India Advances to Davis Cup 2025 Group Stage

India, 20 December 2025 — In a decisive performance, India secured its place in the Davis Cup 2025 Group Stage by defeating Denmark in the World Group Qualifiers held in New Delhi on Sunday. The Indian team, led by captain Rohit Rajpal, claimed victory with a 3-2 win over the Danes. The tie was held at the RK Khanna Tennis Stadium, where India rallied after initially trailing 1-2.

Rohan Bopanna and Ramkumar Ramanathan played a critical role in India's comeback, winning their doubles match against Frederik Nielsen and Christian Sigsgaard. The victory was sealed by Sumit Nagal, who triumphed over Mikael Torpegaard in the decisive singles match.

This win propels India back into the Davis Cup's elite group, a significant achievement for the team after missing out last year. The victory also highlights India's growing prowess in the international tennis arena.

The Davis Cup, widely regarded as the 'World Cup of Tennis,' involves national teams from around the globe competing in a knockout format. India's advancement to the group stage allows them to compete with top-tier nations in the next phase of the tournament.

With this win, India aims to leverage its momentum and make a substantial impact in the forthcoming rounds. The team's performance will be crucial as they prepare to face stronger opponents in the 2025 Davis Cup Group Stage.