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 | The Indian Badminton Story Over the last few days, an absolute prerequisite for a good story has taken over everyone’s veins. And while Tyrion Lannister’s last ever great speech might have something to do with it, it was Lisa Cron, who had previously pointed out its absolute significance in evolution over opposable thumbs. Subhayan Dutta |
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 | Sudirman Cup 2019 | Inconsistent Indian shuttlers leave fans little to be excited about After reaching the quarterfinals of the 2011 and 2017 editions, the 2018 Commonwealth Games mixed team gold medalists India have been pitted with 10-time Sudirman Cup winners China this time. However, their erratic and injury-returned shuttlers are instilling very little confidence in fans. Subhayan Dutta |
 | India Open | PV Sindhu, Kidambi Srikanth India's biggest hopes in star-less tournament With Saina Nehwal pulling out of the India Open, India’s title chances have highly narrowed down to two shuttlers - PV Sindhu and Kidmabi Srinkanth. Leaving aside the potential that the duo pack, their draws also make them increasingly favourable to reach the semis before any real challenge sets in. Subhayan Dutta |
 | Kidambi Srikanth's roller-coaster ride in world badminton After topping the BWF ranking chart in April, Kidambi Srikanth's performance graph in 2018 following the Commonwealth Games has nosedived and traversed unseen troughs. Srikanth ended the CWG with a silver medal after losing to Lee Chong Wei in the final, despite defeating him in the team event. Chiranjibi Pati |
 | Know Your Heroes | Sameer Verma - the small-towner who made it big Though Sameer Verma’s World Championships campaign ended after an early defeat against the legendary Lin Dan in the pre-quarterfinals, the match will be remembered for his audacious no-look shot that stunned the crowd. Ahead of Asiad, the World No. 21 talks about his preparation and chances. SportsCafe Desk |
 | PV Sindhu’s World Championship final is more than match; it is a date with destiny At a time when India was fading into mediocrity, a youngster emerged who would save the sport from falling into the depths of indifference as had happened to Indian football all those years ago.This would inspire a whole generation of athletes who would eventually become a force to be reckoned with. Faizan Qadiri |
 | Despite recent failures Indian badminton stands on verge of world domination Despite India ending Thailand Open with nothing to show in their cabinet yet again, the international badminton circuit remains largely to be conquered by a nation. A closer look at the five major tournaments held this year so far shows hardly any dominance by others that was once the crux. Subhayan Dutta |
 | Sayali Gokhale - Breaking the glass ceiling to bring in a revolution There is a sacred feeling once you cross past the corridor of Karnataka Badminton Association to reach the court of Prakash Padukone Badminton Academy in Bengaluru. The court is buzzing with the sweet sound of the shuttle and an anxious chatter around the court by the kids practising out there. Bastab K Parida |
 | PBL Analysis | Bengaluru Blasters eliminate Ahmedabad Smash Masters in five-match thriller The Smash Masters had a memorable debut season as the side ended their campaign on Saturday losing to Bengaluru, as the tie went all the way to the final match. After Sourabh Verma and Tai Tzu Ying gave them the lead, Prannoy failed to overcome Axelsen’s challenge as ASM succumbed to a 4-3 loss. SportsCafe Desk |
 | PBL 2018 | Ahmedabad and Bengaluru to square off for maiden final berth Ahmedabad Smash Masters and Bengaluru Blasters will leave no stone unturned when they take on each other in the second semi-final of the 2018 PBL. The winner of the match will take on an in-form Hyderabad Hunters, who beat Delhi Dashers in the semi-finals yesterday, in the final of the league. SportsCafe Desk |
