India has announced a formidable badminton squad for the upcoming Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, with two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu and men's doubles stars Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty leading the charge. The selection was finalised by the Badminton Association of India after a thorough review of recent performances and world rankings.
Team Composition
The squad blends experienced players like Lakshya Sen, HS Prannoy, and Kidambi Srikanth with rising talents such as Ayush Shetty, Tanvi Sharma, and Unnati Hooda. India will compete across all five disciplines, with established pairs like Satwik-Chirag, Treesa-Gayatri, and Dhruv Kapila-Tanisha Crasto forming the core of doubles strength.
Building on Historic Success
The team aims to build on its historic performance at the previous Asian Games, where India achieved its best-ever badminton medal haul. The squad reflects a balance of experience and youth, with players selected based on consistent international results.
Sindhu leads the women's singles, while Lakshya Sen and Ayush Shetty headline men's singles. The men's doubles remains anchored by Satwik-Chirag, with other combinations like Hariharan Amsakarunan and M.R. Arjun adding depth. In women's doubles, Treesa Jolly-Gayatri Gopichand and Kavipriya-Simran will compete, while Kapila-Crasto feature in mixed doubles.
Officials Express Confidence
Officials believe the squad showcases India's growing strength across categories. As BAI General Secretary Sanjay Mishra stated, "Indian badminton today is in a position where success is being shaped not just by individual excellence, but by the growing depth of talent across categories. Over the last few months, we have seen encouraging signs across the board, Satwik-Chirag back to their best, Lakshya returning to the world's top 10, the men's team reaching another Thomas Cup podium, Sindhu and our senior players delivering consistently, and younger athletes stepping up with strong performances and important results internationally. This squad reflects that journey, a blend of experience, depth and emerging talent, and we believe it has the quality and character to compete strongly at the Asian Games and make the country proud."
India, which has 13 Asian Games badminton medals overall, will aim to improve on its recent breakthrough gold and strong team showing.
Full Squad Lists
Team Championship
- Men's: Lakshya Sen, Ayush Shetty, H.S. Prannoy, Kidambi Srikanth, Tharun Mannepalli, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy, Chirag Shetty, Hariharan Amsakarunan, M.R. Arjun, Dhruv Kapila
- Women's: PV Sindhu, Unnati Hooda, Devika Sihag, Tanvi Sharma, Isharani Baruah, Treesa Jolly, Gayatri Gopichand Pullela, Kavipriya Selvam, Simran Singhi, Tanisha Crasto
Individual Championship
- Men's Singles: Lakshya Sen, Ayush Shetty
- Women's Singles: PV Sindhu, Unnati Hooda
- Men's Doubles: Satwiksairaj Rankireddy / Chirag Shetty; Hariharan Amsakarunan / M.R. Arjun
- Women's Doubles: Treesa Jolly / Gayatri Gopichand Pullela; Kavipriya Selvam / Simran Singhi
- Mixed Doubles: Dhruv Kapila / Tanisha Crasto
With a mix of proven champions and emerging stars, India's badminton squad is poised to make a strong impact at the Asian Games.
