At the YONEX-SUNRISE India Open 2025, Malaysian badminton player Leong Jun Hao is set to face a significant challenge as he takes on China’s Li Shi Feng in the men’s singles Round of 32.
This match is anticipated to be a thrilling encounter, especially given Jun Hao’s previous record against Li Shi Feng, where he has lost four times.
Fans are hopeful for a victory that would mark a notable upset.
In the women’s singles, Japan’s Manami Suizu is also competing, with her match against Canada’s Wen Yu Zhang expected to be a quick and decisive affair, although specific details on the outcome are not yet confirmed.
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India Open 2025
The YONEX-SUNRISE India Open 2025 is taking place from January 14 to 19 in New Delhi, featuring a prize money of USD 950,000.
Top Indian players like P.V. Sindhu and Lakshya Sen are competing, and the event is being held at the KD Jadhav Indoor Hall in the Indira Gandhi Arena.
Key Highlights of the Tournament
Top Players Participating:
- P.V. Sindhu, starting her season after her wedding in December.
- Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, last year’s finalists aiming for the title.
- Lakshya Sen, looking for his first win of the season.
Tournament Status:
- Upgraded to a Super 750 event since 2023, making it a mandatory competition for top players.
- No Indian has won a title since 2022, adding pressure on the home players.
Competitive Field:
- 16 of the Top 20 players in men’s singles and 13 in women’s singles are participating.
- Defending champion Shi Yu Qi has withdrawn, but the competition remains fierce.
Matchups to Watch
Kidambi Srikanth:
Returning from injury and personal commitments, he faces Hong Yang Weng in the first round.
Men’s Doubles:
Satwik and Chirag are expected to perform well, starting against Wei Chong Man and Kai Wun Tee, whom they have a strong head-to-head record against.
Expectations and Challenges
- The Indian contingent is the largest ever, with hopes of securing a title.
- Early matches are expected to be challenging, with tough draws for the top Indian players.