Twitter erupts as India women clinch historic Badminton Asia Team Championships 2024 title

Published at :February 18, 2024 at 2:54 PM

Modified at :February 18, 2024 at 2:56 PM

(Courtesy : BAI)

India defeated Thailand 3-2 in the finals

The Indian women’s badminton team created history on Sunday as they won their maiden gold medal at the Badminton Asia Team Championships 2024 in Shah Alam, Malaysia. The team, led by two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu, defeated Thailand 3-2 in a thrilling final that went down to the wire.

With a convincing win over World No. 17 Supanida Katehong 21-12, 21-12, PV Sindhu gave India a perfect start. The two-time Olympic medallist used her powerful smashes and calm retrievals to overcome the rival she had trouble with before.

The young pair of Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand faced a tough challenge from Jongkolphan Kititharakul and Rawinda Prajongjai, who matched their speed and intensity. The rallies were close, and maybe nerve-wracking for the fans of either team, but the outcome of this match could not have been more thrilling.

The Indians were aggressive, with Treesa dominating the net. Even after losing the second game, the World No.23 pair held their ground, beating the Thai pair 21-16, 16-21, 21-16 to increase India’s lead.

Thailand fought back in the final after Ashmita Chaliha failed to impress in her match and the young doubles pair of Shruti Mishra and Priya Konjengbam, who stepped in for the injured Ashwini Ponappa and Tanisha Crasto, could not handle the pressure in the high-stakes contest.

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It was up to the 17-year-old Anmol Kharb to secure the victory for the team and save them from a collapse. The Faridabad-born player easily defeated her 19-year-old opponent Pornpicha Choeikeewong with a score of 21-14, 21-9.

The historic win sparked a wave of jubilation and praise on Twitter, as fans, celebrities, and sports personalities congratulated the Indian shuttlers for their remarkable achievement.

BAC Champions Team India 🇮🇳 Huge congratulations to our Womens Team 🫡. Special shout out to Sindhu akka, Gayatri – Terressa and very special Anmol for making this happen 🙌🏻 #teamevent #dreamevent #champions #India @BAI_Media
— Satwik SaiRaj Rankireddy (@satwiksairaj) February 18, 2024

Its a historic day for Indian Badminton as our Women's Team won their First- Ever Asian Team Championship Title. A brilliant display of perfect game by @Pvsindhu1, Treesa/Gayatri & Anmol Kharb! Hearty congratulations to our talented victorious players! pic.twitter.com/TFiDofXrpp
— Kiren Rijiju (@KirenRijiju) February 18, 2024

Too good from the girls 👏 Just one more statement on how well we have evolved as a team in the last few years and are a major force in these kind of big team events !! Too good 🤩#BATC #Champions
— PRANNOY HS (@PRANNOYHSPRI) February 18, 2024

What a special group of girls we have here!To the girls who had my back in the semi-final tie, and to the dedicated support staff who work tirelessly behind the scenes, this victory belongs to each and every one of us ❤️ https://t.co/qIeVqL2k9u
— Pvsindhu (@Pvsindhu1) February 18, 2024

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