Prannoy

The Prannoy Paradox: How India’s Giant-Killer Transforms Against Elite Opposition

H.S. Prannoy has carved out a unique reputation in world badminton one of being the quintessential giant-killer who seems to discover another gear when facing the world’s elite players. The 33-year-old from Thiruvananthapuram has built a career on defying expectations, and his recent performances continue to showcase this remarkable ability to elevate his game against…

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BWF World Championships

BWF World Championships 2025: Satwik-Chirag Face Chinese Youngsters in Crucial Semifinal Test

The 2025 BWF World Championships in Paris has already delivered a defining week for Indian badminton. Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty former world No.1 men’s doubles have ensured India’s medal streak at the Worlds continues for a 14th consecutive edition. But the job is far from done. Their semifinal clash against China’s emerging duo Chen…

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Prannoy

HS Prannoy Opens With Steady Win, Faces Antonsen Test in World Championships Round of 32

India’s HS Prannoy began his campaign at the BWF World Championships 2025 in Madrid on a winning note, overcoming Finland’s Joakim Oldorff 21-18, 21-15 to reach the round of 32. The 32-year-old, India’s most experienced men’s singles player on the circuit, produced a controlled performance that never looked spectacular but was efficient enough to avoid…

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BWF World Championships

BWF World Championships 2025: Lakshya Sen Fights Hard But Indians Crash Out on Day 1

The opening day of the TotalEnergies BWF World Championships 2025 in Paris turned out to be a tough outing for India. All four Indian entries in action Lakshya Sen (men’s singles), the Panda sisters Rutaparna and Swetaparna (women’s doubles), Priya Konjengbam and Shruti Mishra (women’s doubles), and the young men’s doubles pair of Hariharan Amsakarunan…

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BWF World Championships

India at the BWF World Championships: A Legacy of Medals and a Strong 2025 Contingent

India’s journey at the BWF World Championships has been one of patience, persistence, and eventual breakthrough. From Prakash Padukone’s historic bronze in 1983 to H.S. Prannoy’s podium finish in 2023, Indian shuttlers have steadily built a reputation as global contenders. Now, with the 2025 edition approaching, a strong Indian contingent is gearing up to extend…

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Devika Sihag

Devika Sihag Claims Malaysia International Challenge 2025 Title with Breakthrough Victory

Indian badminton continues to produce fresh success stories on the international stage, and the latest chapter belongs to 20-year-old Devika Sihag, who lifted the PETRONAS Malaysia International Challenge 2025 women’s singles crown in Kuala Lumpur. It was not just her first title of the year but also a defining performance that underlined her growing stature…

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Tanya Hemanth

Tanya Hemanth’s Breakthrough Triumph: How She Conquered Saipan 2025 with Resilience and Precision

On August 16, 2025, the 21-year-old Tanya Hemanth clinched the Saipan International women’s singles title, held in the Northern Mariana Islands. This wasn’t just another trophy. It was her first crown of the 2025 season, and her fourth international title overall, following her earlier victories at the India International (2022), Iran Fajr International (2023), and…

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Pv Sindhu

Tough Roads Ahead: Sindhu, Lakshya, and Prannoy Face Stiff Challenges at BWF World Championships 2025

The draw for the BWF World Championships 2025 has been announced, and for Indian badminton, it’s a mix of daunting early encounters, potential blockbuster clashes, and a significant withdrawal in women’s doubles. With the event set to showcase the world’s best shuttlers, India’s leading names will need both peak form and mental steel to navigate…

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China open

Indian Badminton’s 2025 World Tour: A Season of Promise, Near Misses, and Emerging Stars

The 2025 BWF World Tour has been a telling chapter in the ongoing story of Indian badminton a season marked by breakthrough wins, consistent semifinal showings, and the promise of emerging talent. Yet, woven into the narrative are narrow defeats and moments where Indian shuttlers came heartbreakingly close to making history. Together, these threads reveal…

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Tharun Mannepalli

Tharun Mannepalli’s Breakthrough Moment: Maiden BWF World Tour Semifinal at Macau Open 2025

Indian badminton’s growing pool of talent found a fresh face to celebrate this week as 23-year-old Tharun Mannepalli scripted a memorable run into his maiden BWF World Tour semifinal at the Macau Open 2025. Unseeded and ranked 47th in the world, Tharun produced two standout performances first toppling the tournament’s top seed Lee Cheuk Yiu…

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shuttlecock

Soaring Costs, Fragile Supply: Why India’s Badminton Dream Hinges on the Humble Shuttlecock

The humble shuttlecock crafted delicately from 16 feathers, typically taken from the left wing of ducks or geese sits at the very heart of badminton. Its flight, precision, and feel define the sport, from packed stadiums hosting Super Series finals to local courts where beginners first learn to rally. Yet today, this lightweight icon has…

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China Open 2025

Satwik & Chirag Make History: Into the China Open 2025 Semifinals and Back in World’s Top 10

History in China: Satwik-Chirag Storm into China Open 2025 Semifinals! India’s top men’s doubles pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty added another landmark to their growing list of firsts, becoming the first-ever Indian men’s doubles team to reach the semifinals of the prestigious China Open Super 1000. In a composed and tactical display, they defeated…

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Unnati Hooda

Unnati Hooda Stuns P.V. Sindhu to Enter China Open Super 1000 Quarterfinals: A Landmark Moment for Indian Badminton

In what can be described as a defining moment for Indian badminton, 17-year-old Unnati Hooda produced a sensational performance to defeat her senior compatriot and two-time Olympic medallist P.V. Sindhu in the second round of the China Open Super 1000. The teenager triumphed in a gripping three-game battle, winning 21-16, 19-21, 21-13, and marched into…

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China Open 2025

Satwik & Chirag Storm into China Open 2025 Quarterfinals as HS Prannoy Exits After Valiant Fight

India’s top men’s doubles pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, famously dubbed the “Brothers of Destruction,” kept their China Open 2025 campaign alive with a strong straight-games win over Indonesia’s formidable duo Leo Rolly Carnando and Bagas Maulana, booking their place in the quarterfinals of the prestigious Super 1000 event. The Indian pair, who were…

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Indian women singles

Unnati Hooda’s Stunning Comeback Sets Up All-Indian Clash Against Sindhu at China Open Super 1000

In one of the most exciting moments for Indian badminton at the China Open Super 1000, 17-year-old Unnati Hooda scripted a memorable victory that captured both promise and poise beyond her years. Facing world no. 29 and experienced campaigner Kirsty Gilmour from Scotland in the Round of 32, Unnati showed remarkable maturity and fighting spirit to…

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