HS Prannoy makes his return at the Malaysia Open 2025, with key participation from Lakshya Sen and other Indian players. The tournament will be broadcast via live streaming on Jio Cinema and Disney+ Hotstar, and on Sports 18 channels in India. This event is the start of the 2025 BWF World Tour, promising exciting matches in badminton.
The much-anticipated Malaysia Open 2025 badminton tournament is set to commence on Tuesday at the Stadium Axiata Arena in Kuala Lumpur, marking the competitive return of Indian badminton star HS Prannoy since his participation in the Paris 2024 Olympics. This event is a BWF Super 1000 tournament and will feature both live streaming and telecast options for fans in India. Notably, HS Prannoy, currently ranked 26th in the world, last competed in the round of 16 at the Paris Games, where he was defeated by fellow Indian player Lakshya Sen, who is currently ranked 12th in the world.
Lakshya Sen will also be present in the Malaysia Open, having recently competed at the King Cup International Badminton Open in China, where he secured a third-place finish. Joining him in the men’s singles is Priyanshu Rajawat, a member of India’s Thomas Cup-winning team. Meanwhile, India’s representation in the men’s doubles category consists of the pairing of Chirag Shetty and Satwiksairaj Rankireddy, who have achieved a world ranking of ninth and earned the seventh seed designation for this tournament.
In the women’s singles division, the Indian contingent is led by Aakarshi Kashyap, Anupama Upadhyaya, and Malvika Bansod, competing without the presence of renowned player PV Sindhu. Furthermore, the women’s doubles event will feature Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand as sixth-seeded competitors, fresh from their victory at the Syed Modi International tournament. Other notable pairs include Ashwini Ponnappa/Tanisha Crasto and the sibling duo of Rutaparna and Swetaparna Panda.
In mixed doubles, India presents three teams: Dhruv Kapila/Tanisha Crasto, Sathish Kumar Karunakaran/Aadya Variyath, and Ashith Surya/Amrutha Pramuthesh. Notably, the pairings of Sathish Kumar Karunakaran/Aadya Variyath and Ashith Surya/Amrutha Pramuthesh will meet in the opening round. The Malaysia Open 2025 is particularly significant as it is the inaugural tournament of the 2025 BWF World Tour.
In terms of availability for spectators in India, the matches will be streamed live on Jio Cinema and Disney+ Hotstar. Additionally, viewers can watch the live telecast on the Sports 18-3 and Sports 18-1 HD channels. The Malaysian tournament promises to be an exciting showcase of badminton talent.
The Malaysia Open is an esteemed event on the Badminton World Federation (BWF) calendar, classified as a Super 1000 tournament, which signifies a high level of competition and prestige. The tournament serves as a platform for top-ranked players to display their skills and vie for ranking points, essential for qualification in subsequent international events including the Olympics. With notable Indian players making their mark in the tournament, the expectations are high for a captivating week of badminton.
The Malaysia Open 2025 is set to highlight the prowess of Indian badminton players, with HS Prannoy and Lakshya Sen leading the men’s singles charge, while the women’s category presents strong contenders despite the absence of PV Sindhu. The live streaming and telecast options ensure that fans across India have access to the matches. This tournament not only marks the return of prominent players but also sets the tone for the 2025 BWF World Tour, making it a key event in the badminton calendar.
Original Source: olympics.com
