Indian Tennis Star Ankita Raina Advances to Semi-Finals at ITF Event

India, 12 December 2025 — Indian tennis player Ankita Raina has successfully advanced to the semi-finals of the ITF Women's Circuit tournament in Navi Mumbai. Raina defeated her opponent, Australia's Olivia Gadecki, in straight sets with a scoreline of 6-4, 6-3 on Friday. The tournament, which is part of the International Tennis Federation's developmental circuit, has attracted talent from across the globe.

Raina's solid baseline game and strategic play were key to her victory against Gadecki, who is known for her aggressive style. This win marks an important step for Raina, who aims to improve her world ranking in the coming months.

The event in Navi Mumbai is one of several ITF tournaments hosted in India this year, providing valuable opportunities for Indian players to gain international experience and ranking points. With her current form, Raina is a strong contender for the title, which would be her first ITF title this year.

The semi-final match is scheduled to take place on Saturday, where Raina will face off against the tournament's top seed, Kristina Kucova from Slovakia. The outcome of this match could be pivotal for Raina's career as she looks to break into the WTA top 100 rankings.

The ongoing tournament highlights India's growing presence in the international tennis scene, with local athletes gaining more exposure and experience through such competitive events.