Category: Badminton

India’s dismal run on the BWF World Tour continued as all Indian shuttlers exited the Thailand Open 2025 Super 500 in Bangkok by the end of the Round of 16. Despite 12 Indian entries making the main draw, only five progressed to the second round, and none managed to break into the quarterfinals. The country…

Thrillers, Comebacks & Grit: Indian Trio March into R16 at Thailand Open 2025 The Indian women’s singles contingent put up a gritty display at the Thailand Open Super 500, with Unnati Hooda, Aakarshi Kashyap, and Malvika Bansod battling past stiff opponents to storm into the Round of 16. Each of their victories was a test…

India’s top men’s singles shuttler Lakshya Sen faced another setback on the BWF World Tour, crashing out in the first round of the Thailand Open Super 500 after a tough three-game loss to Ireland’s Nhat Nguyen. The match lasted 80 minutes and ended with a scoreline of 18-21, 21-9, 17-21 in Nguyen’s favor. This marks…

The BWF World Tour heads to Bangkok as the Toyota Thailand Open 2025 enters the Round of 32 on May 14. Indian shuttlers have a packed schedule tomorrow with multiple high-stakes clashes across singles and doubles categories. With Olympic qualification points and individual momentum at stake, all eyes will be on how India’s rising and…

Unnati Hooda Breaks into Top 45, Ayush Shetty Stuns No. 7 Seed to Enter Taipei Open 2025 Semis Indian badminton witnessed another promising day at the 2025 Taipei Open as two of its brightest young stars — Unnati Hooda and Ayush Shetty — stormed into the semi-finals of the BWF Super 300 tournament, underlining India’s…

Ayush Shetty Stuns Srikanth Kidambi to Enter Taipei Open Quarterfinals; Unnati Hooda Joins the Party Indian badminton saw a youth revolution unfold at the 2025 Yonex Taipei Open Super 300, as two of the country’s brightest young talents—Ayush Shetty and Unnati Hooda—booked their places in the quarterfinals with standout performances on Thursday. Ayush Shetty Topples…

Ayush Shetty Stuns World No.13 Lee Chia Hao, Sets Up All-Indian Clash with Srikanth at Taipei Open 2025 The Yonex Taipei Open 2025 has already delivered a headline moment for Indian badminton fans, as 19-year-old Ayush Shetty produced the upset of the tournament by knocking out home favorite and World No.13 Lee Chia Hao in…

India’s campaign at the TotalEnergies BWF Sudirman Cup Finals 2025 came to a premature end after a 1-4 loss to powerhouse Indonesia in their second Group D tie in Chengdu. Despite glimpses of promise — most notably from Dhruv Kapila and Tanisha Crasto, and a spirited fight from the young men’s doubles pair of Hariharan…

In a massive blow to India’s Sudirman Cup 2025 campaign, top men’s doubles duo Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty have been ruled out due to illness, as confirmed by the Badminton Association of India (BAI). The tournament, slated to be held in Xiamen, China from April 27 to May 4, has now become an uphill…

India’s Rising Stars Soar in Latest BWF Rankings Update The latest BWF rankings update has brought a wave of excitement for Indian badminton fans, with multiple Indian shuttlers making notable gains across all categories. From seasoned contenders to dynamic new duos, this week’s biggest movers tell a compelling story of a sport on the rise…

As the dust settles on the Round of 16 at the Bank of Ningbo Badminton Asia Championships BAC 2025, India finds itself with just one pair carrying the nation’s hopes forward — the dynamic mixed doubles duo of Dhruv Kapila and Tanisha Crasto. While several high-profile names bowed out on Thursday, Dhruv and Tanisha produced…

P V Sindhu is back — and she’s made it known with a straight-games win over Indonesia’s Ester Nurumi Tri Wardoyo in the opening round of the Bank of Ningbo Badminton Asia Championships 2025. WS R32 🇮🇳 P.V. Sindhu 21-15, 21-19 🇮🇩 Ester Nurumi Tri Wardoyo Duration: 44 minutes It was a much-needed victory for…

The Badminton Asia Championships 2025 enters an exciting phase today with a packed lineup for Team India. Several top Indian shuttlers, including PV Sindhu, Lakshya Sen, and HS Prannoy, are set to begin their campaigns in the Round of 32, hoping to make deep runs in this prestigious continental tournament. Here’s a comprehensive preview of…

Mixed Fortunes for India at Badminton Asia Championships 2025 as Pair of Dhruv-Tanisha win but other doubles pairs lose The 2025 edition of the Badminton Asia Championships (BAC) is underway, and for India, it’s been a roller-coaster start. With several Indian doubles pairs in action, fans were treated to everything — thrilling comebacks, missed opportunities,…

The 42nd edition of the Badminton Asia Championships is set to take place from April 8 to 13, 2025, at the Ningbo Olympic Sports Center Gymnasium in Ningbo, Zhejiang, China. This prestigious tournament will showcase the continent’s top badminton talent, competing for a total prize pool of $500,000.  Men’s Singles Contenders The men’s singles draw…

The TotalEnergies BWF Sudirman Cup 2025, scheduled from April 27 to May 5, is set to showcase the pinnacle of mixed team badminton. This biennial event, organized by the Badminton World Federation (BWF), brings together the world’s top badminton nations to compete across five disciplines: men’s singles (MS), women’s singles (WS), men’s doubles (MD), women’s…

Indian badminton has witnessed a remarkable surge in recent years, and the latest BWF Rankings (as of April 1, 2025) confirm that the country is building a strong foundation for the future. Seventeen Indian women shuttlers feature in the world’s top 100 rankings, showcasing the depth of talent in the nation. While PV Sindhu remains…

In what is undoubtedly the biggest upset of the YONEX Swiss Open 2025 so far, India’s Sankar Subramanian produced a sensational performance to knock out World No. 2 Anders Antonsen of Denmark. The Junior World Championship silver medalist defeated the Danish star in three games 18-21, 21-12, 21-5 to book his place in the quarterfinals…

India’s rising badminton star Priyanshu Rajawat delivered a dominant performance to secure his spot in the Round of 16 at the YONEX Swiss Open 2025. He made light work of Switzerland’s Tobias Kuenzi, cruising to a 21-10, 21-11 victory in straight games. Priyanshu now faces a tough challenge against France’s Toma Junior Popov in the…

Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand Pullela delivered a memorable performance in their round of 16 victory over Kim Hye Jeong and Kong Hee Yong at the All England Open 2025. The win was not just about advancing to the quarterfinals but also about proving their growth as a top-tier women’s doubles pair. The Korean duo,…

India’s rising badminton star Lakshya Sen delivered a breathtaking performance at the YONEX All England Open 2025, dismantling defending champion Jonatan Christie in straight games 21-13, 21-10. With this dominant display, Sen not only avenged his semifinal loss from last year but also secured a back-to-back quarterfinal spot at the prestigious tournament. This win is…

The issue of age fraud has long plagued Indian sports, undermining fair competition and athlete development. In a significant move, the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has proposed a revised Draft National Code to tackle this problem, marking the first major revision in 15 years. This new framework introduces strict verification measures, penalties, digital…

The draw for the Sudirman Cup 2025, the prestigious biennial mixed-team badminton championship, has been revealed, setting up an exciting group-stage battle. The tournament will take place from April 27 to May 4, 2025, at the FengHuang Gymnasium in Xiamen, China. Group Stage Draw Results Group A • China 🇨🇳 (Defending champions, 13-time winners) •…

India’s dynamic men’s doubles pair, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, got off to a flying start at the Yonex All England Open 2025, storming into the Round of 16 with a commanding 21-17, 21-15 victory over Denmark’s Mads Vestergaard and Daniel Lundgaard by Satwik-Chirag In a match that showcased their attacking prowess and resilience, Satwik…

The prestigious Yonex All England Open 2025 got off to an electrifying start, with Indian shuttlers delivering some memorable performances. The biggest headline of the day was Malvika Bansod’s stunning upset victory over World No. 12 Yeo Jia Min, while Lakshya Sen overcame a tough challenge to book his place in the Round of 16….

Tanisha Crasto has emerged as one of Indian badminton’s most dynamic and adaptable players, achieving remarkable milestones with different partners across multiple disciplines. In a career defined by resilience and versatility, Crasto has now broken into the Top 20 with three different partners—a feat that highlights her consistent excellence and ability to seamlessly adapt to…

India’s rising badminton star Ayush Shetty continues his dream run at the Orléans Masters Super 300 tournament, reaching the semifinals after a hard-fought victory over Denmark’s Rasmus Gemke. The young shuttler, who has been in sensational form throughout the tournament, secured a 21-16, 21-23, 21-17 win to advance to the final four. Shetty’s next challenge…

Young Indian shuttler Ayush Shetty has been making waves in the Orleans Masters 2025, and his latest victory over Jason Gunawan has further cemented his reputation as one of India’s rising badminton stars. Shetty showcased an attacking game style, reminiscent of former World No. 1 Kidambi Srikanth, as he defeated his Hong Kong opponent 21-17,…

The Orleans Masters 2025 has already delivered some electrifying performances, unexpected upsets, and intense matchups. Indian shuttlers have been at the center of the action, with standout victories from Kidambi Srikanth, HS Prannoy, and Ayush Shetty. Meanwhile, the mixed doubles pair of Rohan and Ruthvika secured a significant win, while some Indian pairs faced tough…

The Orleans Masters Badminton 2025 presented by VICTOR saw Indian players delivering impressive performances in the qualifiers. Kidambi Srikanth, Sankar Muthusamy, Unnati Hooda, and Isharani Baruah secured crucial victories to advance to the main draw, while Tanya Hemanth’s spirited run ended in the quarterfinals of the womens qualifiers. Here’s a complete recap of how India’s…

In an electrifying encounter at the German Open Super 300, India’s rising badminton star Unnati Hooda gave it her all but fell agonisingly short in the quarterfinals against former Junior World Champion Riko Gunji of Japan. The marathon match ended 15-21, 23-25, 22-24 in favor of Gunji, who displayed remarkable composure under pressure. Despite the…

Indian badminton continues to make waves on the international stage, with young stars delivering standout performances at the Yonex German Open 2025 (Super 300). Teen prodigies Rakshitha Sree Santhosh Ramraj, Unnati Hooda, and Tharun Mannepalli stormed into the quarterfinals, reinforcing India’s depth in badminton’s next generation. Meanwhile, Tasnim Mir, Dhruv Kapila/Tanisha Crasto, and other emerging…

The German Open 2025 continues to be an exciting tournament for Indian badminton fans, with several players advancing to the Round of 16. While there were expected victories, the tournament has also thrown up some surprises, including Tharun Mannepalli’s stunning upset of Magnus Johannesen. Here’s s a complete roundup of Indian performances from the Round…

Indian badminton star Lakshya Sen has found himself at the center of a legal storm, as allegations of age fraud have led to criminal proceedings against him, his family, and his coach. However, in a major relief, the Supreme Court of India has stayed the criminal proceedings while seeking responses from the Karnataka government and…

The Yonex German Open 2025 has kicked off with a bang for Team India, as several Indian shuttlers put up stellar performances in the early rounds. From women’s doubles upsets to hard-fought comebacks in men’s doubles and strong qualification performances in singles, India’s contingent is making its mark at this BWF Super 300 tournament in…

The German Open 2025 (HSBC BWF Super 300) is set to electrify badminton fans as top international stars battle for supremacy in Mulheim an der Ruhr from February 25 to March 2. With crucial ranking points at stake, Team India enters the tournament with a strong 19-player contingent across all categories, ready to make an…

In a thrilling display of skill, resilience, and determination, Unnati Hooda has propelled herself into the finals of the Singapore International Challenge (IC) 2025, igniting excitement among badminton fans across the nation. The Indian ace fought valiantly in a nail-biting three-set match, recording a scoreline of 18-21, 21-19, 22-20 against Vietnam’s Vu Thrang. This hard-fought…

The Indonesia Masters 2025, held at the iconic Istora Senayan in Jakarta from January 21 to 26, brought mixed fortunes for India’s badminton contingent. With the world’s top shuttlers competing at the Super 500 tournament, Indian players delivered flashes of brilliance but ultimately fell short of progressing into the deeper stages of the event. Fatigue…

The Indonesia Masters 2025, which is a BWF S500 event, kickstarted on 21st January. From the Indian point of view, there will be some big names in the tournament. In Women’s Singles The biggest hope in women’s singles, PV Sindhu got a perfect draw to register another S500 title to her name. She is up…

The India Open 2025 was another chapter in the rollercoaster journey of Indian badminton, with Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty falling short in their quest for the title. The top men’s doubles pair of India suffered a semifinal loss to Malaysia’s Goh Sze Fei and Nur Izzuddin, continuing a worrying trend of near-misses on the…