Big Upset! Satwik-Chirag lose in quarters
August 01, 2024 17:42
Satwik-Chirag (India) vs Soh-Chia (Malaysia): 21-13, 14-21, 16-21
The final game is a battleground with both pairs eager to clinch the match. Soh starts with a powerful smash, giving Malaysia an early 2-0 lead. Tactical play from the Malaysians keeps the Indians on their toes. Chirag manages to find a gap, but Malaysia regains control with Soh's precise forehand.
India fights back, with Chirag and Satwik exchanging crucial points to level the score at 5-5. A fierce rally culminates in a Chirag smash, giving India their first lead of the game. However, the Malaysians, with their experience, quickly retake the advantage.
A marathon rally is finally won by Chirag, restoring parity at 9-9. Satwik then fires a bullet smash to give India a 2-point cushion. The Indians hold their nerve to take a slender lead into the mid-game break.
The intensity doesn't drop after the break. Satwik and Chirag combine beautifully for a point, extending their lead. A thrilling rally showcases the skill of both pairs, with India emerging victorious. Chirag's clever net play gives India a 14-11 advantage.
Malaysia refuses to give up. They capitalize on Satwik's positioning errors to narrow the gap to 14-13. Another flat exchange favors the Malaysians, leveling the score at 14-all. Satwik finds a gap on the left to regain the lead, but Malaysia quickly retaliates.
A crucial error from Satwik hands Malaysia a 2-point advantage. With nerves running high, Chirag's shot finds the net, bringing up match point for Malaysia. Indians lose the third game 16-21.
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