Sudirman Cup Finals 2025: PV Sindhu, Lakshya Sen & Satwik-Chirag Included in 14-Member Strong Indian Squad

The Badminton Association of India (BAI) has announced a 14-member-strong India squad for the upcoming Sudriman Cup Finals 2025, featuring the likes of PV Sindhu, Lakshya Sen, HS Prannoy, and the doubles combination of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty

The BWF Sudirman Cup Finals 2025 is scheduled to be played in Xiamen, China from April 27-May 4. India, who qualified for the prestigious mixed team championships based on their world ranking, will be eyeing to first seal their knock-out berth from a tough group.

BAI announce India squad for BWF Sudirman Cup Finals 2025

India has been drawn in Group D that also includes former champions Indonesia, two-time runners-up Denmark, and the formidable England. The Indian team will open their campaign against Denmark on April 27 before facing Indonesia on April 29 followed by the tie against England on May 1.

"The selectors have picked the best possible combination in all the five categories despite some injury worries. We are no longer dependent on one or two disciplines to win the tie and that makes us a formidable force in any team event. We are confident that the team will not only make its mark in the group stages but can go on to create history by winning a medal," said Hon. General Secretary, Sanjay Mishra.

Team morale is high following a strong showing at the recently concluded Badminton Asia Championships, where PV Sindhu gained valuable match practice, while the mixed doubles pair of Dhruv Kapila and Tanisha Crasto impressed by reaching the quarterfinals.

Lakshya Sen and HS Prannoy, both known for delivering strong performances in team events, will bring invaluable experience to the team. Meanwhile, the World No. 10 men's doubles duo, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, will return to action after an injury break, supported by the backup pair of Hariharan Amsakarunan and Ruban Kumar Rethinasabapathi.

Former national champion Anupama Upadhayaya, ranked 45th in the world, will be the second women's singles player in the squad. Additionally, the young pairing of Priya Konjengbam and Shruti Mishra is also in the mix after injuries ruled out India's top-ranked women's doubles combination of Gayatri Gopichand and Treesa Jolly.

India Squad for Sudirman Cup 2025

Men: Lakshya Sen, HS Prannoy, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy, Chirag Shetty, Hariharan Amsakarunan, Ruban Kumar R, Dhruv Kapila, Sathish Kumar Karunakaran.
Women: PV Sindhu, Anupama Upadhyaya, Tanisha Crasto, Priya Konjengbam, Shruti Mishra, Aadya Variyath.