India's Padel Team Advances to the Semi-Finals at the Asian Padel Championship

India, 23 December 2025 — The Indian national padel team has secured a spot in the semi-finals of the Asian Padel Championship, following a decisive victory against Japan in the quarter-finals. The match took place in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, marking a significant achievement for the team on Friday. India's players showcased strong performances, winning the match 3-1, which qualifies them for the semi-final clash scheduled for Sunday.

The Asian Padel Championship is a prestigious event that brings together top padel teams from across the continent, and India's advancement highlights the growth and increasing competitiveness of padel in the country. The Indian team, captained by Anirudh Singh, showed remarkable coordination and skill, particularly in the doubles matches, which proved crucial to their success.

This progress to the semi-finals is seen as a testament to the efforts of the All India Padel Association, which has been working to promote the sport at the grassroots level. The semi-final match will see India facing off against the host nation, Malaysia, which is expected to be a challenging encounter.

The outcome of the semi-final match will determine whether India can proceed to the finals of the championship, which could be a historic moment for Indian padel. The sport, relatively new in India, has been gaining popularity, and such international successes are likely to boost its profile even further.