The 2025 badminton season rolls into its European leg as the Denmark Open 2025 Super 750 kicks off in Odense, marking one of the most prestigious stops on the BWF World Tour.
For the Indian contingent, this event serves as a crucial test against world-class opposition and a valuable opportunity to build momentum heading into the closing stretch of the year.
India features across all five disciplines men’s singles, women’s singles, men’s doubles, women’s doubles, and mixed doubles with both experienced names and exciting youngsters in action.
Men’s Singles: Lakshya Sen & Ayush Shetty Lead the Charge
India’s men’s singles challenge will be led by Lakshya Sen, who returns to the court after a consistent stretch of performances in the Asian swing, and Ayush Shetty, who makes his Denmark Open main-draw debut.
Lakshya Sen’s Draw: Lakshya opens his campaign against Nhat Nguyen (Ireland) in what could be a testing first-round encounter. Nguyen, known for his defensive resilience, often drags matches into long rallies but Lakshya’s superior attacking range and net precision should give him the edge.
If he advances, he’s likely to face Alex Lanier [7], one of Europe’s most promising young talents, in the second round. The bottom section of Lakshya’s draw, however, is stacked with potential quarterfinal opposition in the form of Anthony Ginting (Indonesia) or Anders Antonsen [2] (Denmark).
Lakshya’s focus will be on controlling tempo and cutting down unforced errors early in matches areas that cost him in tight contests earlier this year.
Ayush Shetty’s Challenge: The 19-year-old Ayush Shetty faces a massive opening test against Chou Tien Chen [5], one of the most experienced campaigners on tour. Chou’s consistency and fitness make him a tough first-round opponent, but Ayush’s aggressive attacking style and steep smashes could help him trouble the veteran.
The young Indian has already impressed this season on the BWF World Tour 300 circuit, and Odense offers him a chance to measure his game against top-tier opposition.
Women’s Singles: Anmol Kharb Faces a Tricky Draw
All eyes in the women’s singles draw will be on Anmol Kharb, who has been rapidly rising through the ranks following strong showings at the India International Challenge and recent Asian tournaments.
Anmol has drawn Putri Kusuma Wardani [7] (Indonesia) in the opening round a tough but fascinating matchup. Wardani, known for her quick transitions and court coverage, will test Anmol’s ability to sustain rallies and capitalize on net openings.
If Anmol pulls off the upset, she could face China’s Gao Fang Jie or Japan’s Tomoka Miyazaki next, both known for their structured play and deep court positioning. For the young Indian, this event is more about gaining experience on European conditions, where the drift and shuttle speed differ significantly from Asia.
Anmol’s inclusion in a Super 750 main draw marks another step in her development symbolic of the next generation of Indian women’s singles players post-Sindhu era.
Men’s Doubles: SatChi Return as Sixth Seeds, Roy-Pratheek Earn Main Draw Berth
Satwiksairaj Rankireddy / Chirag Shetty: The world number 6 pair and reigning Asian Games champions return as sixth seeds in Odense. Satwik and Chirag, fresh from a semifinal run at the China Open, begin their campaign against the Scottish brothers Christopher and Matthew Grimley a match that should help them settle quickly into rhythm.
Should they progress, a potential blockbuster second-round clash awaits against Leo Rolly Carnando / Daniel Maulana (Indonesia), a young but dangerous duo who have beaten the Indians before. The quarterfinal path could lead to a clash with Aaron Chia / Soh Wooi Yik [2] (Malaysia) a familiar rivalry that has defined much of Asian men’s doubles over the past two years.
Given the Indian pair’s current form, expectations are high for another deep run.
Pruthvi Krishnamurthy Roy / K. Sai Pratheek: The young Indian combination faces a difficult first-round tie against Goh Sze Fei / Nur Izzuddin [3] (Malaysia). Despite the odds, this is an invaluable experience for Roy and Pratheek, who continue to gain exposure at top-tier events after strong domestic and Super 100 performances.
Women’s Doubles: Emerging Duos in the Spotlight
India fields two promising combinations in Odense: Rutaparna Panda / Swetaparna Panda and Kavipriya Selvam / Simran Singhi.
Panda Sisters: The Pandas open against Julie Macpherson / Ciara Torrance (Scotland). The Indian siblings, known for their speed and flat exchanges, have been consistent performers on the BWF International Challenge circuit. A win here would set up a second-round clash with either Liu Sheng Shu / Tan Ning [1] (China) or an American pair — a tough but exciting opportunity to face the world’s best.
Kavipriya Selvam / Simran Singhi: Their draw pits them against the Stoeva sisters (Bulgaria), one of Europe’s top pairs. The Indian duo will need to bring their defensive discipline and net creativity to the fore if they hope to stretch the experienced Bulgarians.
While both Indian pairs enter as underdogs, any progress in this Super 750 event would mark an encouraging step forward for Indian women’s doubles.
Mixed Doubles: Tanisha Crasto & Dhruv Kapila Headline India’s Campaign
Dhruv Kapila / Tanisha Crasto: India’s top mixed doubles pair opens against Wong Tien Ci / Lim Chiew Sien (Malaysia). The Indians have been in fine form recently, clinching the Türkiye International title and reaching semifinals in consecutive events.
If they advance, they could face the fifth-seeded Chinese pair Guo Xin Wa / Chen Fang Hui, a true test of their tactical adaptability. Tanisha’s net instincts combined with Dhruv’s strong backcourt game make them a pair capable of pulling off upsets.
Other Indian Pairs:
- Rohan Kapoor / Gadde R take on Ye Hong Wei / Nicole Chan (Chinese Taipei) in their opener.
- Mohit Jaglan / Lakshita Jaglan face a baptism by fire against Indonesia’s Adnan Maulana / Indah Cahya Jamil, an experienced pair.
India’s mixed doubles depth is improving rapidly, and all three combinations will look to capitalize on the European leg to gain ranking points and experience.
First Round Matches for Indians at Denmark Open 2025
Men’s Singles
- Lakshya Sen 🇮🇳 vs Nhat Nguyen 🇮🇪
- Ayush Shetty 🇮🇳 vs Chou Tien Chen [5] 🇹🇼
Women’s Singles
- Anmol Kharb 🇮🇳 vs Putri Kusuma Wardani [7] 🇮🇩
Men’s Doubles
- Satwiksairaj Rankireddy / Chirag Shetty [6] 🇮🇳 vs Christopher Grimley / Matthew Grimley
- Pruthvi Krishnamurthy Roy / K Sai Pratheek 🇮🇳 vs Goh Sze Fei / Nur Izzuddin [3] 🇲🇾
Women’s Doubles
- Rutaparna Panda / Swetaparna Panda 🇮🇳 vs Julie Macpherson / Ciara Torrance
- Kavipriya Selvam / Simran Singhi 🇮🇳 vs Gabriela Stoeva / Stefani Stoeva 🇧🇬
Mixed Doubles
- Dhruv Kapila / Tanisha Crasto 🇮🇳 vs Wong Tien Ci / Lim Chiew Sien 🇲🇾
- Rohan Kapoor / Gadde R 🇮🇳 vs Ye Hong Wei / Nicole Gonzales Chan 🇹🇼
- Mohit Jaglan / Lakshita Jaglan 🇮🇳 vs Adnan Maulana / Indah Cahya Sari Jamil 🇮🇩
Verdict: With a balanced mix of seasoned campaigners and emerging talents, India’s representation at the Denmark Open 2025 reflects both experience and renewal. While Satwik-Chirag and Lakshya Sen remain the best bets for a deep run, promising performances from Anmol Kharb, Tanisha Crasto–Dhruv Kapila, and the Panda sisters could signal the next wave of Indian badminton talent making its mark on the Super 750 stage.
