Sindhu suffers first-round exit as Srikanth reaches second round at India Open

The India Open badminton tournament presented a rollercoaster of results for the Indian contingent. P V Sindhu, the celebrated two-time Olympic medallist, faced an unfortunate early downfall, while Kidambi Srikanth battled through to the second round with a gritty performance. Malvika Bansod's match was a testament to her robust defensive skills as she claimed victory.