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Indian badminton stars Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and chirag shetty have reached the Singapore Open final, stunning world champions Kim Won Ho and Seo Seung Jae. This marks their first final in two years, aiming to end a title drought. Despite a mixed doubles exit, the pair's impressive win fuels hopes for a championship.

PV Sindhu stormed into the Singapore Open quarterfinals with a dominant 21-9, 21-12 win over Riko Gunji. She next faces top seed An Se Young. In men’s doubles, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and chirag shetty advanced after a tough three-game battle, while mixed doubles pair Dhruv Kapila and Tanisha Crasto also reached the last eight.

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and chirag shetty narrowly missed out on the Thailand Open title, losing a thrilling final to Indonesian pair Leo Rolly Carnando and Daniel Marthin after saving four championship points. Despite the defeat, the Indian duo remains consistent, reaching multiple finals and securing podium finishes in major tournaments this year.

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and chirag shetty clinched their maiden Singapore Open title, ending a two-year wait for a trophy. The Indian duo staged a remarkable comeback, defeating Indonesia's Fajar Alfian and Muhammad Shohibul Fikri 18-21, 21-17, 21-16 in a thrilling final. This historic victory marks their first doubles title at the prestigious Singapore Open and their ninth World Tour crown.

India's Singapore Open campaign saw mixed fortunes as PV Sindhu and Lakshya Sen exited in the quarterfinals. However, the men's doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and chirag shetty advanced to the semifinals with a comeback victory, keeping India's hopes alive.

India's top seeds Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and chirag shetty triumphed in a thrilling Thailand Open semifinal, overcoming Malaysia's Goh Sze Fei and Nur Izzuddin in a hard-fought three-game battle. The world No. 4 pair staged a remarkable comeback to secure their spot in the season's first final, carrying the nation's hopes after other Indian contenders were eliminated.

India's top men's doubles pair, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and chirag shetty, finished as runners-up at the Thailand Open 2026 after a close 21-12, 25-23 loss to Indonesia's Leo Rolly Carnando and Daniel Marthin. Despite a strong comeback in the second game, the Indian duo narrowly missed their first title of the season.

Indian badminton stars Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and chirag shetty reflect on their Thomas Cup bronze medal. The duo feels they are regaining their top form after early year setbacks. They discuss overcoming injuries and strengthening their partnership. This success fuels their confidence for upcoming World Championships and Asian Games. Their journey highlights resilience and teamwork.

Thomas Cup bronze medalists Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and chirag shetty expressed disappointment over the lack of public recognition for their achievement. Rankireddy voiced his frustration on social media, stating that "no one really cares" about their performance. Shetty echoed this sentiment, feeling the magnitude of their success was not understood by the general public.

Satwik and his doubles partner chirag shetty, who are currently ranked world No. 4 and are also Asian Games champions, were part of the Indian team that won bronze at the Thomas Cup in Denmark.

HS Prannoy said Lakshya Sen’s injury badly hurt India’s chances in the Thomas Cup semifinal against France. Lakshya missed the match after injuring his elbow, and India lost 0-3 to settle for bronze. chirag shetty said France’s strategy prevented India’s doubles pair from influencing the tie. Lakshya confirmed his recovery is progressing after medical scans.

India's Thomas Cup semifinalists are brimming with confidence, aiming to reclaim the title. Youngster Ayush Shetty, unbeaten so far, sealed a crucial quarterfinal win, echoing the team's belief in going all the way. Lakshya Sen's dramatic comeback and the doubles pair's determined victory ignited India's charge, showcasing a squad ready to conquer.

India secured a commanding 3-0 victory over Chinese Taipei to storm into the Thomas Cup semifinals, guaranteeing at least a bronze medal. Lakshya Sen ignited the charge with a comeback win, followed by a dominant doubles performance from Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and chirag shetty. Ayush Shetty sealed the tie with a composed straight-game victory.

India's Thomas Cup campaign is on track after a dominant 3-0 quarterfinal victory over Chinese Taipei. Ayush Shetty, Lakshya Sen, and the doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankreddy and chirag shetty secured crucial wins, guaranteeing India a medal. This marks India's second semifinal appearance in the prestigious men's team championships.

Inspired by India's 2022 Thomas Cup win, Tamil Nadu's Hariharan Amsakarunan achieved his dream of representing the nation, becoming the first from his state to be part of the bronze medal-winning campaign. Overcoming early financial struggles and training with plastic shuttlecocks, Hariharan's journey highlights dedication and team spirit in achieving national success.

India narrowly lost to China 2-3 in the Thomas Cup, despite strong performances from HS Prannoy and Ayush Shetty. Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and chirag shetty, along with Lakshya Sen, suffered close defeats. Although finishing second in Group A, India has qualified for the quarterfinals, with coach U Vimal Kumar expressing confidence in the team's potential.

India concluded their Thomas Cup Finals group stage with a narrow 2-3 defeat against China, despite already securing a quarterfinal spot. Lakshya Sen and the top doubles pair lost their matches, putting India down 0-2. However, Ayush Shetty and H.S. Prannoy secured wins in their respective matches, showcasing the team's fighting spirit ahead of the knockout stages.

India faces a weakened Japan in the Thomas Cup quarterfinals, aiming for a second title. Despite Japan's singles strength led by Kodai Naraoka, India's strong singles and doubles performances, including Ayush Shetty's consistent wins and the experienced Satwik-Chirag pair, position them well. Former champions are set for a crucial clash.

India beat Canada 3-1 in their Thomas Cup opener after recovering from Lakshya Sen’s loss to Victor Lai. Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and chirag shetty levelled the tie, before Ayush Shetty and the pair of Hariharan Amsakarunan and M R Arjun sealed victory. Kidambi Srikanth was set for a dead rubber, while the women’s team next face Denmark.

Former champions India beat Canada 4-1 in their group tie to improve their chances of reaching the quarterfinals of the Thomas Cup in Horsens, Denmark on Friday. However, Indian women lost to Denmark 1-3 in their Uber Cup Group A match.

India's Thomas Cup hopes soar with Ayush Shetty's Asian success and Lakshya Sen's resurgence, bolstered by the formidable Satwik-Chirag pair. However, the Uber Cup campaign faces significant hurdles due to a lack of strong singles and doubles players, compounded by PV Sindhu's current form and the withdrawal of Gayatri-Treesa. The team faces a tough group stage.

Renowned coach U Vimal Kumar criticizes the BWF's shift to a 3x15 scoring system, deeming it a dilution of badminton's core values. While some, like Pullela Gopichand, see benefits for injured players, others, including Aparna Popat, fear it will reduce risk-taking. The new format, effective 2027, sparks debate among players.

World champion Shi Yu Qi defeated Ayush Shetty in straight games to win the Badminton Asia Championships men's singles title. Despite the loss, Shetty's remarkable run secured India's only silver medal, showcasing his potential against top-ranked opponents. Coach Vimal Kumar highlighted the valuable experience gained, identifying areas for improvement.

Young Indian shuttler Ayush Shetty reached the Badminton Asia Championships final, becoming the first Indian in 61 years to do so. Despite a loss to China's Shi Yu Qi in the final, Shetty's impressive run included victories over three top-10 players, notably stunning Paris 2024 silver medallist Kunlavut Vitidsarn in the semifinals.

India's Ayush Shetty achieved a career-defining victory at the Badminton Asia Championships, defeating top seed and defending champion Kunlavut Vitidsarn in a thrilling three-game match. This remarkable comeback win secures Shetty at least a silver medal, making him the first Indian men's singles player to reach the final since Dinesh Khanna in 1965.

Indian badminton player Ayush Shetty reached the Asia Championships semi-finals after beating world No. 4 Jonatan Christie, securing India a medal. He became the first Indian since HS Prannoy in 2018 to do so. After earlier upsets, Ayush now eyes the final, while PV Sindhu and Lakshya Sen exited early.