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Badminton Asia C'ships: Dhruv Kapila-Tanisha Crasto Duo Leads India’s Charge With Win In Opener
Ningbo Olympic Sports Center: India’s top mixed doubles pair, Dhruv Kapila and Tanisha Crasto, made a winning start to their campaign on Day 1 of the Badminton Asia Championships at the Ningbo Olympic Sports Center in Ningbo, China.
Facing Thailand’s Phuwanat Horbanluekit and Benyapa Aimsaard, the Indian duo claimed the opening game 21-14. The Thai pair responded with a dominant 21-11 win in the second to force a decider. Regaining their early momentum, Dhruv and Tanisha closed out the match 21-15 in the final game.
The Indians now face a challenging Round of 16 clash against Malaysia’s Cheng Tang Jie and Toh Ee Wei, who currently hold a 2-0 head-to-head advantage.
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