Aryna Sabalenka vs Nick Kyrgios: ‘Battle of the Sexes’ Tennis Match in Dubai
On 28 December 2025, world No.1 Aryna Sabalenka will face Australian star and 2022 Wimbledon men's finalist Nick Kyrgios in a special exhibition tennis match at Dubai’s Coca-Cola Arena. This event revives the legendary "Battle of the Sexes" concept first popularized over 50 years ago by Billie Jean King and Bobby Riggs.
Event Background
The original "Battle of the Sexes" in 1973 saw Billie Jean King defeat Bobby Riggs before a global audience of 90 million, marking a historic moment for gender equality in sports. The upcoming match in Dubai, organised by the pair’s shared management agency Evolve, will be the first of its kind in more than 30 years.
Sabalenka said she’s “ready to bring [her] A-game,” while Kyrgios vowed to “entertain” in a modern revival of tennis’s most famous gender face-off.
Player Profiles
- Aryna Sabalenka, 27, comes into the match in strong form, having recently secured back-to-back women’s singles US Open titles and a Madrid Open victory.
- Nick Kyrgios, 30, finalist at Wimbledon 2022, is currently ranked 650th after an 18-month hiatus due to a wrist injury. Despite limited play this year, he remains one of the sport’s most captivating personalities.
Match Details
Specifics about the match format have not yet been finalized. Organisers are reportedly considering implementing serving limits and modifying court dimensions to enhance the exhibition experience.
This high-profile match aims to celebrate tennis history while showcasing the dynamic talents and charisma of both players.
“Ready to bring [her] A-game.” – Aryna Sabalenka
“Vowed to ‘entertain’ in a modern revival.” – Nick Kyrgios
Author’s summary: The December 2025 Dubai tennis exhibition between Sabalenka and Kyrgios revives a legendary gender-equality showdown, promising thrilling entertainment with fresh twists on the format.
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