Australian Open 2025 HIGHLIGHTS: Djokovic wins 4-set tie against Basavareddy to start campaign
This year's Australian Open holds special significance for Djokovic, as whispers of retirement have started to grow. It could be his final appearance at a venue where he has enjoyed so much success.
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Novak Djokovic started off his Australian Open 2025 campaign with a brilliant win against USA's Nishesh Basavareddy, who couldn't hold the momentum after winning the first set off the Serbian.
Coming back from a set behind, Djokovic regained composure and showed his class all over the Rod Laver Arena. He won the match 4-6, 6-3, 6-4, 6-2 and looked better with every passing set on the day.
Nishesh tried his best with some well fought games against the Serb but failed to match his intensity in the latter half of the game.
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This year's Australian Open holds special significance for Djokovic, as whispers of retirement have started to grow. It could be his final appearance at a venue where he has enjoyed so much success. A victory in Melbourne would not only secure his 100th career title but also extend his Grand Slam record with a 25th major win.
Who is Nishesh Basavareddy?
| Novak Djokovic previous results in Australian Open | ||
| Year | Singles | Doubles |
| 2005 | First Round | - |
| 2006 | First Round | First Round |
| 2007 | Fourth Round | First Round |
| 2008 | Winner | - |
| 2009 | Quarterfinals | - |
| 2010 | Quarterfinals | - |
| 2011 | Winner | - |
| 2012 | Winner | - |
| 2013 | Winner | - |
| 2014 | Winner | - |
| 2015 | Winner | - |
| 2016 | Winner | - |
| 2017 | Quarterfinals | - |
| 2018 | Second Round | - |
| 2019 | Winner | - |
| 2020 | Winner | - |
| 2021 | Winner | - |
| 2022 | - | - |
| 2023 | Winner | - |
| 2024 | Semi finals | |
At just 19 years old, Basavareddy, who has Indian roots, is considered one of the brightest young prospects in tennis. The two players are set to meet on Sunday, January 12, although the exact start time for the match has yet to be confirmed.
As Djokovic continues to chase history, the first round match promises to be an exciting encounter, with Basavareddy looking to make a statement on one of the sport's biggest stages. For Djokovic, this could be another chapter in a legendary career at the Australian Open.
Australian Open 2025 Novak Djokovic vs Nishesh Basavareddy live telecast and streaming details
Where to watch Novak Djokovic's Australian Open 2025 1st round tie live in India?
In India, the live broadcast of Novak Djokovic's Australian Open 2025 1st round match on January 13 will be available on the Sony Sports Network.
Where to watch live streaming of Novak Djokovic's Australian Open 2025 1st round tie live in India?
The live streaming of Novak Djokovic's Australian Open 2025 1st round match on January 13 can be accessed through the Sony LIV app and website in India.
4:47 PM
Australian Open 2025 LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Novak through to the next round!
Good effort by Nishesh but the Serbian has managed to win the 4-set tie in the end quite comfortably in the end. Djokovic marches on in hope of his 11th Australian Open title this year. His 100th career title as well.
Final score: Djokovic wins 4-6, 6-3, 6-4, 6-2
Final score: Djokovic wins 4-6, 6-3, 6-4, 6-2
4:42 PM
Australian Open 2025 LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Nishesh making Djoker wait!
Nishesh makes Djokovic wait as he makes it 6-2 in the 4th set. The crowd waiting for that winning celebration from the Serb now.
4th set: Djokovic 5-2 Nishesh
4th set: Djokovic 5-2 Nishesh
4:35 PM
Australian Open 2025 LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Djokovic cruises to 5-1!
Another dominant game by the Serb to make it 5-1 now. He is just one game away from his first win of the campiagn now.
4:33 PM
Australian Open 2025 LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Djokovic takes the break again!
It's all smooth sailing for Novak now as he takes a 4-1 lead in the 4th set. Nishesh tried to win this game but failed to get over the line after taking away two game points from Djokovic.
4th set: Djokovic 4-1 Nishesh
4th set: Djokovic 4-1 Nishesh
4:27 PM
Australian Open 2025 LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Djokovic makes it 3-1
Djokovic makes it 3-1 now with Nishesh failing to get that final point to take a break in the set.
4th set: Djokovic 3-1 Nishesh
4th set: Djokovic 3-1 Nishesh
4:21 PM
Australian Open 2025 LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Nishesh makes it 2-1!
Nishesh makes it 2-1 as he tries to avoid a landslide defeat in this set.
4th set: Djokovic 2-1 Nishesh
4th set: Djokovic 2-1 Nishesh
4:17 PM
Australian Open 2025 LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Djokovic leading 2-0!
Djokovic leads 2-0 in the 4th set now with victory coming closer for the Serb.
4th set: Djokovic 2-0 Nishesh
4th set: Djokovic 2-0 Nishesh
4:13 PM
Australian Open 2025 LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Djokovic starts well again!
Another good start to the 4th set by the Serb as he takes the 1st game.
4th set: Djokovic 1-0 Nishesh
4th set: Djokovic 1-0 Nishesh
4:03 PM
Australian Open 2025 LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Djokovic bags the 3rd set too!
Another set victory for the Djoker who now leads the match 2-1 and is just 1 set away from the match. Nishesh tried his best to close in but failed to match the intensity of the champ.
3rd set: Djokovic 6-4 Nishesh (2-1 overall)
3rd set: Djokovic 6-4 Nishesh (2-1 overall)
3:57 PM
Australian Open 2025 LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Nishesh makes it 5-4!
Nishesh takes the set into the 10th game after making it 5-4. Djokovic will now serve for the set!
3rd set: Djokovic 5-4 Nishesh
3rd set: Djokovic 5-4 Nishesh
3:55 PM
Australian Open 2025 LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Djokovic one game away from the 3rd set now!
Djokovic wins the next game swiftly to make it 5-3 and is now just one game away from bagging the set.
3rd set: Djokovic 5-3 Nishesh
3rd set: Djokovic 5-3 Nishesh
3:52 PM
Australian Open 2025 LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Nishesh makes it 4-3!
Another game won by Nishesh as he backs his serve to do the job for him.
3rd set: Djokovic 4-3 Nishesh
3rd set: Djokovic 4-3 Nishesh
3:48 PM
Australian Open 2025 LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Djokovic makes it 4-2!
Another good game bagged by Djokovic as he makes it 4-2 in the 3rd set now.
3rd set: Djokovic 4-2 Nishesh
3rd set: Djokovic 4-2 Nishesh
3:44 PM
Australian Open 2025 LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Nishesh wins the 5th game!
Nishesh has made it 3-2 in the 3rd set with hopes of getting that break himself now. However, Djokovic is looking like the superior player of the two with the gap in quality showing in between games.
3:39 PM
Australian Open 2025 LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Djokovic makes it 3-1!
Djokovic makes it 3-1 in the 3rd set after dropping just one point in the game. The game shave become shorter with Nishesh visibly feeling the intensity of the match now.
3rd set: Djokovic 3-1 Nishesh
3rd set: Djokovic 3-1 Nishesh
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First Published: Jan 13 2025 | 1:03 PM IST
