2026 WTA Nottingham
Ka. Pliskova
C. McNally
1 0
6 4
W
16 Jun 2026 WTA Nottingham
S. Bejlek
Ka. Pliskova
1 2
6 2
2 6
W
16 Jun 2026 WTA Nottingham
E. Raducanu
Ka. Pliskova
0 0
L
15 Jun 2026 WTA Nottingham
I. Jovic
Ka. Pliskova
0 0
L
12 Jun 2026 WTA London
Ka. Pliskova
D. Vekic
1 2
4 6
6 4
3 6
L
10 Jun 2026 WTA London
V. Mboko
Ka. Pliskova
0 1
2 6
4 3
W
8 Jun 2026 WTA London
Ka. Pliskova
Mcclain Kessler
2 0
6 3
6 4
W
20 May 2026 WTA French Open
M. Bassols
Ka. Pliskova
2 0
6 3
6 2
L
19 May 2026 WTA French Open
Yeon Woo Ku
Ka. Pliskova
1 2
6 0
3 6
1 6
W
11 May 2026 WTA Rome
Ka. Pliskova
E. Rybakina
0 2
0 6
2 6
L
C. McNally

Player Overview

Caty McNally, currently holding a career win percentage of 57.9%, has shown flashes of potential but remains in search of consistency. At just 21 years old, she has a promising future and a solid two-year win ratio of 61.6%, though her recent matches reflect a stable form rather than an upward trajectory. Her Elo rating stands at 1621, suggesting a developing player still finding her footing on grass.

McNally faced a tough setback against Plíšková in their last encounter, losing 0-2, following a mixed bag of results in Nottingham. Despite a recent victory against Ana Ruzic, her inability to close out matches against tougher opponents raises questions. To advance in this tournament, she must find a way to elevate her game against established players like Plíšková.

Match results: C. McNally

18 Jun 2026 WTA Nottingham
Ka. Pliskova
C. McNally
1 0
6 4
L
16 Jun 2026 WTA Nottingham
C. McNally
A. Ruzic
2 0
6 3
6 0
W
13 Jun 2026 WTA Nottingham
C. McNally
M. Stojsavljevic
0 0
L
13 Jun 2026 WTA Hertogenbosch
C. McNally
A. Tomljanovic
0 2
4 6
4 6
L
12 Jun 2026 WTA Hertogenbosch
C. McNally
S. Sierra
2 0
6 4
6 3
W
10 Jun 2026 WTA Hertogenbosch
E. Navarro
C. McNally
1 2
6 4
0 6
4 6
W
27 May 2026 WTA French Open
C. McNally
B. Bencic
0 2
4 6
0 6
L
24 May 2026 WTA French Open
A. Tomljanovic
C. McNally
1 2
6 3
3 6
W
8 May 2026 WTA Rome
C. McNally
I. Swiatek
0 2
1 6
3 6
L
6 May 2026 WTA Rome
C. McNally
D. Kasatkina
2 0
6 2
6 3
W
Pliskova Dominates McNally in Nottingham Showdown

Ka. Pliskova secured a decisive victory over C. McNally, winning the match with a score of 1:0.

In the WTA Nottingham 1/8-finals, Pliskova showcased her prowess, winning the only set played 6-4. Throughout the match, she won a total of 6 games compared to McNally's 4, demonstrating her ability to capitalize on crucial moments.

Pliskova's performance was highlighted by her strong service game, where she held serve 9 times out of 16 attempts, while McNally managed to hold serve only 6 times from 17 attempts. The match featured 11 breaks won by Pliskova, indicating her aggressive return game.

Overall, Pliskova's ability to win 55% of her service points and 53% of her return points contributed significantly to her success, allowing her to dominate the match and advance to the next round.

Players Analysis

Karolina Pliskova has shown solid form recently, winning 8 of her last 10 matches, including a recent victory against Caty McNally. Pliskova's powerful serve and experience at high-stakes matches give her an edge. In contrast, Caty McNally has a mixed record, winning 6 of her last 10 matches, but has struggled against higher-ranked opponents.

Statistical Analysis & Influencing Factors

In their head-to-head encounters, Pliskova has won both matches against McNally, with scores of 2-0 in both instances. Pliskova's serve statistics are impressive, with an ace percentage of 9.3% and a double fault percentage of 5.2%. McNally, on the other hand, has a lower ace percentage of 2.5% and a higher double fault percentage of 6.0%. This disparity in serving ability could play a crucial role in the match outcome.

Ka. Pliskova — C. McNally Prediction

Given the recent form and head-to-head results, Karolina Pliskova is favored to win this match against Caty McNally. The prediction is for Pliskova to win in straight sets, likely with a score of 2-0. McNally will need to improve her serving to have any chance against Pliskova's powerful game.

  • Final score in sets: 2:0
  • Predicted winner of each set: Set 1 - Ka. Pliskova, Set 2 - Ka. Pliskova
  • Expected aces: 5
  • Double faults: 2
  • Break points: 3

Pliskova's ability to dominate on serve will be critical, and if she can maintain her first serve percentage above 60%, she should control the match tempo. McNally will need to capitalize on any break point opportunities to stay competitive.

3 Reasons Why Ka. Pliskova Will Win

  • Projected Sets Edge. The numeric forecast favors Ka. Pliskova 2:0 in sets, reflecting a confident path to the win.
  • Match Context Edge. A combination of form, experience and tournament context favors Ka. Pliskova.
  • Pressure Points. In recent matches, Ka. Pliskova has looked slightly sharper in deciding games and late-set scenarios than C. McNally, which can swing tight scorelines.
Match Prediction
18.06.2026 12:40 WTA Nottingham
Ka. Pliskova 2
C. McNally 0
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