Badminton Correspondent
Priya Nair covers badminton for 21.fun, from BWF World Tour results to player form, rankings and tactics.
The Badminton Association of India plans to roll out the BWF's new 3x15 scoring format across domestic competitions by 2026, aligning Indian badminton with global standards.
Three Indian shuttlers - Kidambi Srikanth, Devika Sihag and Rounak Chouhan - have booked their spots in the US Open Badminton semifinals, boosting India's medal hopes.
The Australian Open 2026 badminton draw has shifted significantly, with notable exits from Goh Jin Wei and HS Prannoy opening spots for promoted players.
Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty say their public comments on badminton's recognition have opened up a wider conversation about the sport's visibility in India.
Indian shuttlers PV Sindhu and Tanvi Sharma have both progressed to the quarter-finals of the Australian Badminton Open, boosting India's campaign at the tournament.
Malaysian shuttler Kean Wei is taking notes from badminton legends as he works to climb the world rankings and make his mark on the international circuit.
A top badminton player known as Jimmy has set his sights on Los Angeles as his next major goal, according to a report by The Star.
Malaysia's Aaron Chia and Wooi Yik have both expressed openness to pairing with new partners, seeing the change as an opportunity for personal and competitive growth.
Malaysian shuttler Ng Tze Yong is embarking on a fresh chapter in his badminton career, likening the experience to returning to school as he resets and rebuilds.
Malaysian badminton player Ee Wei has come through surgery without complications, with attention now shifting to the rehabilitation process ahead.
Indian shuttler Dhyan Santosh caused a notable upset at the Badminton Asia Junior Championships, defeating sixth seed Prempungpong, while Ruparelia also advanced.
Three Indian shuttlers - Devika Sihag, Rounak Chouhan and Kidambi Srikanth - have advanced to the semifinals of the US Open 2026, boosting India's badminton presence.
