Kevin Anderson defeated Xavier Malisse 6-3 7-6 in the Cincinnati Masters round of 64 on hard. The result followed the form book — Kevin Anderson came in leading the head-to-head 1–0. Kevin Anderson extended the head-to-head to 2–0.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012-02-27 | Delray Beach | R16 | hard | Kevin Anderson | 6-3 3-6 6-3 |
Averages from each player's recent completed matches (20 vs 20). ATP, WTA & Challenger.