Indian Shuttlers Shine at Badminton Asia Juniors Championships 2025

India's young badminton talents, Tanvi Sharma and Vennala Kalagotla, have made headlines by reaching the semifinals of the Badminton Asia Juniors Individual Championships 2025 in Solo, Indonesia. Tanvi, the second seed, showcased her prowess by defeating Indonesia's Thalita Ramadhani Wiryawan, while Vennala overcame a tough challenge from Thailand's Janyaporn Meepanthong. Both players are now set to face Chinese opponents in the semifinals, marking a significant step in their badminton careers as they prepare for the upcoming BWF Junior World Championships.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jul 26, 2025, 02:07 IST

Impressive Performances by Indian Players

In Solo, Indonesia, on July 25, India's talented badminton players, Tanvi Sharma and Vennala Kalagotla, have made remarkable strides at the Badminton Asia Juniors Individual Championships 2025, successfully reaching the semifinals, as reported by the Badminton Association of India (BAI).

Tanvi, the second seed, showcased her exceptional skills in the women's singles category, overcoming Indonesia's fifth seed, Thalita Ramadhani Wiryawan, with a score of 21-19, 21-14 in a quick 35-minute match. Throughout the tournament, Tanvi has displayed consistent excellence, winning all her matches in straight sets.

Vennala Kalagotla also advanced to the semifinals after a tough battle against Thailand's Janyaporn Meepanthong, which lasted 58 minutes. Vennala secured the first game 21-18, but Janyaporn retaliated, taking the second game 21-17, leading to a decisive third game. In a thrilling finish, Vennala triumphed with a score of 21-18, 17-21, 21-17.

Both players are set to face Chinese competitors in the semifinals, with Tanvi matched against eighth seed Yin Yi Qing and Vennala going up against Liu Si Ya.

The championships, running from July 18 to 27, feature Tanvi Sharma alongside the junior world number one men's duo, Bhargava Ram Arigela and Viswa Tej Gibburu, who are also key members of the Indian team.

This continental badminton event is crucial as it serves as a preparatory platform for the upcoming BWF Junior World Championships, scheduled to take place at the National Centre of Excellence in Guwahati later this year.