Achi news desk-
Guwahati: The Indian women’s badminton team secured their place in the quarter-finals of the 2024 BWF Thomas and Uber Cup with a resounding 4-1 win over Singapore in their Group A clash held in Chengdu, China on Sunday, April 28. Ashmita Khalia’s loss in the first game, Israni Baru completed the turnaround by winning her game to give India a 2-1 lead.
After a 4-1 win over Canada in their opening group match, India faced an early setback as Singapore’s Yeo Jia Min beat Chaliha 21-15, 21-18 in the first singles match.
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However, the Indian team quickly bounced back as national champions Priya Kunjengbam and Shruti Mishra won the doubles rubber, beating Xiao An Heng and Yu Jia Jin 21-15, 21-16. This victory leveled the score and set the stage for a remarkable comeback by the Indian team.
Barua then put India ahead by defeating Insira Khan 21-13, 21-16 in just 31 minutes. The Indian dominance continued as former junior national champions Simran Singhi and Ritika Thakkar secured a comprehensive 21-8, 21-11 victory over Yi Ting Elsa Lai and Michelle Zahn in the second doubles match, sealing the tie for India.
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Anmol Harab maintained her unbeaten record in the third and final singles with a solid 21-15, 21-13 victory over Lee Shin Yi Meegan, which added to India’s urgent victory.
With this win, India earned a place in the quarter-finals. They will now face the mighty Chinese side in their final group meeting on Tuesday, looking to continue their winning momentum.
