Indian Shuttlers Rankireddy and Shetty Face Hard-Fought Defeat in China Masters Men’s Doubles Final
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Indian badminton duo Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty faced a resilient battle in the China Masters men’s doubles final against Chinese rivals Liang Wei Keng and Wang Chang. Despite showcasing tenacity and securing the second game after a first-game setback, the Indian pair eventually succumbed in a gripping one-hour, 11-minute encounter, yielding the title decider 19-21.
Rankireddy and Shetty, vying for their second BWF Super 750 title, encountered an uphill struggle against the world number one Chinese pair. Despite the Indian duo’s attempt at a turnaround, the Chinese shuttlers managed to seize control, avenging their previous loss to the Indians at the Asian Games.
The final witnessed fluctuating fortunes as the Indian shuttlers struggled to deliver their best performance, facing intense pressure from Liang and Wang. Satwik’s defensive play faltered under the duo’s persistent onslaught, while Wang showcased exceptional front-court dominance over Chirag.
The match displayed skillful placement and varied pace as both pairs strategically maneuvered, emphasizing angles and precision over smashes. Liang and Wang, maintaining a head-to-head advantage, capitalized on the Indians’ slow start, claiming crucial points with relentless attacks.
Though the Indians rallied in the second game to level the scoreline, they faced a series of unforced errors in the deciding game. Falling behind 1-8 initially, they struggled to close the gap as the Chinese pair surged ahead.
Despite an impressive comeback, saving multiple championship points, the Indians fell short as the Chinese ultimately clinched victory with a remarkable display of control and precision on court.
Rankireddy and Shetty have had a stellar year, securing victories at the Badminton Asian Championships, Indonesia Super 1000, Korea Super 500, Swiss Super 300, and the Asian Games gold medal. Their journey in the BWF World Tour represents a testament to their skill and prowess on the badminton court.
The BWF World Tour, categorized into six levels based on prize money and ranking points, includes the World Tour Finals, four Super 1000, six Super 750, seven Super 500, and 11 Super 300 tournaments. Each level offers varying points and prize pools, with the Super 1000 level offering the highest.
Rankireddy and Shetty’s valiant effort in the China Masters men’s doubles final highlights their resilience and competitive spirit, positioning them as formidable contenders in the global badminton circuit.
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