Yonex-Sunrise India Open 2025: PV Sindhu, Kiran George, and Satwik-Chirag Advance in Thrilling Matches
Malaysia’s Leong Jun Hao Stuns Fifth Seed Li Shi Feng in a Day Full of High Drama
BNH NETWORK
New Delhi -The Yonex-Sunrise India Open 2025 kicked off with intense action as former champion PV Sindhu, alongside Kiran George and the dynamic men’s doubles duo Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, secured hard-fought victories to advance to the second round at KD Jadhav Hall. The day also witnessed an upset, with Malaysia’s Leong Jun Hao ousting fifth seed Li Shi Feng of China in the men’s singles category.
Sindhu, making her competitive return post-marriage, showcased her class in a closely fought 21-14, 22-20 win against Sung Shuo Yun of Chinese Taipei. Meanwhile, Kiran George delivered a marathon performance, overcoming Japan’s Yushi Tanaka in a nail-biting 21-19, 14-21, 27-25 victory.
In men’s doubles, Satwik-Chirag battled through a tough challenge from Malaysia’s Wei Chong Man and Kai Wun Tee, prevailing 23-21, 19-21, 21-16. Mixed doubles pairing Dhruv Kapila and Tanisha Crasto made an impressive comeback after a shaky start, defeating Chen Cheng Kuan and Hsu Yin-Hui of Chinese Taipei 8-21, 21-19, 21-17.
Key Highlights
PV Sindhu’s Comeback: Despite showing signs of rust, Sindhu’s experience proved crucial as she maintained composure to seal the match against a resilient opponent. She now faces Japan’s Manami Suizu in Round 2.
Kiran George’s Grit: The Indian shuttler, a last-minute entrant, displayed incredible nerve to save three match points and edge past Tanaka in a thrilling contest.
Satwik-Chirag’s Resilience: The top Indian men’s doubles team overcame furious exchanges and relentless pressure to keep their tournament hopes alive.
Major Upset: Malaysia’s Leong Jun Hao stunned Chinese fifth seed Li Shi Feng in a sensational 18-21, 21-17, 21-17 win, shaking up the men’s singles draw.
Key Results
Men’s Singles:
Kiran George (IND) bt Yushi Tanaka (JPN) 21-19, 14-21, 27-25
Leong Jun Hao (MAS) bt 5-Li Shi Feng (CHN) 18-21, 21-17, 21-17
Women’s Singles:
PV Sindhu (IND) bt Sung Shuo Yun (TPE) 21-14, 22-20
7-Yeo Jia Min (SIN) bt Thuy Linh Nguyen (VIE) 19-21, 22-20, 21-5
Men’s Doubles:
Satwiksairaj Rankireddy/Chirag Shetty (IND) bt Wei Chong Man/Kai Wun Tee (MAS) 23-21, 19-21, 21-16
Mixed Doubles:
Dhruv Kapila/Tanisha Crasto (IND) bt Chen Cheng Kuan/Hsu Yin-Hui (TPE) 8-21, 21-19, 21-17
