Resurgent Srikanth books Malaysia Masters final spot
KUALA LUMPUR: World No. 65 K. Srikanth's fairytale run at the Malaysia Masters continues as he booked his berth in the men's singles final today (May 24).
The former world No. 1 from India defeated Japan's No. 23 Yushi Tanaka 21-18, 24-22 in 49 minutes at the Axiata Arena in Bukit Jalil.
Reaching the final is a remarkable feat for Srikanth, who was forced to go through two qualifying matches to secure his berth in the main draw.
The Malaysia Masters decider tomorrow will be Srikanth's first final since the 2021 World Championships, in which he lost to Singapore's Loh Kean Yew.
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