Can Surya Charishma and Shruti Mundada Upset the Top Seeds in Semifinals?
Synopsis
In a thrilling display at the Senior National Badminton Championships, local favorites Surya Charishma and Shruti Mundada have upset the top seeds, advancing to the semifinals. Their remarkable performances set the stage for an exciting finish. Will they continue their successful run?
Key Takeaways
Surya Charishma and Shruti Mundada upset top seeds.
Surya won against Unnati Hooda in straight sets.
Shruti defeated former champion Anupama Upadhyaya .
Semifinals feature exciting matchups.
Junior players continue to shine in the tournament.
Vijayawada, Dec 26 (NationPress) In an exciting turn of events at the Senior National Badminton Championships, local star Surya Charishma Tamiri and seasoned player Shruti Mundada delivered remarkable upsets by defeating the top two seeded players in straight sets, advancing to the semifinals in Vijayawada on Friday.
Surya Charishma showcased her dominance against the top seed Unnati Hooda, clinching victory with scores of 21-12, 21-15 in a mere 36 minutes. Meanwhile, Shruti triumphed over the second seed and former national champion Anupama Upadhyaya, edging her out with a 22-20, 21-12 scoreline in 39 minutes.
In the upcoming semifinals, Surya Charishma will face Rakshita Sree, who made a comeback from a game down to win against world junior championships silver medallist Tanvi Sharma with scores of 16-21, 21-14, 21-18.
On the men's singles side, top seed Kiran George faced a tough match against 11th seed Rounak Chauhan, securing his place in the semifinals with a 21-18, 21-18 victory after 41 minutes.
Kiran's next opponent will be 2024 Odisha Open champion Rithvik Sanjeevi S, who defeated K Sathish Kumar in another quarterfinal match, finishing with a score of 21-13, 22-20.
The other men's semifinal will feature second seed M Tharun competing against unseeded Bharat Raghav. Tharun advanced by defeating Manraj Singh 21-13, 22-20, while Bharat triumphed over Ginpaul Sonna with scores of 21-17, 21-13.
In women's doubles, the top-seeded pair of Rutuparna and Swetaparna Panda were also eliminated in the pre-quarterfinals by Riduvarshini Ramasamy and Sania Sikkandar, who won with scores of 21-16, 21-19.
Earlier on Thursday, India's promising juniors Tanvi Sharma, Rounak Chauhan, and Tanvi Patri continued to impress during the Senior National Badminton Championships, achieving convincing victories against their opponents to reach the quarterfinals.
Tanvi Sharma, the world junior championships silver medallist, defeated 10th seed Devika Sihag with scores of 21-11, 10-21, 21-10, while Tanvi Patri overcame Parul Choudhary 21-14, 21-17 in the women's singles pre-quarterfinals.
Looking ahead, Tanvi Sharma will compete against Rakshita Sree, who outplayed Sneh Lamba 21-13, 21-11, while Tanvi Patri gears up to face experienced player Aakarshi Kashyap, who defeated third seed Anmol Kharb 21-18, 21-18.
Top seed Unnati Hooda and second seed Anupama Upadhyaya also secured their quarterfinal spots with contrasting victories. Unnati came back from a game down to beat M Meghana Reddy 19-21, 21-14, 21-12, while Anupama comfortably defeated Anvi Rathore 21-13, 21-5.
Point of View
The performance of local players Surya Charishma and Shruti Mundada at the Senior National Badminton Championships showcases the depth of talent in Indian badminton. Their victories over top-seeded opponents highlight the competitive nature of the sport in the country, inspiring upcoming athletes and reflecting the growing prominence of badminton in India.
NationPress
12 May 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the top seeds in the Senior National Badminton Championships?
The top seeds in the Senior National Badminton Championships include Unnati Hooda and Anupama Upadhyaya in women's singles.
What were the scores of Surya Charishma's match?
Surya Charishma defeated Unnati Hooda with scores of 21-12, 21-15.
Which players will face each other in the semifinals?
Surya Charishma will face Rakshita Sree, while Kiran George will compete against Rithvik Sanjeevi S in the semifinals.
What happened in the women's doubles category?
The top-seeded pair Rutuparna and Swetaparna Panda were eliminated in the pre-quarterfinals.
What notable performances were seen in the junior category?
Tanvi Sharma, Rounak Chauhan, and Tanvi Patri delivered impressive wins, showcasing the future of Indian badminton.
