Australian Open 2026 live streaming: Alcaraz vs Zverev in men's singles SF

In the first semifinal of the men’s singles at the Australian Open 2026, world number 1 Carlos Alcaraz (Spain) is taking on world number 3 Alexander Zverev (Germany) at the Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne today. The 22-year-old Alcaraz is just two wins away from becoming the youngest player to complete a career Grand Slam, and the German stands in his way as the Spaniard aims to take revenge for his 2024 Australian Open quarterfinal defeat.

 

Meanwhile, the 28-year-old Zverev has finished runner-up three times, including last year in Australia, when his campaign was overshadowed by court proceedings in Germany. In 2024, Alcaraz beat Zverev in the French Open final, after Zverev had defeated Alcaraz in the quarterfinals in Australia. 

 

Alcaraz vs Zverev live updates  1st set: 6-4 - Alcaraz won  2nd set: 5-5 - underway

Alcaraz finds his range, gets the crucial break at 4-4 and serves out the opener to claim it 6-4 over Zverev, who had previously held 31 consecutive service games in Melbourne.

 

The world No. 1 is still yet to drop a set this tournament.

   

Alcaraz vs Zverev: What players said before the first semifinal

 

Alcaraz said Zverev edged him in a recent practice match with a “high level of tennis” and “high level of intensity”.

 

“It was impressive, the level he's been playing so far, so it's going to be a great battle,” Alcaraz said. “I'm excited about playing him here at the AO in a semifinal. I know what I have to do. I will be well prepared, and if he wants to beat me, he has to sweat a lot!”

 

“In my case, I'm still chasing that desired Slam,” Zverev said. “Of course, I still want to achieve that, but I also want to enjoy my tennis. Right now, I'm doing that.”

 

Alcaraz vs Zverev head-to-head

• The head-to-head is evenly poised at 6–6, highlighting a well-matched rivalry.
• Alcaraz dominates on clay, while Zverev has the edge on indoor hard courts.
• Alcaraz holds a clear advantage in Grand Slam success, whereas both players are level on Masters titles.
• Zverev has spent more time on court, which could factor into physical endurance.

Alcaraz vs Zverev head-to-head results details
Year	Winner	Event	Round	Surface	Score
2025	Carlos Alcaraz	ATP Masters 1000 Cincinnati	Semifinal	Outdoor Hard	6–4, 6–3
2024	Alexander Zverev	Nitto ATP Finals	Round Robin	Indoor Hard	7–6(5), 6–4
2024	Carlos Alcaraz	Roland Garros	Final	Outdoor Clay	6–3, 2–6, 5–7, 6–1, 6–2
2024	Carlos Alcaraz	ATP Masters 1000 Indian Wells	Quarterfinal	Outdoor Hard	6–3, 6–1
2024	Alexander Zverev	Australian Open	Quarterfinal	Outdoor Hard	6–1, 6–3, 6–7(2), 6–4
2023	Alexander Zverev	Nitto ATP Finals	Round Robin	Indoor Hard	6–7(3), 6–3, 6–4
2023	Carlos Alcaraz	US Open	Quarterfinal	Outdoor Hard	6–3, 6–2, 6–4
2023	Carlos Alcaraz	ATP Masters 1000 Madrid	Round of 16	Outdoor Clay	6–1, 6–2
2022	Alexander Zverev	Roland Garros	Quarterfinal	Outdoor Clay	6–4, 6–4, 4–6, 7–6(7)
2022	Carlos Alcaraz	ATP Masters 1000 Madrid	Final	Outdoor Clay	6–3, 6–1
2021	Alexander Zverev	Vienna	Semifinal	Indoor Hard	6–3, 6–3
2021	Alexander Zverev	Acapulco	Round of 32	Outdoor Hard	6–3, 6–1

 

Alcaraz vs Zverev match prediction

 

Alcaraz has been in terrific form at the Australian Open 2026. He has not lost a set on his way to the semifinals. On the other hand, Zverev’s qualification for the semifinals has been hard-earned, as he won four of his five matches by dropping at least one set before emerging victorious.

 

However, Zverev can take confidence from his previous exploits against the Spaniard at the 2024 Australian Open, where the German knocked Alcaraz out in the quarterfinals.

 

Carlos Alcaraz vs Alexander Zverev: Key Stats Comparison
Category	Carlos Alcaraz	Alexander Zverev
Current Ranking	World No. 1	World No. 3
Age	22	28
Head-to-Head	6 wins	6 wins
Hard Court Wins (H2H)	3	2
Clay Court Wins (H2H)	3	1
Indoor Hard Wins (H2H)	0	3
Grand Slam Titles	6	0
Masters Titles	25	25
ATP Challenger Titles	4	2
ATP Minor Titles	3	0
Highest Ranking Achieved	No. 1	No. 2
Total Match Time Played (Tournament)	11h 54m	13h 56m

  Carlos Alcaraz at Australian Open 2026 – Match Results

 

Round of 128 (January 18, 2026)

Defeated Adam Walton

Score: 6–3, 7–6, 6–2

Venue: Rod Laver Arena

 

Round of 64 (January 21, 2026)

 

Defeated Yannick Hanfmann

Score: 7–6, 6–4, 6–3

Venue: Rod Laver Arena

 

Round of 32 (January 23, 2026)

 

Defeated Corentin Moutet

Score: 6–2, 6–4, 6–1

Venue: Rod Laver Arena

 

Round of 16 (January 25, 2026)

 

Defeated Tommy Paul

Score: 7–6, 6–4, 7–5

Venue: Rod Laver Arena

 

Quarterfinals (January 27, 2026)

 

Defeated Alex de Minaur

Score: 7–5, 6–2, 6–1 

Alexander Zverev at Australian Open 2026 – Match Results

 

Round of 128 (January 18, 2026)

Defeated Gabriel Diallo

Score: 6–7, 6–1, 6–4, 6–2

Venue: Rod Laver Arena

 

Round of 64 (January 21, 2026)

Defeated Alexandre Muller

Score: 6–3, 4–6, 6–3, 6–4

Venue: John Cain Arena

 

Round of 32 (January 23, 2026)

Defeated Cameron Norrie

Score: 7–5, 4–6, 6–3, 6–1

Venue: John Cain Arena

 

Round of 16 (January 25, 2026)

 

Defeated Francisco Cerundolo

Score: 6–2, 6–4, 6–4

Venue: John Cain Arena

 

Quarterfinals (January 27, 2026)

 

Defeated Learner Tien

Score: 6–3, 6–7, 6–1, 7–6

Venue: Rod Laver Arena

 

Australian Open 2026 first men's singles semifinal live time, Alcaraz vs Zverev live streaming and telecast details

When will first semifinal in men's singles of Australia Open 2026 take place?

 

The first men's singles semifinal will take place on January 30 (Friday).

 

Which players will face-off in the first semifinal of men's singles in Australian Open 2026?

 

Spain's Carlos Alcaraz will face Germany's Alexander Zverev in the first semifinal of Australian Open 2026.

 

At what time will Australian Open 2026 1st semifinal begin?

 

The first semifinal - in which Alcaraz and Zverev face-off - will begin at 9 AM, according to Indian Standard Time (IST).

 

Which TV channels will live telecast Alcaraz vs Zverev tennis match in India?

 

In the Australian Open 2026, live telecast of the first semifinal - played between Alcaraz and Zverev - will be available on Sony Ten 2 HD/SD and Sony Six HD/SD with English commentary. The tennis fans can also watch the tennis match live telecast in Hindi language on Sony Ten 3 HD/SD.

 

How to watch the live streaming of Alcaraz vs Zverev tennis match in India?

 

Sony LIV application and website will live stream Alcaraz vs Zverev tennis match in India.