Indian Badminton Team Advances to Semifinals at Asian Games

India, 27 December 2025 — The Indian badminton team secured a spot in the semifinals of the 2025 Asian Games after defeating Malaysia in a thrilling quarterfinal match on Tuesday. The event took place in Nagoya, Japan, where the Indian contingent showcased a dominating performance, winning 3-2. The men's doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty played a crucial role by winning their match, setting the tone for the team's success.
Star singles player Lakshya Sen also contributed significantly with a straight-set victory, adding to India's tally. This progression to the semifinals marks an important achievement for the Indian badminton team, as they aim to clinch their first gold medal in this discipline at the Asian Games.
The semifinals are scheduled for Thursday, where India will face the formidable Chinese team. The match is anticipated to be a challenging encounter, with both teams displaying strong performances throughout the tournament.
India's badminton coach, Pullela Gopichand, expressed confidence in the team's abilities and emphasized the importance of maintaining focus and strategy against their next opponents. The progress into the semifinals highlights India's growing prowess in badminton on the international stage.