Joint vs Kenin Adelaide Prediction 1/12/2026 Today’s Tennis Picks

Maya Joint and Sofia Kenin clash in the first round of the WTA Adelaide International on Tuesday, January 13. Here’s our Maya Joint vs Sofia Kenin prediction. This preview will also include a Maya Joint vs Sofia Kenin pick.

Maya Joint vs Sofia Kenin Preview

Maya Joint began her 2026 season representing Australia at the United Cup. She missed the first tie of the tournament because of illness, but quickly recovered to play against Czechia. The 19-year-old came up short as she fell to two-time Grand Slam champion Barbora Krejcikova 6-4, 6-1.

There were no regrets from Australia’s team captain in terms of selection as they went on to win the tie and qualify for the quarterfinals. Joint was tasked to face Iga Swiatek and her second singles match resulted in another routine defeat. The youngster will be determined to get off the mark in Adelaide, where she is making her main draw debut. She shone when she played in Hobart at this time last year, making the semifinals and going on to enjoy a fabulous season.

Sofia Kenin is a former Australian Open champion and the 27-year-old knows a thing or two about excelling in this part of the continent. This will be Kenin’s third appearance in Adelaide, where she reached the quarterfinals on her last visit back in 2022.

Kenin’s 2026 campaign began in Brisbane, where she beat Elena Gabriela Ruse in the first round. But the American was overpowered by Ekaterina Alexandrova in straight sets in the second round. Like Joint, Kenin opted to play in Adelaide instead of Hobart, where she reached the last eight 12 months ago.

Maya Joint vs Sofia Kenin Head-To-Head

Joint enjoys a 2-0 head-to-head record against Kenin. Both meetings took place in the 2025 season and on hard courts. Joint won each of the two matches in straight sets.

Maya Joint vs Sofia Kenin Prediction

I’m all in on Joint in this one. It’s a spot worth backing, assuming she’s fully recovered from the virus that struck her at the United Cup. Yes, Kenin has a Grand Slam pedigree, but her level fluctuates wildly and Joint is comfortable dictating against big names.

Nur Said's Pick: Maya Joint in straight sets