PETALING JAYA: Datuk Misbun Sidek has been left impressed after his first day at the Hatsun Badminton Centre in Thiruthangal, Tamil Nadu, India. The 65-year-old will work alongside head coach Rajinikanth to help polish young talents at the academy, which was established in 2018. Datuk Misbun Sidek looking at the eight-court academyThough relatively new compared to other academies, their founders were inspired by P. Gopichand’s Hyderabad centre and their role in producing future champions for India. Datuk Misbun Sidek showing the trophies by the academy's junior talents. Datuk Misbun Sidek having a word with head coach Rajinikanth.

Source: The Star February 02, 2026 14:35 UTC