Kuala Lumpur, May 23, 2025 – Indian badminton ace Kidambi Srikanth delivered a commanding performance at the Malaysia Masters 2025, storming into the quarterfinals with a straight-game victory. Srikanth defeated Japan’s Kenta Nishimoto 21-15, 21-17 in a 42-minute clash that saw him dominate with sharp smashes and strategic net play. The former World No. 1 looked confident throughout, maintaining control over rallies and exhibiting improved consistency — a trait he had been struggling with in previous outings.
In contrast, compatriot HS Prannoy’s campaign came to a disappointing end as he suffered a hard-fought defeat to Indonesia’s Jonatan Christie. Despite a valiant effort, Prannoy went down 19-21, 23-25 in a closely contested match that lasted just under an hour. His exit marks a setback for India’s hopes in the men’s singles bracket, but with Srikanth in strong form, expectations remain high as the tournament progresses.
