Squash World Cup Semi Final
India, the second seed, displayed their mettle as they battled their way to a hard-fought 3-1 victory (with a total of 17-11 points calculated from all the group matches) against Japan, who held the third seed, in a thrilling encounter at the iconic Express Avenue Mall on a momentous Thursday. The upcoming semifinals will witness India locking horns with Malaysia, while Japan will face off against Egypt in what promises to be an exhilarating showdown.
In the Group-A clash, Egypt managed to clinch a closely contested victory over Malaysia, prevailing 3-1 and securing their position at the top of the group standings. The reigning champions faced a formidable challenge as the match approached its nail-biting climax. Also Read : Indonesia Open 2023 Result : Sindhu loses to Tai Tzu in pre-quarters; Srikanth defeats Lakshya, through to quarterfinal
Undoubtedly, the shining star of India’s triumphant day was none other than Joshna Chinappa. Despite being ranked 72nd in the world, Joshna defied all odds and pulled off a stunning upset against the formidable Satomi Watanabe, who holds the 18th spot in the global rankings. Her remarkable performance not only leveled the tie but also injected a surge of confidence into the Indian camp, following Abhay Singh’s disappointing loss to Tomotaka Endo in the initial match.
Saurav Ghosal, the highest-ranked player in the World Cup at 17th place, left no stone unturned to further solidify India’s position. In the fourth rubber, Ghosal showcased his exceptional skills, sealing the tie in India’s favor and securing their spot in the prestigious last four.
India’s triumph, infused with courage and determination, stands as a testament to their unwavering spirit and relentless pursuit of victory. With their sights set on the ultimate glory, the Indian contingent now eagerly anticipates the intense clash against Malaysia, bracing themselves for an electrifying semifinal showdown that will captivate fans worldwide.
When and where is the India vs Malaysia Squash World Cup semifinal match taking place?
India and Malaysia will battle it out in the semifinals of the Squash World Cup on July 16, Friday at 6 PM IST in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
Squash World Cup Semi Final Squad-
Men: Saurav Ghosal, Abhay Singh
Women: Joshna Chinappa, Tanvi Khanna
When and where to watch the Squash World Cup 2023 semifinals live in India?
Live streaming of the Squash World Cup 2023 matches will be available on the JioCinema app and worldsquash.tv.
