After conceding the first game, Satwik and Chirag held their positions better, varied their returns and mixed lifts with sharp drives to disrupt Aaron and Soh’s rhythm. After the break, a couple of errors from Satwik and then Chirag allowed the Malaysians to extend the lead to 13-10. Satwik landed a fine smash but was caught in a flat exchange as Malaysia earned three game points and sealed the opening game at the first opportunity. Satwik and Chirag briefly took control by varying lifts with sharp drives and smashes. With the pressure lifted, Satwik and Chirag took an 11-9 lead with a four-point burst after a shaky start in the third game.

Source: The Telegraph December 19, 2025 17:01 UTC