With the Paris Olympics less than a year away, the countdown has begun — and India’s top badminton trio is on a mission. At the Japan Open 2025 Super 750, starting Tuesday, July 15, Satwik-Chirag, PV Sindhu, and Lakshya Sen are chasing one thing: a return to the podium.

India’s Big Three – Searching for Spark, Chasing Redemption

Once hailed as medal locks, all three stars have faced dips — some in form, others in confidence. But Tokyo could be the turning point.

Satwik-Chirag have been super-consistent but without a title in 2025. Semifinals in India, Malaysia, Singapore — but no finishes. Now, they eye that long-awaited gold.

PV Sindhu has struggled to find rhythm post injuries, but her pedigree and pedigree remain unmatched. Japan could reignite her journey.

Lakshya Sen, the youngest of the trio, has shown patches of brilliance but is looking for that one breakthrough to restore momentum.

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Squad depth Brings Depth & Hope

India’s squad isn’t just about the stars — it’s also packed with youth. Unnati Hooda, Anupama Upadhyay, Rakshitha Ramraj and the Panda sisters represent India’s future.

Men’s doubles pair Hariharan Amsakarunan and Ruban Kumar will aim to soak in experience in a world-class field.


Full India Squad – Japan Open 2025

Men’s Singles:

Lakshya Sen


Women’s Singles:

PV Sindhu

Unnati Hooda

Anupama Upadhyay

Rakshitha Ramraj


Men’s Doubles:

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy / Chirag Shetty

Hariharan Amsakarunan / Ruban Kumar


Women’s Doubles:

Kavipriya Selvam / Simran Singhi

Rutaparna Panda / Swetaparna Panda

Mixed doubles :
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Tokyo Calling: Stakes Are Higher Than Ever

Japan has been a stage of highs and heartbreaks for Indian shuttlers — Olympic bronze for Sindhu, group-stage exit for Satwik-Chirag. Now, the trio returns to Tokyo with a point to prove.

The Japan Open 2025 could define the tone for the rest of the season — and maybe even shape India’s Olympic narrative.

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