Lakshya Sen : India’s rising badminton star Lakshya Sen delivered a masterclass performance at the All England Open 2025, defeating World No. 2 Jonatan Christie in a dominant straight-game victory. The unseeded Indian shuttler took just 36 minutes to seal his place in the pre-quarterfinals with a 21-13, 21-10 win over the defending champion in Birmingham.
Lakshya Sen Stuns World No. 2 Jonatan Christie to Enter Pre-Quarters of All England Open 2025
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Lakshya Sen Dominates Christie in Straight Games
Facing off for the seventh time in their careers, Lakshya showed immense control and confidence from the very first rally. The match started with Lakshya taking an 11-6 lead in the first game, maintaining his momentum to close it at 21-13. The second game saw a brief fightback from Christie, who leveled the score at 6-6, but Lakshya switched gears, racing to 18-8 before comfortably wrapping up the match 21-10.
This marks Lakshya’s third victory over the Indonesian star and a significant step in his quest for All England glory.
On Course for Quarterfinals – Next Opponent Awaits
With this emphatic win, Lakshya enters the Round of 16, where he is set to face the winner of the match between China’s Li Shi Feng and France’s Toma Junior Popov. Lakshya, a finalist at the 2022 All England Open, will look to continue his strong run and edge closer to a maiden title at the prestigious Super 1000 event.
A Masterclass in Strategy and Precision
Lakshya’s aggressive shot-making and ability to read his opponent’s moves were on full display. His defensive skills frustrated Christie, forcing unforced errors and short rallies. The Indian ace kept his energy high, never letting the World No. 2 settle into a rhythm. One standout moment came when Christie attempted a deceptive drop shot, only for Lakshya to anticipate it perfectly and turn defense into attack, leaving his opponent scrambling.
Indian Contingent’s Mixed Fortunes
While Lakshya’s win keeps India’s hopes alive in the tournament, it was a tough day for India’s women’s singles campaign. Malvika Bansod bowed out in the second round, losing to Japan’s Akane Yamaguchi in straight games (21-16, 21-13). Earlier, PV Sindhu also suffered a first-round defeat at the hands of South Korea’s Kim Ga-eun.
In men’s doubles, all eyes are now on the pairing of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, who are set to face China’s Hao Nan Xie and Wei Han Zeng.
What’s Next for Lakshya Sen?
With his power-packed performance, Lakshya has established himself as a serious contender for the title. If he continues this form, the All England Open 2025 could witness another historic run from the Indian shuttler.
FAQs
Who did Lakshya Sen defeat in the second round of All England Open 2025?
Lakshya Sen defeated World No. 2 Jonatan Christie in straight games (21-13, 21-10).
How long did the match last?
The match lasted just 36 minutes.
