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Indian badminton faces a period of underwhelming performances, but Sankar Subramanian, a former junior World No. 1, expresses optimism about the future. Despite recent setbacks, he believes the next generation holds immense potential. Sankar emphasizes the need for improved grassroots programs, high-performance training, and comprehensive support systems to consistently compete at the highest level and regain India's dominance in badminton.

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty secured a bronze medal at the BWF World Championships in Paris, continuing India's medal-winning streak since 2011. Despite a strong start, they lost their semifinal match to China's Chen Boyang and Liu Yi. The Indian duo acknowledged their opponents' confidence and effective serving, while also reflecting on missed opportunities during the crucial third game.

BWF World Championships: Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty put in a fighting performance but gassed out as they took a second bronze after their defeat to China's Liu Yi and Chen Bo Yang

BWF World Championships 2025: Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty outclassed familiar rivals Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik with a devastating display of attacking badminton. The Indian duo progressed to the semifinals of men's doubles, assuring India of a medal in the world meet in Paris.

BWF World Championships 2025: India's Dhruv Kapila and Tanisha Crasto fell one step short of a historic medal at the world meet. The 17th-ranked pair los to World No. 4 Chen Tangjie and Toh Eewei of Malaysia on Friday in Paris.

PV Sindhu displayed remarkable resilience at the BWF World Championships, overcoming a shaky start to defeat Malaysia's Letshanaa Karupathevan in the women’s singles. After a tough first game where she trailed significantly, Sindhu rallied to secure a 21-19, 21-15 victory. This win propels the two-time Olympic medallist into the pre-quarterfinals, keeping her hopes alive for another world title.

Lakshya Sen's first-round exit at the BWF World Championships in Paris extends a challenging run, but there were glimpses of his old brilliance on Monday. Speaking to IndiaToday.in, coach Vimal Kumar says the 24-year-old must trust the process, play with conviction, and resist desperation to return to winning ways.