Crasto was born in Dubai to Indian parents Tulip and Clifford Crasto from Goa. She attended The Indian High School in Dubai. In 2013, she made her international debut for Bahrain in junior tournaments.

Initial Achievements

Crasto won her first major BWF international title at the 2016 Bahrain International Challenge, partnering with Aprilsasi Putri Lejarsar Variella. She is ranked among the top UAE-based badminton players and became the youngest winner of the UAE Open tournament.

Historic Win at UAE Open

In 2017, at age 14, Crasto made history by winning the Indian Club UAE Open tournament in women's singles. She defeated Negin Amiripour of Iran. She was also part of Prime Star Sports Academy, which won the Shuttle Time Dubai Club Badminton Championship.

Transition to India

In 2018, Crasto shifted to India and represented Goa in Indian tournaments. She participated in the 2019 Badminton Asia Junior Championships and the 2018 and 2019 BWF World Junior Championships.

Joining the National Team

In 2021, Crasto joined the India national badminton team. She took part in the Uber Cup and Sudirman Cup tournaments. She was runners-up in mixed doubles with Ishaan Bhatnagar at the 2021 Scottish Open.

BWF World Tour Participation

In 2022, Crasto played her first BWF World Tour Super 500 event at the India Open. She competed in both women's doubles with Rutaparna Panda and mixed doubles with Ishaan Bhatnagar but lost in the first rounds of both events.

First Super 300 Title

At the 2022 Syed Modi International, Crasto and Ishaan Bhatnagar won their maiden Super 300 title in mixed doubles. They defeated compatriots Srivedya Gurazada and T. Hema Nagendra Babu in the final.

BWF World Tour Overview

The BWF World Tour, announced on 19 March 2017 and implemented in 2018, is a series of elite badminton tournaments sanctioned by the Badminton World Federation (BWF). The tours are divided into levels including World Tour Finals, Super 1000, Super 750, Super 500, Super 300, and Super 100.

Tanisha Crasto's journey from Dubai to representing India on international platforms showcases her dedication and talent in badminton. Her achievements continue to inspire many young athletes.