PV Sindhu Shines at BWF World Championships, Enters Quarterfinals With Commanding Win
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Basel, Aug 28 (TTP): India’s badminton ace and two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu stormed into the quarterfinals of the BWF World Championships 2025 with a commanding victory over World No. 2 and second seed Wang Zhi Yi of China. Sindhu displayed composure, precision, and remarkable resilience to seal the match in straight games 21-19, 21-15 in just 48 minutes.
This victory extended Sindhu’s strong record against Wang, proving once again why she remains a formidable force on the global stage.
Sindhu’s Dominance on Court
Sindhu started the first game on a high, racing to an 11-6 lead at the mid-game interval. However, Wang Zhi Yi bounced back and took a slender 19-17 lead, putting pressure on the Indian. But Sindhu showcased her trademark fighting spirit, winning four consecutive points to seal the opening game 21-19.
In the second game, Sindhu maintained control right from the start. With an identical 11-6 lead at the break, she resisted Wang’s comeback attempts. A decisive run of points helped Sindhu stay ahead before finishing the match 21-15, securing her quarterfinal berth.
Sindhu will next face World No. 9 Putri Kusuma Wardani of Indonesia in the last eight. The two have met four times previously, with Sindhu holding a 2-2 record against the Indonesian.
Dhruv-Tanisha Stun Fifth Seeds to Enter Quarters
In mixed doubles, the Indian pair of Tanisha Crasto and Dhruv Kapila produced one of the day’s biggest upsets by ousting fifth-seeded Tang Chun Man and Tse Ying Suet of Hong Kong, China.
After dropping the first game 19-21, the Indians fought back brilliantly to dominate the second game 21-12. They carried the momentum into the decider, holding their nerves in crunch moments to clinch the game 21-15.
This win propelled Dhruv-Tanisha into the quarterfinals, making them just one step away from creating history as the first Indian mixed doubles pair to secure a World Championships medal. They will next face Malaysia’s Chen Tang Jie and Toh Ee Wei for a spot in the semifinals.
Satwik-Chirag Await Round of 16 Test
Meanwhile, men’s doubles stars Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty are set to face the Chinese pair Liang Wei Keng and Wang Chang in their round of 16 encounter later in the day.
Final Thoughts from TheTrendingPeople.com
India’s campaign at the BWF World Championships is shaping up with plenty of promise. Sindhu’s form is peaking at the right time as she eyes her sixth World Championships medal, while Dhruv-Tanisha’s run has sparked new hopes in Indian mixed doubles. With Satwik-Chirag also in action, the coming days could bring historic results for Indian badminton on the world stage.