Commonwealth Bank Tennis Classic Second Round

Bali, Indonesia – The quarterfinal line-up is slowly taking shape at the tennis betting lines currently underway.

Tennis Betting Line: Yung Jan Chan +190 Shuai Peng -275

Match Time: 03:00 AM Eastern Time Thursday September 11, 2008

Tennis Betting Verdict: No. 40 Shuai Peng of China leads the head-to-head series 1-0. The onetime Peng met No. 59 Yung-Jan Chan of Taipei was in the qualifying round of the Tier I event in Rome this year. Peng defeated Chan 6-3, 6-4. Owing to her triumph over Chan in Rome and because she is the ninth seed Peng enters this matchup as the favourite. In every other respect, this matchup is a tossup. It should be a derby and either player has a chance to advance. Peng has the better shot because of a proven track record but the 19-year-old Chan has the ability to surprise. After all, their last meeting was determined by a handful of points; she may be moved to even the score tomorrow. In terms of money plays, Chan holds better value.

Tennis Wagering Pick: Chan in straight sets

Tennis Betting Line: Flavia Pennetta -500 Anastasia Rodionova +300

Match Time: 03:00 AM Eastern Time Thursday September 11, 2008

Tennis Betting Verdict: No.77 Anastasia Rodionova is a volatile player and extremely unpredictable. A promising junior she never quite enjoyed the senior career her talent promised. Typically, she spends time contesting the lower circuit events and minor tournaments on the main circuits. Depending on the strength of the playing field in attendance, her results vary. Against top 20 players, her record does not bode well for her odds in this matchup. No.16 Flavia Pennetta has had a great season this year. She brings a 19-19 mark to Indonesia that includes two clay court titles and most recently a quarterfinal appearance at the US Open (l. to Dinara Safina). Pennetta is a player who brings a lot of game and most importantly confidence. She is not a player one would peg ripe for an upset (although anything can happen).

Tennis Gambling Pick: Pennetta in straight sets

Nila Amerova is a freelance sports writer and regular contributor to the BetUS.com Locker Room