Nagpur: Four Nagpur shuttlers made it to four finals on the penultimate day of the Diffusion Engineers Limited Yonex-Sunrise 1st Under-19 Maharashtra State Selection Badminton Tournament under way at Arundhati Arun Badminton Academy in Besa.
Stamping their authority, Nagpur’s Ridheema Sarpate (girls singles), Rutva Sajwan (boys singles), Krisha Soni and Aditya Tripathi (Pune) (mixed doubles) and Krisha Soni and Nishika Gokhe (both Nagpur) (girls doubles) made it to the summit clashes of different events. All the finals will be played on Saturday.
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In the Under-19 girls singles semi-final, Ridheema had an easy outing as her opponent Safa Shaikh from Pune retired in the second game. Ridheema won the first game 21-9 and was leading 3-1 when her opponent decided to quit. Ridheema will meet Pune’s Yutika Chavan who beat Prakriti Sharma 22-20, 21-13, in the final.
In the boys section, Sajwan ousted city-mate Pranay Gadewar 21-8, 21-18 to book a date with Palghar’s Dev Ruparelia. He beat top seed Pune’s Aditya Tripathi 21-17, 21-18 in the other semis. In mixed doubles semis, Krisha Soni and her partner Aditya Tripathi defeated second seed Yashraj Kadam and Ananya Agrawal 21-14, 21-17. They will lock horns with the pair of Sarvesh Yadav (Thane) and Shravani Walekar (Nashik) who defeated Sanidhya Ekade and Aditi Gawade (Thane) 21-13, 21-14 .
In girls’ doubles last four battle, Nagpur’s Krisha Soni and Nishika Gokhe defeated Shravni Patil (Nashik) and Yashasvee Kale (Pune) 21-8, 21-18 to make it to the final. In the battle for title, they will meet the pair of fifth seed Shravani Walekar (Nashik) and Taarini Suri who beat Aditi Gawade (T hane) and Yutika Chavan (Pune) 21-12, 21-15.
Results (All QFS): BS: Aditya Tripathi (1) (PN), BT Ojas Joshi (PN) 21-4, 21-6; Dev Ruparelia (Pal) Bt Arjun reddy aluguvellli, (BAMU) 21-17, 21-10; Rutva sajwan (NGP) Bt Aryan Talwar (BAMU) 21-18, 21-14; Pranay Gadewar (NGP) Bt Tanay Mehendale (Pal) 21-19, 11-3 Ret. GS: Prakriti Sharma (bor) Bt Krisha Soni (1) (NGP), 17-21, 21-9, 21-15; Yutika Chavan (PN) Btkki Thite (BAMU) 15-21, 21- 16, 23-21; Ridheema Sarpate (NGP) Bt Iisha Patil (Th) 21-13, 21-16; Safa Shaikh (PN) Bt Shravni Patil (NSK) 19-21, 21-16, 21-16. BD: Arjun Birajdar and Aryan Birajdar (th) Bt Malhar Ghadi and Nidhish More (Pal); 14-21, 21-19, 21-16.
Arjun Reddy Aluguwelli (BAMU) And Yash Dhembare (Th) BT Jeeva Pillai and Priyansshu Dubey (NGP) 21-13, 19-21, 21-9; OM Gavandi and Sanidhya Ekade (th) bt om nirhale and shantanu tarde (3), (Wash) 21-10, 21-18; Avadhut Kadam and Ojas Joshi (PN) bt aditya poojary and prasanna manna (2) (SNG) 28-26, 21-12. GD: Shravani Walekar (NSK) and Taarini Suri (GM) bt Juie Jadhav and Safa Shaikh (PN) 21- 17 21-14; Aditi Gawade (Th) Andyutika Chavan (PN) bt Hita Agrawal and SIA Waydande (5) (NSK) 14-21, 21-17, 21-9.
Shravni Patil (NSK) and yashasvee kale (4) (PN) BT Pranali Wadar (SNG) and Shreya Rathod (AHM) 15-21, 21-10, 21-16; Krisha Soni and Nishika Gokhe (2) (NGP) BT Jidnyasa Chaudhari and Ridhima Sahrawat (PN) 21-18, 19-21, 21-19; SHRAVANI Walekar (NSK) and Taarini Suri (5) (GM) BT Aditi Gawade (Th) and Yutika Chavan (PN) 21-12, 21-15; Krisha Soni and Nishikka Gokhe (NGP) BT SHRAVNI PATIL (NSK) Andyashasvee Kale (PN) 21-8, 21-18.
Key Matchups and Results: A Quick Glance
To provide a clearer understanding of the tournament’s progression, here’s a table summarizing the key results and matchups from the semi-final stage:
| Category | Player 1 | Player 2 | Score | Notes |
|——————–|——————————-|—————————–|—————–|—————————————-|
| Boys Singles | Rutva Sajwan (NGP) | Pranay Gadewar (NGP) | 21-8, 21-18 | Sajwan advances to the final. |
| | Aditya Tripathi (PN) | Dev Ruparelia (pal) | 17-21, 18-21 | Ruparelia advances to the final. |
| Girls Singles | Ridheema Sarpate (NGP) | Safa shaikh (PN) | 21-9, 3-1 (Ret.)| Sarpate advances to the final. |
| | Prakriti Sharma (Bor) | Yutika Chavan (PN) | 21-20, 13-21, 15:20 | Chavan advances to the final |
| Mixed Doubles | Krisha Soni/Aditya Tripathi | Yashraj Kadam/Ananya Agrawal | 21-14, 21-17 | Soni/Tripathi move to finals. |
| | Sarvesh Yadav/shravani Walekar | Sanidhya Ekade/Aditi Gawade | 21-13, 21-14 | Yadav/Walekar advance. |
| Girls Doubles | Krisha Soni/Nishika Gokhe (NGP)| Shravni Patil/Yashasvee Kale | 21-8, 21-18 | Soni/Gokhe advance to the final. |
| | Shravani Walekar/Taarini Suri | Aditi Gawade/Yutika Chavan | 21-12,21-15 | Walekar/Suri advance to the final. |
Note: NGP = Nagpur, PN = Pune, Pal = Palghar, Bor = , NSK = Nashik, GM =
FAQ: Your Badminton Questions Answered
here are some frequently asked questions about badminton, along with concise and informative answers to keep you in the know:
Q: What are the key differences between singles and doubles badminton?
A: The court size and the strategies employed. In doubles, the court is wider, and the focus is frequently enough on quick reflexes and powerful smashes, requiring strong teamwork and communication. Singles demands endurance, agility, and the ability to cover the entire court effectively.
Q: What is the importance of the Maharashtra State Selection Badminton Tournament?
A: This tournament serves as a crucial platform for young badminton players across Maharashtra to gain ranking points, increase their experience, and perhaps catch the eye of selectors for state and national-level competitions.
Q: What is the role of the Arundhati Arun Badminton Academy in this tournament?
A: The academy provides the venue and facilities for the tournament,including the courts,equipment,and support staff. It enables the smooth conduct of matches and helps create a conducive habitat for young athletes.
Q: What are some essential badminton skills?
A: Key skills include the serve, forehand, backhand, clear, drop shot, smash, and footwork. Proper technique and strategic placement are essential for success.
Q: Where can I find more data about upcoming badminton tournaments?
A: Keep an eye on websites like BadmintonCentral [[2]] for tournament schedules and updates. Official badminton associations also publish calendars and results.
Q: What equipment is needed to play badminton?
A: Essential equipment includes a badminton racquet,shuttlecock,appropriate court shoes,and pleasant sportswear that allows for good mobility.
