We examine the detailed badminton schedule, events list, draw & live results table today at the 2023 Asian Games, which saw Indian men’s team qualify for Sunday’s final after their hard-fought 3-2 victory against South Korea in the semi-final
The Indian men’s badminton team has achieved an historic milestone at the Asian Games by securing a place in the final, marking the first time in the event’s history. They accomplished this feat by winning a thrilling match against the Republic of Korea with a score of 3-2, guaranteeing themselves at least a silver medal. This achievement is particularly significant as it represents India’s fourth medal in the men’s badminton team event at the Games, with the last one being secured 37 years ago at the 1986 Seoul Games when the Indian team, led by Syed Modi, clinched the bronze medal.
Asian Games 2023 badminton live results today, India vs China team event final schedule, date, time, score, draw, live streaming telecast
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2023 Asian Games badminton latest results, India vs China final schedule, date, venue, time, & key Indian shuttlers
In the semifinal tie, 2023 World Championships bronze medalist HS Prannoy, gave India an initial advantage by defeating Hyeokjin Jeon with a score of 18-21, 21-16, 21-19. Despite losing the first set, Prannoy, ranked seventh in the world, displayed his prowess by winning two closely contested sets against Hyeokjin, who holds the 47th rank in men’s singles. Unfortunately, India’s lead couldn’t be extended as Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, the world’s second-ranked men’s doubles pair, succumbed to a 21-13, 26-24 defeat against the fourth-ranked Seungjae Seo and Minhyuk Kang.
India once again took the lead when reigning Commonwealth Games champion Lakshya Sen comfortably defeated Yungyu Lee in the third match with a score of 21-7, 21-9, all in just 44 minutes. However, in the subsequent doubles match, Arjun Madathil Ramachandran and Dhruv Kapila faced a setback, losing 16-21, 11-21 to Wonho Kim and Sungseunhg Na.
India’s destiny ultimately rested on Kidambi Srikanth during a crucial singles match. However, Srikanth struggled against Geonyeop Cho during the opening set before losing it 12-21. Nevertheless, Srikanth made a remarkable comeback and won the match by score of 12-21, 21-16, 21-14. Ultimately, Indian men’s team emerged victorious by score of 3-2 and sealed their berth in the championship match. In the other men’s team semi-final, China defeated Japan by score of 3-1. Meanwhile, China will face-off against South Korea in the women’s team final on Sunday.
Asian Games badminton 2023: results & schedule
Men’s Team Round of 16 (28th September, 17:00 CST/14:30 IST)
- South Korea 3-1 Malaysia
- Mongolia 1-3 Nepal
- Hong Kong 3-2 Thailand
- Singapore 0-3 Japan
- Chinese Taipei 3-0 Maldives
Men’s Team Quarterfinal (29th September, 17:00 CST/14:30 IST)
- Indonesia 1-3 South Korea
- India 3-0 Nepal
- Hong Kong vs Japan
- Chinese Taipei 1-3 China
Men’s Team Semi-Final (30th September, 17:00 CST/14:30 IST)
- South Korea 2-3 India
- Japan 1-3 China
Men’s Team Final (1st October, 17:00 CST/14:30 IST)
- India vs China
Women’s Team Round of 16 (28th September, 09:00 CST/06:30 IST)
- Hong Kong 0-3 Chinese Taipei
- India 3-0 Mongolia
- Nepal 1-3 Maldives
Women’s Team Quarterfinal (29th September, 09:00 CST/06:30 IST)
- China 3-0 Indonesia
- Japan 3-1 Chinese Taipei
- India 0-3 Thailand
- Maldives 0-3 South Korea
Women’s Team Semi-Final (30th September, 09:00 CST/06:30 IST)
- China 3-1 Japan
- Thailand 1-3 South Korea
Women’s Team Final (30th September, 09:00 CST/06:30 IST)
- China vs South Korea
When & Where To Watch: live stream & TV coverage telecast
For those eager to watch the 2023 Asian Games men’s team final featuring India vs. China, fans have the option to tune into the live stream available on the SonyLiv App. Additionally, you can stay updated with the live broadcasts on the Sony Sports Ten 2, 3, 4, and 5 SH/HD channels.