Amanda Anisimova vs. Jessica Pegula Prediction, Odds and Best Bets (WTA Dubai Tennis Championships 2026, Semifinal, February 20)

No. 2 seed Amanda Anisimova will part-take in a blockbuster semifinal battle against No. 4 seed Jessica Pegula at the 2026 Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships on Friday. Currently the two best American players in the world, Anisimova and Pegula, had faced one another in the recently concluded Australian Open. Whether or not the 24-year-old powerhouse can exact revenge for her loss remains to be seen. The winner of this highly exciting contest in Dubai will face either Coco Gauff or Elina Svitolina in the grand final.

Amanda Anisimova took a break from tennis three years ago, and roared back to form in 2025. A two-time Grand Slam finalist with a win-loss record of 7-3 this year, the World No. 6 has beaten some of the best players in the world. She has four singles trophies under her belt – including two WTA-1000s. On the other hand, Jessica Pegula has won three titles each at all the tour-level competitions. The 31-year-old reached the US Open final in 2024 and also peaked at No. 1 in the world in women’s doubles. This is set to be Pegula’s third consecutive semifinal appearance in as many tournaments in 2026.

According to the tennis betting odds, Jessica Pegula is the favorite to win this match with pre-match odds of -137 on FanDuel. Subsequently, Amanda Anisimova is the underdog on the moneyline with her odds of +114 according to FanDuel. Here’s how we are betting on this all-American semifinal encounter at the WTA Dubai Tennis Championships 2026, including our best bets, supporting odds and a set-score prop for bigger prices.

• Tournament & Round: WTA Dubai Tennis Championships 2026, Semifinal
• Surface: Outdoor Hard Court
• Format: Women’s Singles, Best of Three Sets
• Date & Start Time: February 20, 
• Court: Center Court, Aviation Club Tennis Centre
• Best Bet: Total Sets >2.5 @ +132 as per FanDuel

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Amanda Anisimova vs Jessica Pegula Betting Odds

Given below are the latest odds for Jessica Pegula vs Amanda Anisimova from the top sportsbooks. We are looking at the match money line, game handicap and total games, plus some set betting markets where available.

Amanda Anisimova vs Jessica Pegula Predictions & Picks

Our Pick: Total Sets Over 2.5 at +132 Odds.

If we look at the past matches between Anisimova and Pegula, two out of their four encounters have gone to the deciding set. Their solidity from the baseline makes this a difficult match to predict, which is why it is likely that the total sets will be over the 2.5 mark. Despite being eliminated in the opening round here last year, Anisimova has shown her resilience with fighting wins over Tjen and Andreeva this week. While we are predicting Pegula to emerge victorious in three sets, do not count out the young gun.

Amanda Anisimova Recent Form

• Qatar Open 2026: Round of 32
• Australian Open 2026: Quarterfinal
• Brisbane International 2026: Round of 16

Jessica Pegula Recent Form

• Australian Open 2026: Semifinal
• Brisbane International 2026: Semifinal

Amanda Anisimova vs Jessica Pegula Head to Head Record

Jessica Pegula leads the head-to-head against Amanda Anisimova by 4-0. This includes three wins on hard courts prior to their semifinal duel at the 2026 Dubai Open.

How to Watch Amanda Anisimova vs Jessica Pegula at the WTA Dubai Tennis Championships 2026?

The WTA Dubai Tennis Championships 2026 can be streamed live on various platforms and channels, depending on which part of the world you are watching from. This includes Tennis Channel, WTA TV, TSN, DAZN, ESPN International, beIN Sports, Setanta Sports, Sky Sports and SuperSport.

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