India Secures Dominant 3-0 Victory Over Mongolia in Billie Jean King Cup

India's Resounding Win

Team India showcased an impressive performance, bouncing back with a decisive 3-0 victory against Mongolia during the Billie Jean King Cup (BJKC) 2026 held at the Delhi Lawn Tennis Authority Complex on Friday.

As hosts of the Group I - Asia/Oceania matches, India has recorded two wins and two losses so far, with their final match against Korea Republic scheduled for Saturday. Zeel Desai stepped in for Vaishnavi Adkar in the first singles match, and both Desai and Sahaja Yamalapalli delivered flawless performances, winning their matches with identical scores of 6-0, 6-0. Adkar teamed up with Rutuja Bhosale in the doubles, where they triumphed 6-1, 6-0, completing a clean sweep.

India's Commanding Display

In their inaugural encounter against Mongolia, Desai set the pace with a dominant display, defeating Anu-Vjin Gantor 6-0, 6-0 in just 37 minutes, leaving her opponent with little opportunity to respond.

Yamalapalli followed suit with another commanding performance, overpowering Jargal Altansarnai 6-0, 6-0.

The doubles match saw Adkar and Bhosale maintain India's dominance, winning 6-1, 6-0 against Khongorzul Aldarkhishig and Jargal Altansarnai. The Indian duo worked seamlessly together, taking control early and never allowing their opponents to find their rhythm, culminating in a nearly perfect outing for the home team.

Other Group I Matches

In other matches, Korea Republic faced Indonesia in a battle between the top two teams, with their head-to-head record tied at 5-5. Korea took an early advantage as Dayeon Back continued her unbeaten streak in the tournament, narrowly defeating Priska Madelyn Nugroho 7-5, 3-6, 6-2, with additional matches still to be played.

Meanwhile, Thailand was on track for a win against New Zealand, leading 1-0 despite a 3-5 deficit in their head-to-head record. Anchisa Chanta secured the lead with a 6-2, 6-3 victory over Aishi Das. In the second singles match, Patcharin Cheapchandej and Valentina Ivanov were engaged in a tight contest, with the Thai player ahead 6-2, 3-6, 4-0 after achieving two breaks of serve.

All six teams are competing in a round-robin format through Saturday, with the top two teams advancing to the next round.

Match Results from Thursday

India vs. Mongolia

Zeel Desai (IND) defeated Anu-Vjin Gantor (MGL) 6-0, 6-0

Sahaja Yamalapalli (IND) defeated Jargal Altansarnai (MGL) 6-0, 6-0

Vaishnavi Adkar/Rutuja Bhosale (IND) defeated Khongorzul Aldarkhishig/Jargal Altansarnai (MGL) 6-1, 6-0

Korea Republic vs. Indonesia

Dayeon Back (KOR) defeated Priska Madelyn Nugroho (INA) 7-5, 3-6, 6-2

Other matches are ongoing.

Thailand vs. New Zealand

Anchisa Chanta (THA) defeated Aishi Das (NZL) 6-2, 6-3

Patcharin Cheapchandej (THA) vs. Valentina Ivanov (NZL) 6-2, 3-6, 4-0 (in progress)

Doubles matches are also ongoing.