The Malaysia Masters Badminton tournament 2025 is set to ignite the international badminton circuit once again, bringing together top players from around the world in a fiercely competitive BWF World Tour Super 500 event. As one of Asia’s most prestigious badminton tournaments, it offers valuable ranking points, intense matchups, and a glimpse into the current form of players ahead of bigger championships.
For India, this tournament is not just another fixture on the calendar, it’s a crucial testing ground. With a strong contingent of both seasoned champions and promising young talents, India’s participation in the Malaysia Masters holds significant weight, especially as players eye qualification points for global events like the Paris Olympics and other BWF Super Series titles.
In this blog, we’ll take a close look at India’s full squad, provide a high-level fixture breakdown, and highlight the key matches to watch as the tournament unfolds. Whether you’re a dedicated badminton fan or a casual follower, this guide will help you stay updated and cheer on your favorite Indian shuttlers as they take the international stage in Malaysia.
India’s Full Squad for Malaysia Masters Badminton Tournament
India has fielded a formidable team for the Perodua Malaysia Masters Badminton 2025, a BWF Super 500 event taking place from May 20 to 25, 2025, at the Axiata Arena in Kuala Lumpur. The tournament offers a total prize pool of USD 475,000 and is a crucial opportunity for players to gain valuable ranking points. India is sending a robust and diverse contingent to the Malaysia Masters 2025, featuring some of the nation’s top badminton talents across all categories. Here’s a breakdown of the squad:
Men’s Singles
1. HS Prannoy
Known for his resilience and tactical gameplay, Prannoy is aiming to build on his consistent performances in recent tournaments.
2. Priyanshu Rajawat
An emerging talent, Rajawat’s agility and speed make him a player to watch. Current BWF World Ranking: 35 in men’s singles.
3. Kidambi Srikanth
Kidambi Srikanth is one of India’s most accomplished badminton players, renowned for his agility, powerful smashes, and tactical prowess on the court. He has been a pivotal figure in elevating Indian badminton on the global stage.
4. Ayush Shetty
Ayush Shetty is a rising star in Indian badminton, known for his agility, precision, and rapid ascent in the international circuit. Shetty has quickly made a name for himself with notable performances against top-ranked players
Women’s Singles
1. PV Sindhu
India’s top female shuttler and Olympic medalist, Sindhu is aiming to reclaim her dominance on the international stage.
2. Malvika Bansod
Her tactical acumen and consistency have been her strengths, and she’s poised to take on higher-ranked opponents.
3. Ashmita Chaliha
A left-handed player known for her deceptive shots, Chaliha is looking to make deep runs in the draw.
4. Aakarshi Kashyap
With a solid all-around game, Kashyap is aiming to break into the higher echelons of women’s singles.
Men’s Doubles
1. Satwiksairaj Rankireddy / Chirag Shetty
India’s premier men’s doubles pair, known for their explosive play and synergy on the court. Achieved the top spot in BWF men’s doubles rankings on October 10, 2023, the first Indian pair to do so.
2. Krishna Prasad Garaga / Sai Pratheek K
A young and dynamic pair, they bring energy and unpredictability to their matches. Reached the finals in men’s doubles, finishing as runners-up after a competitive match against the Taiwanese pair Lin Bing-wei and Su Ching-heng in 2023.
3. Hariharan Amsakarunan / Ruban Kumar Rethinasabapathi
Hariharan Amsakarunan and Ruban Kumar Rethinasabapathi are an emerging Indian men’s doubles badminton pair who have been making notable strides on the international circuit. In April 2025, the pair showcased a dominant performance in the group stage, securing straight-game victories over opponents from Sri Lanka and Bangladesh.
Women’s Doubles
1. Treesa Jolly / Gayatri Gopichand
This pair has shown promise with their aggressive play and coordination.
2. Tanisha Crasto / Ashwini Ponnappa
Combining experience and youth, this duo is looking to make a mark in the tournament.
Mixed Doubles
1. Rohan Kapoor / N. Sikki Reddy
With a blend of power and finesse, this pair aims to navigate through the challenging mixed doubles draw.
2. K. Sai Pratheek / Tanisha Crasto
A relatively new pairing, they bring fresh dynamics and are eager to prove themselves on the big stage.
Wishing the Indian contingent all the very best for the upcoming Malaysia Masters Badminton tournament.
Tournament Schedule Overview
The tournament spans six days, structured as follows:
- May 20 (Tuesday): Qualifying rounds and initial matches of the main draw.
- May 21–22 (Wednesday–Thursday): Continuation of early rounds.
- May 23 (Friday): Quarterfinal matches.
- May 24 (Saturday): Semifinal matches.
- May 25 (Sunday): Final matches across all categories.
Key fixtures to watch out
In the women’s singles draw, world No. 16 PV Sindhu, the top-ranked Indian badminton player, will play her opening match against world No. 20 Natsuki Nidaira of Japan. Earlier this month, PV Sindhu did not attend the Thailand Open or the Taipei Open. Her best result so far this year was a quarterfinal appearance at the India Open in January.
The women’s singles draw also includes 17-year-old Unnati Hooda, who advanced to the Taipei Open BWF Super 300 semifinals earlier this month, and Malvika Bansod, who is ranked 23rd in the women’s singles badminton rankings.
At the beginning of this month, HS Prannoy participated in the BWF Sudirman Cup. Fifth-seeded and world No. 12 Kenta Nishimoto of Japan will take on HS Prannoy, who is ranked 29th in the BWF men’s singles rankings. In the absence of Lakshya Sen, who is rated 16th, Priyanshu Rajawat is the second-ranked Indian at 35th in the ranking in the men’s singles division.
Kidambi Srikanth will be making his way through the qualifier rounds starting 20th May.
World No. 40 Hariharan Amsakarunan and Ruban Kumar Rethinasabapathi are among the top players in the men’s doubles division from India. Sai Pratheek K and Pruthvi Krishnamurthy Roy will begin with the qualifications.
In the mixed doubles division, India’s top-ranked players are Tanisha Crasto and Dhruv Kapila, both rated 19th in the world.
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How to Watch
Fans in India can catch live streaming of the Malaysia Masters Badminton tournament matches on the BWF TV YouTube channel: BWF TV channel.
Frequently Asked Questions
What dates is the Malaysia Masters Badminton tournament scheduled?
Malaysia Masters Badminton 2025, a BWF Super 500 event taking place from May 20 to 25, 2025, at the Axiata Arena in Kuala Lumpur.
Where can i watch the live action for Malaysia Masters Badminton 2025?
Fans in India can catch live streaming of the Malaysia Masters Badminton tournament matches on the BWF TV YouTube channel: BWF TV channel.
