Billie Jean King said the current 'Battle of the Sexes' matchup between Aryna Sabalenka and Nick Kyrgios is not the same as her 1973 victory over Bobby Riggs. She linked her original match to social change and drew a clear distinction between that moment and the Dubai exhibition. The discussion comes as the controversial event is set for 28 December in Dubai. Sabalenka has also said she does not believe the match will damage women's sport.