Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty Secure Semifinal Spot in BWF World Tour Finals

India, 14 December 2025 — Indian badminton duo Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty have advanced to the semifinals of the BWF World Tour Finals being held in Bangkok, Thailand. The pair secured their place after a decisive victory over the Malaysian team of Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik on Thursday. This marks a significant achievement for the Indian contingent, as Rankireddy and Shetty are the only Indian players to reach the semifinals this year.

The Indian pair displayed exceptional skill and coordination, winning the match in straight sets with scores of 21-16, 21-18. Their consistent performance throughout the tournament has been a highlight, showcasing their potential against some of the world's top-ranked teams.

Rankireddy and Shetty's progression to the semifinals comes after a series of impressive performances in the group stage, where they defeated teams from Indonesia and Denmark. Their success in the tournament underscores India's growing prominence in the international badminton scene.

The BWF World Tour Finals is one of the most prestigious events in the badminton calendar, featuring the top eight players and pairs across all categories from the annual World Tour standings. The Indian duo's achievement reflects their hard work and the supportive infrastructure for badminton development in India.

The semifinals are scheduled to take place on Saturday, with Rankireddy and Shetty set to face the Chinese duo of Li Junhui and Liu Yuchen. The Indian team is hopeful of continuing their winning streak to reach the finals.