The last time Saina won against Tai Tzu was at the 2013 Swiss Open. Saina won an exceptional rally next but Ratchanok produced a brilliant straight smash and a cross court drop to move to 10-7. She soon drew parity after Ratchanok went wide and then grabbed a 14-13 lead when the Thai player went long. READ | Saina Nehwal to take on PV Sindhu in Indonesia Masters badminton quarterfinalsSaina’s return went long but she managed to stay at 18-18 after Ratchanok faltered at the net. Ratchanok saved one but Saina won an exciting rally next after her opponent went wide again.

Source: Hindustan Times January 27, 2018 08:52 UTC