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Lakshya Rajesh Stuns Thai No.1; India’s U17 & U15 Stars Confirm 5 Medals in China

Shivansh Rana | 3 min read | 2 weeks ago | Oct 25, 2025 03:11 pm IST
Lakshya Rajesh Stuns Thai No.1; India's U17 & U15 Stars Confirm 5 Medals in China

Lakshya Rajesh’s Stunner Over Top Seed; India Guarantees 5 Medals at Asia Junior Championships

What a day for Indian badminton! Our junior shuttlers are absolutely on fire at the Badminton Asia U17 & U15 Junior Championships 2025 in Chengdu, China. On October 25, they didn’t just compete. They dominated, securing at least five medals in a stunning display of talent and grit.

Key Takeaways

  • India has guaranteed a minimum of five medals at the 2025 Asia Junior Championships.
  • Lakshya Rajesh pulled off a massive upset, defeating the U17 top seed from Thailand.
  • Four other Indian players and pairs have stormed into the semifinals across different categories.
  • This is one of India’s strongest performances at the continental junior event in recent years.

The Upset That Sent Shockwaves

Look, this is the story everyone’s talking about. Lakshya Rajesh faced the top seed, Thailand’s Lalita Sattayathadakoon, in the U17 girls’ singles quarterfinals. And it was an absolute nail-biter. After losing the first game 11-21, you might have thought it was over. But Lakshya dug deep. She fought back with incredible determination to win the next two games 21-16 and 21-19. It was a thrilling comeback that booked her a semifinal spot and guaranteed a medal.

India’s Future Stars Are Shining Bright

And it wasn’t just Lakshya. The entire 36-member squad is putting on a show. The medal rush is real.

  • In the U17 girls’ singles, Diksha Sudhakar also secured her place in the semis.
  • Jagsher Singh Khangurra is making waves in the U17 boys’ singles, also advancing to the final four.
  • And in the U15 category, Shaina Manimuthu proved her mettle by reaching the semifinals.

The U17 mixed doubles pair of Jangjeet Singh Kajla and Jananika Ramesh also moved forward after their Chinese opponents retired mid-match, adding another confirmed medal to India’s tally.

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What This Incredible Performance Means

So, why is this a big deal? This isn’t just about a few wins. It’s a statement. Having five confirmed medals at this stage of a major continental tournament shows the incredible depth of talent coming through India’s badminton system. From the U15s to the U17s, our players are not just participating. They are challenging the best in Asia and winning. This performance in Chengdu is shaping up to be one of India’s most successful campaigns ever at these championships.

The tournament wraps up on October 26, and our young stars are hungry for more than just bronze. They’re aiming for gold. With five shots at the finals, the excitement is off the charts. Who are you most excited to watch in the semifinals?