Archive · 24 May 2025
Srikanth Advances to Malaysia Masters Final After Six Years
Kidambi Srikanth, an Indian badminton player, has made it to the finals of the Malaysia Masters tournament.
He beat Yushi Tanaka from Japan in a close match with scores of 21-18 and 24-22.
This is Srikanth's first time in a final for a while, specifically six years!
Srikanth is working to regain his top form after facing challenges with form and fitness.
His last win was in 2017 and he has been working to perform well.
Kidambi Srikanth reached the Malaysia Masters final.
He defeated Yushi Tanaka in straight games.
The match against Tanaka ended with scores of 21-18 and 24-22.
This is Srikanth's first BWF final in six years.
Srikanth's last title win was in 2017.
- Who
- Kidambi Srikanth
- What
- Srikanth advanced to the final
- When
- Saturday
- Where
- Kuala Lampur, Malaysia
- Why
- Srikanth is competing in the Malaysia Masters.
- Tournament
- Malaysia Masters Super 500
- Round Reached
- Final
- Opponent in Semi-final
- Yushi Tanaka
- Match Scores
- 21-18, 24-22
- Since Last Final
- 6 years
- Last Final Appearance
- 2019 India Open
- World Ranking
- 65
Sources
Kidambi Srikanth continues inspired run in Malaysia Masters, reaches semifinal
Malaysia Masters: Kidambi Srikanth into semis, lone Indian standing
Malaysia Masters: Kidambi Srikanth Battles Into Semi-Finals, Lone Indian Left In The Draw
Badminton: Kidambi Srikanth Cruises To Semi-Finals Of Malaysia Masters 2025
Srikanth enters first final in six years at Malaysia Masters
