Can India's Badminton Stars Secure Gold in Pune?
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Synopsis
Indian badminton players shine at the Late Sushant Chipalkatti India Junior International Grand Prix, securing spots in the finals for both mixed and women’s doubles. With thrilling matches and exceptional performances, the stage is set for an exciting showdown. Will they clinch gold for India?
Key Takeaways
- Indian players secured guaranteed gold in mixed doubles.
- Aanya Bisht and Angel Punera advanced to the finals in women's doubles.
- The tournament showcased remarkable performances from junior shuttlers.
- Significant upsets occurred during the event, highlighting India's rising badminton talent.
- The event was organized by the Poona District Metropolitan Badminton Association.
Pune, Aug 30 (NationPress) Indian badminton players have advanced to the finals with guaranteed gold in mixed doubles and a place in the women's doubles semifinals at the ongoing Late Sushant Chipalkatti India Junior International Grand Prix taking place at the P. E. Society’s Modern PDMBA Sports Complex.
In the mixed doubles category, C. Lalramsanga and Taarini Suri triumphed over Japan's Shuji Sawada and Aoi Banno with a scoreline of 19-21, 21-12, 21-13 in a gripping match lasting 49 minutes. In another semifinal, the duo of Vansh Dev and Shravani Walekar came from behind to beat their fellow Indians Bornil Aakash Changmai and Zenith Abbigail 16-21, 21-13, 21-19, also in 49 minutes. With both pairs from India progressing, the mixed doubles final is set to be an all-Indian showdown, ensuring a gold medal for the home nation.
In women's doubles, Aanya Bisht and Angel Punera secured a thrilling victory against Japan’s Anri Yamanaka and Sona Yonemoto, finishing with scores of 21-19, 22-24, and 21-15 in an intense 1 hour and 22 minutes match. They will now face off against Japan’s fifth seeds, Aoi Banno and Yuzu Ueno, in the final.
Meanwhile, other Indian players competing in the semifinals could not make it past their respective matches, thus ending their journeys in the tournament.
The event has showcased a series of remarkable performances from India’s rising badminton stars.
In the women's singles quarterfinals, unseeded Diksha Sudhakar delivered a stunning performance by defeating ninth seed Pimchanok Sutthiviriyakul of Thailand 21-11, 19-21, 21-9. Additionally, Dianka Waldia managed to overcome compatriot Rishika Nandi with scores of 21-9, 13-21, 21-12.
In the mixed doubles quarterfinals, India’s Bornil Aakash Changmai and Zenith Abbigail achieved a significant upset by beating the top-seeded pair of Bhavya Chhabra and Angel Punera with scores of 23-21, 21-17 in an all-Indian matchup.
The tournament, hosted by the Poona District Metropolitan Badminton Association (PDMBA) under the auspices of BWF, BAI, and MBA, has witnessed Indian juniors excel with impressive victories and significant upsets.
Point of View
It is evident that the rising talent in Indian badminton is a source of national pride. The impressive performances of our junior shuttlers at the Late Sushant Chipalkatti India Junior International Grand Prix not only highlight their potential but also inspire the next generation. With determination and skill, India is carving a name for itself in the world of badminton.
NationPress
31/08/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Indian players reached the finals in mixed doubles?
C. Lalramsanga and Taarini Suri, along with Vansh Dev and Shravani Walekar, reached the finals in mixed doubles.
Who are the Indian players competing in women's doubles finals?
Aanya Bisht and Angel Punera will compete in the women's doubles finals.
What were the scores of the mixed doubles semifinal matches?
Lalramsanga/Taarini defeated Sawada/Banno 19-21, 21-12, 21-13, and Vansh/Shravani defeated Bornil/Zenith 16-21, 21-13, 21-19.
What other notable performances occurred in the tournament?
Diksha Sudhakar upset ninth seed Pimchanok Sutthiviriyakul, and Bornil Aakash Changmai and Zenith Abbigail defeated the top-seeded pair in mixed doubles.
Who organized the tournament?
The tournament was organized by the Poona District Metropolitan Badminton Association (PDMBA) under the auspices of BWF, BAI, and MBA.
