India At BWF Taipei Open 2025 Highlights: Srikanth Outclasses Subramanian; Anmol Kharb Suffers Defeat In Straight Sets

Tharun Mannepalli defeated Shogo Ogawa of Japan in the round of 32 21-17, 19-21, 21-12 to advance in the second round.

India's Aakarshi Kashyap loses To Hung Yi-Ting of Chinese Taipei in the round 32 of women's singles 21-9, 21-12.

Srikanth Kidambi has taken the early lead in this all-Indian clash, clinching the first set 21-16 against S Sanskar Subramanian. We're now into the second set.

Srikanth Kidambi has taken an early lead in Set 2, leading 9-4 after securing the first set 21-16. The momentum seems to be with him as he pushes forward in the second, while S. Sankar Muthusamy Subramanian will need to regroup if he’s to make a comeback.

In an all-Indian showdown, Srikanth Kidambi got the better of S. Sankar Muthusamy Subramanian in straight sets, winning 21-16, 21-15. Srikanth looked in control throughout, dictating the pace with sharp net play and pinpoint smashes.

His court coverage and clever use of deceptive drops kept the younger Subramanian constantly on the back foot, drawing errors at crucial moments. Subramanian tried to stay in the contest with deep clears and tight lifts, but Srikanth’s tactical clarity and shot selection proved too good. The experienced Indian wrapped it up in just 35 minutes on Court 4.

In another thrilling Indian showdown, Tharun Mannepalli triumphed over Japan’s Shogo Ogawa in the Round of 32. After a closely contested first set, Mannepalli sealed the win with scores of 21-17, 19-21, and 21-12, showcasing his skill and composure to move on to the next round.

The first set between Chia Hao Lee and Ayush Shetty is underway, with both players tied at 16-16 in a close battle.

In an intense Round of 32 clash, Ayush Shetty made a strong statement, advancing to the next round with a 21-17, 21-18 victory over Lee Chia Hao. Shetty showcased his skill, overcoming Lee's tough challenge in a hard-fought match. With this win, Shetty is now set to move forward in the tournament, ready to take on even tougher opponents in the upcoming rounds.

In the Round of 32 clash at 1:45 PM, India’s Meiraba Maisnam is set to face Canada’s Brian Yang.

Set 1 is underway in the Round of 32 clash between Meiraba Luwang Maisnam and Brian Yang, with the Indian leading 13-12 in a tight start on Court 4.

Meiraba Maisnam came out swinging, nicking the first game 23-21 in a tight scrap. But Brian Yang hit back hard, turning the tide with a 21-12 decider. The Indian gave it a proper go, but just ran out of steam in the end. One that got away.

Anmol Kharb Vs Thamonwan Nithiittikrai (WS) at 6:00 pm IST.

Rakshitha Ramraj Vs Sim Yu-jin (WS) at 6:25 pm IST.

In the women's doubles Round of 32, India's Rashmi Ganesh and Sania Sikkandar were outclassed by Japan's Rena Hirokami and Seika Hobara, going down 8–21, 10–21 in straight games.

India's Anmol Kharb is set to clash with Thamonwan Nithiittikrai of Thailand in the women's singles matches. The live action will start around 8:20 pm IST. The match will be played at Court 3.

Tung Ciou Tong is up against Riko Gunji in the women's singles and the first game is almost complete. After the completion of this match 15, Anmol Kharb will be up against Thamonwan Nithiittikrai of Thailand in match 16 on Court 3.

Anmol Kharb is in court for match 16 of women's singles against Thamonwan Nithiittikrai of Thailand. The game 1 is about to start.

Anmol Kharb lost her women's singles match against Thamonwan Nithiittikrai of Thailand in straight sets. She lost the match with the scores of 17-21, 12-21.

India's next player in the women's singles category in Rakshitha Sree Santhosh Ramraj. She will face South Korea's Sim Yu Jin in match 17 on Court 4.

Rakshitha Sree Santhosh Ramraj lost her Game 1 against South Korea's Sim Yu Jin in match 17 on Court 4. The match started on time but the Indian shuttler looked clueless in front on the Korean player. She lost the first game with the margin of 7-21.

Santhosh Ramraj lost game 2 against South Korea's Sim Yu Jin in match 17 on Court 4 with the margin of 15-21. After losing the match in straight sets, Santhosh Ramraj has been knocked out of the tournament.

The first day of the BWF Taipei Open 2025 ended with many unwanted results for Indian fans. That's all from our side. Join us tomorrow for the next round of matches. Until then, goodbye and take care!