Saina Nehwal Retires from Competitive Badminton
Indian badminton star Saina Nehwal confirms her retirement from professional play, citing physical limits and a desire to move on after a decorated career.
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An Se-young's Dominance: Why She's Unbeatable in Badminton
Olympian Aparna Popat reveals the secrets behind An Se-young's incredible success at the India Open 2026. Discover how discipline and flawless execution make her a badminton machine.
India Open Scandal: SAI Faces Heat Over Stadium Failures
The India Open badminton tournament turned into an embarrassment as venue failures exposed administrative neglect. SAI faces tough questions over stadium maintenance ahead of World Championships.
Sen's Brilliant Run Ends in Asian Championships Quarterfinal
Lakshya Sen delivered a thrilling performance but fell short in the quarterfinals of the Asian Badminton Championships, exiting the tournament after a hard-fought match.
Mia Blichfeldt Criticizes India Open, Doubts World Championship
Danish badminton star Mia Blichfeldt calls India Open conditions unacceptable and unprofessional, questioning New Delhi's ability to host the 2026 World Championships.
BWF Addresses India Open Issues, Confirms Delhi for World Championships
The Badminton World Federation acknowledged problems with hygiene and animal control at the India Open in Delhi but confirmed the Indira Gandhi Stadium will host the World Championships in August.
BAI Defends India Open Amid Danish Players' Pollution Criticism
The Badminton Association of India rejects Danish players' complaints about playing conditions at India Open 2026, calling it a successful test event for upcoming World Championships.
Danish Shuttler Slams India Open Venue as 'Dirty, Unhealthy'
World No. 20 Mia Blichfeldt criticizes playing conditions at Indira Gandhi Stadium, warning of player safety risks months before World Championships.
Danish Shuttler Blichfeldt Slams Delhi Arena Conditions
World number 20 Mia Blichfeldt expresses dissatisfaction with the cleanliness and temperature at the India Open venue, which will host the BWF World Championships in August 2026.
Delhi World Championships Boost India Open: BAI Secretary
BAI General Secretary Sanjay Mishra says hosting the BWF World Championships in Delhi gives Indian players extra motivation to perform at the India Open. Read more.
An Se-young vs Chen Yufei: Badminton's Epic 28-Match Rivalry
Explore the intense 14-14 rivalry between An Se-young and Chen Yufei. How China's system is trying to solve the puzzle of the unbeatable Korean star. Read the full analysis.
Punjab's Young Shuttlers Excel at National Badminton
Young badminton players from Punjab shine at the Sub-Junior and Junior National Championships, winning 5 medals. Discover the rising stars and their journey to success.
Sindhu loses Malaysia Open semi-final to Wang Zhiyi
PV Sindhu's impressive run at the Malaysia Open 2026 was halted by China's Wang Zhiyi in a hard-fought semi-final clash. Get the full match report and analysis here.
Sindhu Loses in Malaysia Open Semifinal to Wang Zhiyi
PV Sindhu's comeback from injury halted in Malaysia Open semifinals. The Indian shuttler lost in straight games to China's Wang Zhiyi. Read the full match analysis.
PV Sindhu loses to Wang Zhiyi in Malaysia Open semis
Indian badminton star PV Sindhu's run at the Malaysia Open 2025 ends in the semifinals with a straight-games loss to China's Wang Zhiyi. Get the match details and analysis here.
Saina Nehwal: Olympic Medal Sparked Badminton Revolution in India
In an exclusive chat, Saina Nehwal reveals how her historic Olympic bronze transformed Indian badminton, her training secrets, mental strength, and a message for parents of aspiring athletes.
Padmaja Singh wins 7 titles at Jaipur badminton tournament
Padmaja Singh clinched a staggering seven titles at the Shri O N Dixit Memorial Winter District Badminton tournament in Jaipur. Tejeshwar Poonia, Nikhil Nath Yogi & Advita Sharma also shone. Read full report.
South Zone Inter-University Badminton Begins in Vijayawada
The South Zone Inter-University Men's Badminton Tournament 2026 commenced at KL University, featuring 896 players from 128 universities. SAAP Chairman outlined key sports initiatives. Read more.
Badminton Doubles Boom: 70% Rise in Entries Post Satwik-Chirag
Inspired by Satwiksairaj Rankireddy & Chirag Shetty's historic success, badminton doubles entries in India have skyrocketed by up to 70%. Discover how champions are reshaping the sport's grassroots landscape nationwide.
Badminton Doubles Boom: 70% Rise in Entries Post Satwik-Chirag
Inspired by Satwiksairaj Rankireddy & Chirag Shetty, Indian badminton sees a massive 70% surge in doubles entries. States report 10% annual growth as the sport's geography expands nationally. Read more.
Padmaja Singh dominates Jaipur Winter Badminton Championships
Rising shuttler Padmaja Singh won two titles and reached two more finals on Day 4 of the O N Dixit Memorial Jaipur District Winter Badminton Championships. Get all the results and highlights.
KBA's Bangarappa Seeks Resolution in BAI Tussle
Newly elected KBA President Raghavendra Bangarappa prioritizes resolving the long-standing conflict with the Badminton Association of India to ensure Karnataka's smooth participation in national events.
Jodhpur's Sanskar Saraswat Wins Guwahati Masters Super 100
19-year-old Sanskar Saraswat from Jodhpur clinched the Guwahati Masters Super 100 title, emerging from a non-traditional badminton hub and challenging the sport's established geography in India. Discover his journey.
Jaipur: Young stars shine at O N Dixit Badminton tournament
Rashi Singhal clinched the U-11 girls singles title at the Shri O N Dixit Memorial District Open Badminton tournament in Jaipur. Read about the thrilling semi-finals and finals action.
Nischitha: First Woman on Karnataka Badminton Association
Grandmaster Nischitha creates history by joining the Karnataka Badminton Association's executive committee. She also holds a record eight consecutive senior state women's doubles titles.
2026 Sports Preview: Fan Safety, Test Cricket, and Global Events
A look at the key issues facing sports in 2026: improving fan experiences, India's search for a Test No. 3, and challenges for mega-events like the FIFA World Cup. Can India clean up its act on and off the field?
Varsha Singh stuns top seed in Jaipur badminton quarters
Varsha Singh defeated top seed Aaradhya Dhingra in a thrilling U-17 match to reach the O N Dixit Memorial quarter-finals. Get all results from Jaipur's junior badminton action.
Himaksh shocks Siddhant Singh at Jaipur Badminton Open
Himaksh caused a major upset by defeating second seed Siddhant Singh on Day 1 of the Shri O N Dixit Memorial Winter Jaipur District Open Badminton Championship. Over 500 players are competing.
Shikha & Ashwini Clinch 87th Senior National Badminton Title
Shikha Gautam & Ashwini Bhat defy odds to win women's doubles at 87th Senior National Badminton Championships. Read their inspiring journey from obscurity to the top.
Vijayawada's Charishma Stuns Hooda, Wins Senior Nationals
Surya Charishma Tamiri, a 19-year-old from Vijayawada with no formal academy training, shocks top seeds to claim the women's Senior National badminton title. Read her incredible journey.
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