Japan Open Badminton 2025: Dates, venue, where to watch; PV Sindhu, Lakshya Sen, Chirag-Satwik among top Indian stars in action
Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium
in Tokyo, Japan, and will run until July 20.
PV Sindhu, a two-time Olympic medallist, has had a tough 2025 season on the
BWF World Tour
. Her standout performance this year came at the India Open in January, where she reached the quarter-finals. Since then, she has faced a string of early exits, including four first-round losses, before managing back-to-back Round of 16 appearances at the Singapore and Indonesia Opens.
Lakshya Sen, who narrowly missed a medal at the Paris 2024 Olympics, finishing fourth, has also struggled for form. He has been knocked out in the first round five times this year, with his best result being a quarter-final finish at the All England Open.
by Taboola
by Taboola
Sponsored Links
Sponsored Links
Promoted Links
Promoted Links
You May Like
이 게임은 대부분의 TV 프로그램보다 더 재미있어요 – 게다가 무료예요.
Raid: Shadow Legends
플레이하기
Undo
On the doubles front, Chirag Shetty and Satwiksairaj Rankireddy, the reigning Asian Games champions, have made it to three semi-finals and a quarter-final at the Indonesia Open, but are yet to claim a title this season.
BWF Japan Open 2025 Schedule
First Round: July 15–16
Second Round: July 17
Quarter-finals: July 18
Semi-finals: July 19
Final: July 20
Live Events
Indian Players at the Japan Open 2025
Men's Singles
Lakshya Sen
HS Prannoy
Women's Singles
PV Sindhu
Unnati Hooda
Anupama Upadhyaya
Rakshitha Sree Santhosh Ramraj
Men's Doubles
Chirag Shetty / Satwiksairaj Rankireddy
Hariharan Amsakarunan / Ruban Kumar Rethinasabapathi
Women's Doubles
Rutaparna Panda / Swetaparna Panda
Kavipriya Selvam / Simran Singhi
Where to Watch in India
Fans can catch the live broadcast of the BWF Japan Open 2025 on Star Sports 3 and JioCinema (formerly Hotstar). Additionally, matches will be available for free streaming on the official BWF YouTube channel.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Mint
19 minutes ago
- Mint
Meet Anshul Kamboj - Haryana pacer who took 10 wickets in an innings in Ranji Trophy, makes India debut in Manchester
Haryana pacer Anshul Kamboj was handed his India Test debut on Wednesday against England in the fourth Test at Old Trafford in Manchester. Kamboj, who was a part of the India A squad during their tour of England last month, was a late addition to the senior side after the visiting side were hit by a couple of injuries. Kamboj's debut comes in after pacer Arshdeep Singh was ruled out of the fourth Test due to an injury he suffered on his bowling hand at nets. India also made another two changes - Shardul Thakur and Sai Sudharsan replacing of Nitish Kumar Reddy and Karun Nair. Kamboj thus became the second Indian player to be handed his debut in the ongoing Test series. Sudharsan was handed his Test debut in the first Test in Leeds which India lost by five wickets. Born in Karnal, Kamboj made his first class debut for Haryana in 2022. The young pacer came into limelight when he took 17 wickets in 10 matches in their triumphant Vijay Hazare campaign in 2023. Kamboj's ability to exploit the subtle movement caught the eyes of IPL scouts and was signed by Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League (IPL). With very little chances at Mumbai Indians, Kamboj got traded to Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2025. He played eight matches for his eight wickets at an economy of exactly 8. His moment of magic came in November last year when he became just the third pacer in Ranji Trophy to take all 10 wickets in an innings against Kerala. For hi 10 wickets, Kamboj bowled 30.1 overs, including nine maidens and conceded 49 runs. For India A against England Lions, Kamboj played two games and picked up three wickets. But the highlight of Kamboj's stay in the United Kingdom was the 51 not out in the second game in Northampton in the second innings in a drawn encounter.
Time of India
19 minutes ago
- Time of India
Free Fire Max India Cup (FFMIC) 2025 online qualifiers stage: When & where to watch
Free Fire Max India Cup (FFMIC) 2025: After a gap of three years, Garena Free Fire has made a blockbuster comeback in India with the launch of the Free Fire Max India Cup 2025, also known as FFMIC 2025. This marks a fresh start for the Indian Free Fire Max esports scene and has sparked massive excitement among players and fans alike. With a whopping prize pool of Rs 1 crore, FFMIC 2025 promises intense competition, high-level gameplay, and a platform to showcase the country's best gaming talent. The rise of Free Fire Max after the ban This will be the first official Free Fire tournament in India since the game was banned back in 2022 due to security concerns. Now, Garena is relaunching the esports journey through Free Fire Max, the enhanced version of the original battle royale game with better graphics and performance. The Free Fire Max India Cup 2025 is not just a competition-it is a celebration of the game's return, aiming to elevate Indian esports to new heights. FFMIC 2025 prize pool and selection process To mark this grand return, Garena has announced a prize pool of Rs 1 crore for FFMIC 2025. The goal is to identify and promote the best Free Fire Max teams in India, giving them a shot at national fame and substantial cash rewards. The journey started with the FFC Qualifiers, held on July 13, 2025, where registered teams played 12 matches each. Only their top 8 scores were counted towards the final leaderboard, ensuring a fair and performance-based evaluation. Online Qualifiers Stage: Format, Date and Time Following the FFC Qualifiers, 48 teams have now progressed to the Online Qualifiers stage of the Free Fire Max India Cup 2025. This crucial phase will decide which teams make it to the national spotlight and move closer to the Grand Finals. Online Qualifiers Schedule Week 1: 26th & 27th July 2025 Week 2: 2nd & 3rd August 2025 Start Time Each day's matches will begin at 6:00 PM IST FFMIC 2025: Where to Watch the Livestreaming All the matches of the FFMIC 2025 Online Qualifiers stage will be livestreamed exclusively on the Free Fire Max Esports India Official YouTube channel. Fans can tune in to catch all the action live from 6 PM onwards. How the Online Qualifiers will work Week 1 Format (July 26–27) 48 teams split into 4 groups Each group plays 6 matches Top 9 teams from each group progress to Week 2 Remaining teams get eliminated Week 2 Format (August 2–3) 36 qualified teams from Week 1 Divided into 3 groups Top 6 teams from each group move to the League Stage The rest will be knocked out from the Free Fire Max India Cup 2025 Full List of 48 Teams Qualified for Online Qualifiers Here are the 48 teams that made it to the next round of FFMIC 2025: These teams will be battling it out for glory, recognition, and a chance to be crowned national champions. Free Fire MAX India Cup 2025 Format: Tournament Stages Explained The tournament will take place in four stages, each more competitive than the last. Here's a breakdown: Stage 1: In-Game Qualifiers (July 13, 2025) All registered squads competed, and the best performers advanced to the Online Qualifiers. Stage 2: Online Qualifiers (July 26 - August 3, 2025) The top 48 teams will now compete in this round, fighting for a place in the League Stage. Intense matches and elimination rounds await. Stage 3: League Stage (August 22 - September 14, 2025) This three-week-long round will see only the top 12 teams move ahead to the Grand Finals. The rest will be eliminated. Stage 4: Grand Finals (September 27 - 28, 2025) The best 12 teams from the League Stage will battle for the title of FFMIC 2025 Champion. The total prize pool will be distributed among the finalists based on their final standings. The FFMIC 2025 Online Qualifiers stage is shaping up to be one of the most thrilling phases in the history of Indian Free Fire esports. With the stakes higher than ever, and teams ready to give it their all, fans can expect explosive matches and non-stop entertainment. Don't miss the livestreaming of the Free Fire Max India Cup 2025 on the official YouTube channel and cheer for your favourite teams. Mark the date and time now, because the future stars of Indian Free Fire Max are about to be born! To stay updated on the stories that are going viral, follow Indiatimes Trending.
Time of India
32 minutes ago
- Time of India
IND vs ENG 4th Test: 'Could have been 3-0 up' - Ravi Shastri's warning for India in crucial Manchester Test
Captain Shubman Gill and teammates line up for the anthems ahead of Day 1 of the 4th Test Match in Manchester, England (Photo by) As India face off against England in the crucial 4th Test at Manchester, the stakes are higher than ever. A win for the hosts would mean that a series victory would be out of reach for India, but a win for India would mean that the series will be decided in the final Test at The Oval. Ahead of the day's play, former India head coach and legend Ravi Shastri made sharp observations about how the visitors can avoid a repeat of the heartbreak they faced at Lord's and level the series. Backing the Shubman Gill-led side to level the series and bounce back from defeat, the 63-year-old said, "India could have been 3-0 up for all you know, but they'll have to work hard in this session." He also warned the Indian side, who were sent out to bat by England skipper Ben Stokes , who won the toss and opted to bowl, to keep focus on the first 30 overs and not lose too many wickets. "This is the first time you're getting close to English conditions. It's overcast, there's a bit of grass on the surface. There's pace around in the form of Jofra Archer. So their main aim would be those first 30 overs. Don't lose more than three wickets, then take it from there," warned Shastri. Big questions for India before 4th Test: No.3 dilemma, Kamboj debut, pitch worries The veteran also warned that the hosts are probably the more threatening side in this match, "England are a more dangerous side when they can play both ways. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Why seniors are rushing to get this Internet box – here's why! Techno Mag Learn More Undo We know they can go full throttle at the top, they can go at four-and-a-half, five runs per over if they want," added the former head coach. India's luck in the toss has been far from ideal, with Shubman Gill failing to win a single toss yet since he took charge as India's Test captain. Poll Who do you think will win the 4th Test between India and England? India England Draw For India, Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul opened the game, as the visitors will look to get off to a solid start on Day 1 at Old Trafford Cricket Ground. With the unavailability of Nitish Kumar Reddy and Akash Deep, India have handed Haryana pacer Anshul Kamboj his debut. Sai Sudharsan has replaced Karun Nair in the playing XI as well. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
