Velavan Senthilkumar Shines at Asian Squash Championships 2025

Velavan Senthilkumar advanced to the semi-finals of the Asian Squash Championships 2025 after defeating Malaysia's Joachim Chuah in straight games. He will face second-seed Lau Tsz Kwan from Hong Kong next. His semifinal appearance guarantees a medal, as both semi-final losers receive bronze.

Velavan Senthilkumar, India's sole contender remaining in the tournament, secured a spot in the men's singles semi-finals at the Asian Squash Championships 2025 after a decisive victory on Thursday.

Currently ranked 45th globally, Senthilkumar triumphed over Malaysia's Joachim Chuah, ranked 196th, with a clean 3-0 sweep in the quarterfinals.

Up next, he is set to battle Hong Kong's second-seed Lau Tsz Kwan in the semifinals. Having clinched silver in 2023, Senthilkumar is assured at least a bronze this time around, with all semifinalists guaranteeing a medal.

(With inputs from agencies.)