Indian Open Squash Championship: Anahat and Tanvi Advance to Semifinals
Synopsis
In an electrifying day at the Indian Open squash championship, top seed Anahat Singh and unseeded Tanvi Khanna both advanced to the semifinals, offering a strong showing for India. However, local favorite Joshna Chinappa faced elimination, raising the stakes for the upcoming matches.
Key Takeaways
Anahat Singh and Tanvi Khanna both advanced to the semifinals.
Local favorite Joshna Chinappa was eliminated after losing to Nadien El Hammamy .
Hana Moataz defeated her opponent in a thrilling five-game match.
The semifinals will feature an all-Indian matchup between Anahat and Tanvi.
Anahat's dominant performance reaffirms her title contender status.
Mumbai, March 20 (NationPress) The top-seeded Anahat Singh and her unseeded fellow Indian Tanvi Khanna showcased their prowess in the women’s singles semifinals of the Indian Open squash championship held at the Cricket Club of India (CCI) courts in Mumbai, both triumphing in their quarterfinal matches on Friday.
In a disappointing turn of events, local favorite Joshna Chinappa exited the tournament after succumbing to a 1–3 defeat against Egypt’s Nadien El Hammamy, marking the only setback for Indian supporters on that day.
In another intense quarterfinal, second seed Hana Moataz narrowly defeated eighth seed Yasshmita Jadishkumar from Malaysia in a gripping five-game match, clinching it 3–2 (11-8, 8-11, 7-11, 11-7, 11-8).
Tomorrow’s semifinals will witness an all-Indian clash between Anahat and Tanvi, while Moataz is set to face El Hammamy for a shot at the final.
Anahat solidified her position as a strong title contender with a commanding 3–0 (11-2, 11-6, 11-4) victory over Malaysia’s Sehveetrraa Kumar. The top seed quickly dominated the first game, securing it 11-2 without much effort. Although Kumar posed a tougher challenge in the second game, Anahat’s combination of strength and clever tactics enabled her to take it 11-6.
The third game mirrored this trend, with Anahat maintaining control and cruising to a convincing 11-4 win, thereby securing her entry into the semifinals.
On the other hand, Tanvi delivered one of the day’s most impressive performances by defeating fourth seed Ainaa Amani 3–1. Starting off strong, she won the first game 11-6, but Amani leveled the match by taking the second 11-7. However, Tanvi remained composed, winning the next two games 11-5 and 11-8 to secure her spot in the semifinals.
Earlier, Joshna commenced her match against El Hammamy with confidence, but struggled to counter the Egyptian’s elusive movements and accurate cross-court shots. After a closely fought beginning and a strong comeback in the second game, Joshna lost steam as El Hammamy heightened her game intensity, clinching the final two games to win the match.
Results:
Women’s quarterfinals:
Anahat Singh (IND) bt Sehveetrraa Kumar (MAS) 3-0 (11-2, 11-6, 11-4); Hana Moataz (EGY) bt Yasshmita Jadishkumar (MAS) 3-2 (11-8, 8-11, 7-11, 11-7, 11-8); Tanvi Khanna (IND) bt Ainaa Amani (MAS) 3-1 (11-6, 7-11, 11-5, 11-8); Nadien El Hammamy (EGY) bt Joshna Chinappa (IND) 3-1 (11-8, 8-11, 11-6, 11-1).
Point of View
The Indian Open squash championship has showcased remarkable talent, particularly from Anahat Singh and Tanvi Khanna, who have both demonstrated their potential to take home the title. However, the exit of Joshna Chinappa highlights the competitive nature of this tournament.
NationPress
12 Aug 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the semifinalists in the women's singles of the Indian Open squash championship?
The semifinalists are Anahat Singh and Tanvi Khanna from India, along with Hana Moataz from Egypt and Nadien El Hammamy.
What was the outcome of Joshna Chinappa's match?
Joshna Chinappa lost her match against Nadien El Hammamy with a score of 1-3.
How did Anahat Singh perform in her quarterfinal match?
Anahat Singh won her quarterfinal match decisively, defeating Sehveetrraa Kumar 3-0.
What was the score of Tanvi Khanna's match?
Tanvi Khanna defeated Ainaa Amani 3-1 in her quarterfinal match.
When are the semifinals scheduled?
The semifinals are scheduled for Saturday.
