India’s women’s badminton team achieved a monumental victory at the SELANGOR Badminton Asia Team Championships 2024. In a thrilling final, India defeated Thailand with a score of 3-2, marking their biggest women’s team moment to date. Meanwhile, the men’s team from China dominated the final against hosts Malaysia with a clean sweep of 3-0.
The absence of Malaysia’s top two singles players, Lee Zii Jia and Ng Tze Yong, weakened their resistance against the formidable Chinese team. Leong Jun Hao and Eogene Ewe, playing in the first and second singles, fell easily to Weng Hong Yang and Lei Lan Xi, respectively. China showcased their depth as world No.5 Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik were defeated by Xie Hao Nan and Zeng Wei Han, ranked 90th in the world. The third game of this match was highly competitive, with a close score of 21-16 16-21 23-21.
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Anmol Kharb, the 17-year-old rising star from India, played a vital role in their campaign. Despite being only her second senior international event, Kharb displayed exceptional skills and dominated the fifth match against Pornpicha Choeikeewong, securing a victory with scores of 21-14 21-9. India had an excellent start with Pusarla V Sindhu overpowering Supanida Katethong in just 39 minutes. Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand Pullela followed it up with a hard-fought 73-minute win against Jongkolphan Kititharakul and Rawinda Prajongjai.
Thailand fought back strongly, with Busanan Ongbamrungphan defeating Ashmita Chaliha 21-11 21-14. The Thai duo Benyapa Aimsaard and Nuntakarn Aimsaard leveled the score at 2-2 by defeating Priya Konjengbam and Shruti Mishra. However, it was Anmol Kharb who ultimately sealed the victory for India.
Kharb’s outstanding performance was not limited to the final match. Throughout the tournament, she excelled in the third singles category, playing a pivotal role in India’s victory over China in the group stage and defeating Natsuki Nidaira of Japan in the semifinals.
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An ecstatic Kharb expressed her happiness at this historic win, stating, “It’s a big thing because history has been scripted here. Yesterday, it went crazy in India because beating powerhouses like Japan and China was such a big thing. Today, it will be full-on celebration in India and in the team as well.” She credited her success to the confidence and lack of pressure she felt during the matches. Kharb acknowledged the challenging opponents she faced and expressed her commitment to train harder in order to overcome tougher competitors in the future.
The Badminton Asia Team Championships also serve as a qualifying tournament for the TotalEnergies BWF Thomas & Uber Cup Finals 2024, guaranteeing the top four women’s and men’s teams a place in the finals.
FAQ
Q: What is the significance of India’s win at the SELANGOR Badminton Asia Team Championships 2024?
A: India’s victory in the women’s team event at the SELANGOR Badminton Asia Team Championships 2024 is a historic milestone for the country. It marks their biggest achievement in women’s badminton team competitions to date.
Q: How did India perform in the final match?
A: In the final match against Thailand, India secured a thrilling 3-2 victory. Anmol Kharb, a 17-year-old player, played a crucial role in India’s win by dominating the fifth match and securing the decisive victory.
Q: Who were the standout players for India in the tournament?
A: Anmol Kharb emerged as a standout player for India in the tournament. Despite her young age and limited experience, she showcased exceptional skills and played a pivotal role in India’s victories over China in the group stage and Japan in the semifinals.
Summary
India’s women’s badminton team made history at the SELANGOR Badminton Asia Team Championships 2024 by clinching the title. They defeated Thailand in a thrilling final, with Anmol Kharb playing a key role in securing the victory. The men’s team from China also emerged victorious, overpowering the hosts, Malaysia. This tournament serves as a qualifying event for the TotalEnergies BWF Thomas & Uber Cup Finals 2024, with the top four teams (both men’s and women’s) earning a spot in the finals. India’s triumph at this prestigious tournament is a significant milestone for their women’s badminton team and a cause for celebration in the country.
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