Satwik and Chirag Exit China Open After Semifinal Defeat

The Indian men’s doubles team of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty faced elimination at the China Open 2025, following a defeat in the semifinals against Malaysia’s Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik on July 26, 2025. The match concluded with scores of 13-21, 17-21 after 42 minutes of intense play.

This semifinal marked the third appearance for the Indian pair in the final four of the Badminton World Federation (BWF) Tour. They had previously reached the semifinals at both the Singapore Open and the India Open. Their consistent performance has established them as a formidable duo on the international stage.

Chia and Yik will advance to the finals, where they are set to compete against Indonesia’s Fajar Alfian and Muhammad Shohibul Fikri. This matchup promises to be an exciting contest, with both pairs demonstrating exceptional skill and determination throughout the tournament.

As the tournament progresses, fans are keenly watching how the Malaysian team will fare against their Indonesian opponents. The China Open has showcased high-level badminton, further highlighting the competitive nature of the sport on the global stage.

The exit of Rankireddy and Shetty illustrates the challenges faced in elite competition, but their performances throughout the tournament have garnered attention and respect. The journey for the Indian duo continues as they look ahead to future events, aiming to build on their success and gain valuable experience in international badminton.