Saina Nehwal Praises PV Sindhu's Skills and Discusses Ranking Changes

Nehwal Highlights Sindhu's Strengths

Saina Nehwal, the former badminton star, has expressed admiration for her fellow player PV Sindhu, emphasizing their shared aggressive playing styles. Nehwal pointed out that Sindhu's height provides her with a significant advantage on the court. Although Nehwal has retired, she remains optimistic about Sindhu's fitness and hopes for her continued success in competitions.

Nehwal remarked, "Both Sindhu and I have a strong attacking game. Her height is a major asset, allowing her to reach the shuttlecock quickly. Fortunately, she has kept herself in excellent shape, and I wish for her to maintain her previous level of performance."

She also mentioned the upcoming changes to the ranking points system, stating, "Next year, the ranking points will shift to a 15x3 format, which will undoubtedly benefit players. The key to our success has been our relentless attitude; our skills in rallying and smashing have always been strong."

Sindhu's Recent Performance

PV Sindhu, a two-time Olympic medalist, recently participated in the Thailand Open, where she was eliminated in the quarterfinals by Akane Yamaguchi. Following this event, Sindhu opted out of the Malaysia Masters 2026, a tournament she previously won in 2013 and 2016.