Watch Rafael Nadal vs Andy Murray live at the Rod Laver Arena on January 26, 2010 19:30 start. This is a battle between two youngsters who are making waves at the top of the world of tennis.

Andy Murray vs Rafael Nadal

World no. 2 and defending Champion Nadal recently conquered Ivo Karlovic in 4 sets. The big-serving Croat, despite taking one set, was no match for the Spaniard, whose all around play is as dangerous as ever.

On the other hand, Andy Murray easily made it through against John Isner 7-6 (7/4), 6-3, 6-2. The Scot, who dropped to no. 5 in rankings at the end of 2009, is aiming to repeat his semifinals victory over Nadal during the 2008 US Open. Head to head, Murray has only won 2 in 9 encounters.

Results Prediction

These two are favorites to win the Australian Open Tennis 2010 Men’s singles. If Nadal is really back in full form after that injury of his, then this could spell the end for Murray in this Australian Open 2010. But we also know that Murray is capable of an upset, like what he did in 2008. Maybe, he needs more than luck to progress. If he indeed makes it past this round, there is another obstacle in Roger Federer. My prediction – Nadal winning in 5 sets.

Actual results

Murray was leading 6-3, 7-6, 3-0 when Nadal retires. Murray goes into the semis as he faces Marin Cilic next. Could it be a Federer vs Murray finals – a repeat of the 2008 US Open?

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