India’s premier men’s doubles team, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, advanced to the quarterfinals of the China Open Super 1000 badminton tournament with a hard-fought straight-game victory over Indonesia’s eighth seeds Leo Rolly Carnando and Bagas Maulana.
The former World No.1 duo displayed tactical brilliance and mental resilience, clinching the match 21-19, 21-19. Despite trailing in both games, the Indians rallied with crucial point streaks to seal the win. Their performance was marked by sharp net play and well-timed smashes, keeping the momentum in their favor.
Meanwhile, India’s singles challenge ended as H.S. Prannoy bowed out in the second round after a 65-minute battle against sixth seed Chou Tien Chen of Chinese Taipei. Prannoy lost 21-18, 15-21, 8-21, despite a strong start.
With Satwik and Chirag carrying India’s hopes forward, fans are eagerly watching their journey in the tournament’s later stages.
