India, Oct. 22 -- Elena Rybakina begins her title defence at the 2026 Ningbo Open with a second-round clash against Polina Kudermetova on Thursday, October 22. The top seed received a first-round bye and will look to make a strong start as the WTA Tour's Asian swing approaches its conclusion.

Rybakina arrives in Ningbo as the defending champion and one of the leading contenders for the WTA 500 title. Kudermetova, meanwhile, has an opportunity to make a statement against one of the toughest players on the women's tour. With a place in the quarter-finals at stake, both players will be eager to find their rhythm on the outdoor hard courts.

Elena Rybakina vs Polina Kudermetova Match Details

Elena Rybakina vs Polina Kudermetova Head-To-Head...