The Malaysia Masters 2025 has reached the Round of 32 stage, and Indian badminton fans are in for a packed day of action as 16 Indian shuttlers and pairs take the court across all five disciplines.
From veterans like PV Sindhu and Kidambi Srikanth to rising stars like Ayush Shetty and Unnati Hooda, it’s a crucial day that could shape India’s campaign in this Super 500 event.
Here’s a breakdown of India’s match schedule and key storylines heading into the Round of 32:
Early Morning Block (Starting 7:30 AM IST)
- Ashith Surya / Amrutha Prakash 🇮🇳 vs Jiang / Wei 🇨🇳 – 7:30 AM
→ The mixed doubles pair faces a stiff challenge against the Chinese duo. They’ll need to be sharp from the first point. - HS Prannoy 🇮🇳 vs Kenta Nishimoto 🇯🇵 – 7:30 AM
→ A heavyweight clash. Prannoy, aiming to regain top form, faces Japan’s consistent Kenta Nishimoto. Expect long rallies and mental grit. - Sathish Karunakaran 🇮🇳 vs Chou Tien Chen 🇹🇼 – 7:35 AM
→ A tough draw for Sathish. The experienced Chou Tien is a former top-5 player. This match will test Sathish’s fitness and composure. - PV Sindhu 🇮🇳 vs Nguyen Thuy Linh 🇻🇳 – 7:35 AM
→ Sindhu has a winning record over the Vietnamese shuttler but must be cautious. Early rounds have often been tricky in her recent outings. - Ayush Shetty 🇮🇳 vs Brian Yang 🇨🇦 – 9:15 AM
→ A crucial test for the young Indian. Brian Yang is a quality opponent with attacking flair. This will be a benchmark match for Ayush’s progress.
Midday Block (Starting 10:50 AM IST)
- Rohan Kapoor / Ruthvika Shivani 🇮🇳 vs Guo / Chen 🇨🇳 – 10:50 AM
→ Another India-China mixed doubles clash. The Indian pair needs sharp net play and strong defense to cause an upset. - Kidambi Srikanth 🇮🇳 vs Lu Guang Zu 🇨🇳 – 11:40 AM
→ Having qualified for the main draw, Srikanth faces a major challenge in World No. 6 Lu Guang Zu. All eyes will be on the veteran to deliver. - Dhruv Kapila / Tanisha Crasto 🇮🇳 vs Adnan / Indah Cahya 🇮🇩 – 11:45 AM
→ A winnable match for India. Dhruv and Tanisha are gaining experience and will look to dominate from the start. - Sathish / Aadya Variyath 🇮🇳 vs Verrell / Lisa 🇮🇩 – 11:50 AM
→ This Indo-Indonesian faceoff in mixed doubles could be close. Sathish and Aadya must play with control to advance. - Priyanshu Rajawat 🇮🇳 vs Jia Heng 🇸🇬 – 1:30 PM
→ Priyanshu has been steadily climbing the ranks. The Singaporean opponent is tricky but beatable. A key match for India’s singles hopes.
Evening Block (Starting 3:10 PM IST)
- Unnati Hooda 🇮🇳 vs Lin Hsiang Ti 🇹🇼 – 3:10 PM
→ A good chance for Unnati to make her mark at the Super 500 level. She’ll need to control the tempo and stay aggressive. - Aakarshi Kashyap 🇮🇳 vs Putri Kusuma Wardani 🇮🇩 – 3:10 PM
→ Aakarshi takes on the dangerous Indonesian in a match that could go the distance. Her rallying skills and patience will be tested. - Malvika Bansod 🇮🇳 vs Chiu Pin-Chian 🇹🇼 – 4:00 PM
→ A balanced matchup. Malvika has had solid wins on tour and will aim to start strong. Net exchanges and movement will be key.
India’s Full Contingent in Action – A Glimpse of Depth
This round reflects the depth in Indian badminton, with players in every category—from mixed and doubles pairs to up-and-coming singles talents. It’s also a chance for post-Olympic recalibration, as younger shuttlers look to seize the moment and seniors aim for comebacks.
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With 13 matchups featuring Indian players on Day 1 of the main draw, Malaysia Masters 2025 offers an intense start to what promises to be an exciting week. Whether it’s Sindhu’s experience, Srikanth’s revival, or young talents like Ayush and Unnati pushing forward, Indian fans will have plenty to watch and cheer for.
