What is the "Battle of the Sexes" exhibition match between Aryna Sabalenka and Nick Kyrgios?

The "Battle of the Sexes" exhibition match will feature world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka playing against former Wimbledon finalist Nick Kyrgios in Dubai on December 28, 2025.

When and where will the Sabalenka vs. Kyrgios exhibition take place?

The Sabalenka vs. Kyrgios "Battle of the Sexes" exhibition match will be held on December 28, 2025 at the 17,000-seat Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai.

What are the unique rules for the Sabalenka vs. Kyrgios exhibition match?

For the exhibition, Kyrgios will only be allowed one serve and will be hitting toward a smaller side of the court, putting him at a disadvantage against the top-ranked Sabalenka.

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World No. 1 Sabalenka to Take on Wimbledon Finalist Kyrgios in Dubai "Battle of the Sexes"

4 Nov, 2025

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Summary

Top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka to play former Wimbledon finalist Nick Kyrgios in Dubai exhibition
Kyrgios to get only one serve and hit toward smaller court side
Sabalenka and Kyrgios also set to feature in separate New York exhibition matches

World No. 1 Sabalenka to Take on Wimbledon Finalist Kyrgios in Dubai "Battle of the Sexes"

On December 28, 2025, the world's top-ranked women's tennis player, Aryna Sabalenka, will take on former Wimbledon finalist Nick Kyrgios in a highly anticipated "Battle of the Sexes" exhibition match in Dubai. The match will be held at the 17,000-seat Coca-Cola Arena, and Kyrgios has predicted he will win easily despite having only one serve and hitting toward a smaller side of the court.

Earlier in the month, on December 8, both Sabalenka and Kyrgios will feature in separate exhibition matches in New York. Sabalenka will play Naomi Osaka, while Kyrgios will face Tommy Paul. These exhibitions are part of the players' preparations for the upcoming 2026 season.