Defending champion China stormed into the final of the 2025 Sudirman Cup with a dominant 3-0 victory over Japan on Saturday, thrilling the home crowd as they moved one step closer to a record-extending 14th title in the prestigious mixed-team badminton championship. The Chinese squad delivered a masterclass, sweeping all three matches in straight games…
Indonesia has secured a spot in the semifinals of the Sudirman Cup 2025 after a hard-fought 3-1 victory against Thailand in the quarterfinals. The Indonesian team will now face South Korea for a place in the final. The quarterfinal tie began with a setback for Indonesia as the mixed doubles pair of Rinov Rivaldy and…
The badminton world’s gaze will soon turn to the Taipei Arena as the 2025 Taipei Open, a Super 300 level tournament boasting a US$240,000 prize pool, is set to ignite from May 6th to 11th. For Singaporean badminton enthusiasts, this edition carries a weight of expectation and a glimmer of unprecedented hope, primarily resting on…
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Badminton stars Chirag Shetty and Satwiksairaj Rankireddy have been awarded the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award for their excellence in badminton. Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya presented the award to the duo in New Delhi on Thursday at the Sports Authority of India headquarters. The celebrated duo, previously named for the honour, were unable to…
Malaysia is set to face a tough challenge in the Sudirman Cup quarter-finals, having been drawn against the defending champions and tournament favorites, China. This news comes after Malaysia’s narrow 2-3 defeat to Japan in their final Group C match, which cost them the top spot in the group. The draw took place on Thursday,…
Host nation China cemented its position at the top of Group A in the Sudirman Cup with a 4-1 victory over Thailand. Both teams had already secured their spots in the quarterfinals, but this encounter determined the crucial seeding for the knockout stage. China began strongly in the mixed doubles, with the new pairing of…
Badminton is a highly dynamic and strategic sport that combines physical agility with mental acuity. One of the essential aspects of the game is its scoring system, which governs how players or teams win points and ultimately secure victory. Understanding the scoring system is crucial for players, coaches, and fans alike to appreciate the nuances…
The quarterfinalists for the 2025 Sudirman Cup have been decided with a day to spare, following the conclusion of the second round of group stage matches on Tuesday. Japan, Malaysia, Denmark, and Indonesia have all secured their places in the knockout stage after each recording two consecutive victories. They join the ranks of China, Thailand,…