Mumbai, October 25: India reaffirmed its supremacy in global para-badminton with a stellar performance at the Yonex Australian Para Badminton International 2025, led by superstars Pramod Bhagat and Sukant Kadam. Bhagat bagged two gold medals, while Kadam impressed with one gold and one silver, as India swept multiple categories to finish atop the standings. In the Men's Singles SL3 final, Pramod Bhagat produced a clinical performance to defeat compatriot Manoj Sarkar in straight sets (21-15, 21-17). Tanvi Sharma Wins Silver Medal in BWF World Junior Championships 2025; 16-Year-Old Indian Loses to Thailand's Anyapat Phichitpreechasak in Final.

The 27-minute encounter highlighted Bhagat's unmatched tactical sharpness -- mixing soft touches at the net with powerful smashes to dictate the pace of the rally. Sarkar fought hard in the second set, pushing Bhagat into longer rallies, but the seasoned champion held his nerve under pressure to seal his first gold of the tournament.

Bhagat teamed up with Sukant Kadam in the Men's Doubles SL3-SL4 final to clinch his second gold medal, overcoming the Indian duo Umesh Vikram Kumar and Surya Kant Yadav in a gripping three-set battle (21-11, 19-21, 21-18).

Speaking after his double triumph, Bhagat said, as quoted from a press release by PCI, "I'm really happy to win two gold medals here in Australia. The match against Manoj was tough; we know each other's game so well, and it's always a challenge when we face off. I'm also very happy for Manoj winning the silver; it's great to see Indian players performing strongly on the international stage."

Sukant Kadam, who also delivered a standout performance, earned a silver medal in Men's Singles SL4 after a hard-fought final against Surya Kant, ending (21-23, 21-14, 19-21). Satwiksairaj Rankireddy-Chirag Shetty Advance to Denmark Open 2025 Semifinals, Lakshya Sen's Run Ends in Quarterfinals.

"It's been a fantastic tournament. Congratulations to Surya Kant; he played really well today. I'm a bit disappointed that I couldn't fully execute my game plan, but that's sport. I'll work harder and come back stronger. My aim is to change the colour of my medal in the next tournament," Kadam said.

India's dominance extended across multiple categories with a series of commanding performances: Manasi Joshi captured two gold medals, winning the Women's Singles SL3 against Australia's Celine Vinot, and the Mixed Doubles SL3-SU5 alongside Ruthick Ragupathi. Ruthick Ragupathi also clinched a gold in Men's Doubles SU5 with partner Chirag Baretha, defeating England's Robert Donald and Sean O'Sullivan in straight sets.

Sivarajan Solaimalai and Sudarshan Muthuswamy dominated the Men's Doubles SH6, taking gold and silver, respectively. Yashodhan Ravankole and Dheeraj Saini powered their way to gold in Men's Doubles SU5, defeating Australia's Brandon Ka Nam Poon and Michael Simpkins. 16-Year-Old Tanvi Sharma Becomes Fifth Indian To Reach BWF World Junior Championships Final, Achieves Feat With Victory Over China’s Liu Si Ya (Watch Video).

Sarumathi captured gold in the Women's Singles SL4 + SU5 category, overcoming Australia's Zashka Gunson. Umesh Vikram Kumar and Surya Kant Yadav added silver in the Men's Doubles SL3-SL4, while Manoj Sarkar took silver in the Men's Singles SL3.

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