The Karnataka-based paddler took an early lead as she played accurate forehands to shock World No. 39 Suthasini on Monday. Archana did not lose momentum and took the first game by 11-6 before bringing her A game to the table and winning the second game by 11-8 and the tie for Puneri Paltan Table Tennis. She lost the third game 6-11 but secured victory for her franchise.