John Of Matha and N.J Nampoothiri Clinch 60+ Men’s Doubles Title at Kerala Open

Dominant Victory in the Finals

John Of Matha and N.J Nampoothiri showcased an impressive performance to secure the 60+ Men’s Doubles championship at the Kerala Open, overpowering Eswaran Annamalai and Shaker G in a lopsided final. The match concluded with a score of 11-0, demonstrating the complete dominance of the winning duo. Right from the initial rally, John and Nampoothiri established their authority with accurate placements and consistent execution. They kept their strategy straightforward, minimizing risks and maintaining a lead without feeling pressured.

Their court positioning was particularly noteworthy. Both players exhibited excellent movement and effectively supported one another, cutting off angles and restricting their opponents' options. Eswaran and Shaker struggled to find their rhythm, forced into a defensive stance early in the match.

John and Nampoothiri dictated the pace, preventing lengthy rallies from forming. They swiftly closed out points while ensuring precision in their shots. Each point they won added to their momentum, making it increasingly difficult for the opposition to mount a comeback.

Despite attempts by Eswaran and Shaker to alter their strategy, the disparity in control was evident. The winners executed their game plan flawlessly, leaving no room for a shift in momentum. The final was wrapped up quickly, with John and Nampoothiri maintaining their concentration throughout. Their consistency and synergy as a team allowed them to finish the match without conceding a single point.

This victory underscored their experience and skill in managing the game from start to finish. Their performance in the final was marked by a clear strategy and strong teamwork. With this triumph, John Of Matha and N.J Nampoothiri claimed the 60+ Men’s Doubles title at the Kerala Open, highlighting one of the most commanding results of the tournament.

Kerala Open 2026 – Day 2 Key Results

100+ Combined Age Doubles: Chintan Sheth & Nilesh Desai defeated Firos Therath & Daniel David.

Open Men’s Doubles: Dev Shah & Shail Shah triumphed over Rayaan Taneja & Arunava Majumder.

50+ Men’s Doubles: Chintan Sheth & Nilesh Desai overcame Sujay Ravu & Ravu Badari.

Women’s Singles: Sanjana Sudhir bested Anshi Sheth.

Intermediate Men’s Doubles: Koritepati Vincent & Anjai Pemmasan defeated Sooryadas & Sandeep.

U18 Boys Doubles: Dev Shah & Rifah won against Rishal & Gilash.

Beginner Men’s Doubles (2.5–3.0): Ronald Raphael & Akhil beat Satheesan B & Nevin Abraham.

Women’s Doubles: Swetal Desai & Harini Suresh triumphed over Rachael Jones & Anshi Sheth.

Mixed Doubles: Arunava Majumder & Rachael Jones defeated Swetha Puyalraj & Suryakumar.

MVP: Arunava Majumder.