India’s Sreeja Akula beat her compatriot Syndrela Das 4-3 in a pulse-pounding semifinal on Sunday (Aug 2) at the ongoing 22nd Commonwealth Table Tennis Championships in New Delhi. Akula, who had earlier won a gold medal, faced a stern challenge from her doubles teammate but managed to stay ahead to qualify for the singles final.<h2>A Seven-Game Thriller</h2>The two fierce competitors brought their A-games to this thrilling semifinal, with Syndrela taking home the first game 11-9, looking set and comfortable in her approach and technique. But that wasn’t enough to keep the superstar Akula down for long, as Sreeja bounced back in the second game to win it 11-8 and level the scores. &nbsp;The two top contenders, who have enjoyed stellar runs in the lead-up to this knockout match, used their experience and table skill to challenge one another with each passing point.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/exclusive-bfi-chief-ajay-singh-indian-boxers-hungrier-for-asian-games-la28-after-cwg-2026-success-1785677975524">EXCLUSIVE: Indian boxers 'hungrier' for Asian Games &amp; LA28 after CWG success, says BFI Chief Ajay Singh</a> &nbsp;The process continued as Syndrela won the third game 13-11 before Akula again bounced back to level the match at 2-2 with an 11-7 victory. The competition was tight, and neither was ready to bow down. As the match entered the fifth game, it became tense yet exciting. &nbsp;Sreeja finally broke through and won back-to-back games for the first time in this crucial semifinal, winning the fifth game 11-6. With that, she took a 3-2 lead. Although leading at that point, she needed to win at least one more game to win the match, but Syndrela made her wait for that.&nbsp;WATCH -

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Upbeat about turning the tables, Syndrela produced a stunning show to come from behind and level the match 3-3, with an 11-8 win in the sixth game. &nbsp;With one game left and all on the line, the two table tennis stars began aggressively, seeking an early advantage in the seventh and decisive game. Even though Syndrela gave Sreeja a tough time in the middle, she failed to restrict her, as Sreeja beat Syndrela 11-9 in the final game to win the match 4-3 and qualify for the final.

Sreeja Akula edged compatriot Syndrela Das 4-3 in a thrilling semifinal at the 2026 Commonwealth Table Tennis Championships to reach the singles final.

India’s Sreeja Akula beat her compatriot Syndrela Das 4-3 in a pulse-pounding semifinal on Sunday (Aug 2) at the ongoing 22nd Commonwealth Table Tennis Championships in New Delhi. Akula, who had earlier won a gold medal, faced a stern challenge from her doubles teammate but managed to stay ahead to qualify for the singles final. A Seven-Game Thriller The two fierce competitors brought their A-games to this thrilling semifinal, with Syndrela taking home the first game 11-9, looking set and comfortable in her approach and technique. But that wasn’t enough to keep the superstar Akula down for long, as Sreeja bounced back in the second game to win it 11-8 and level the scores. The two top contenders, who have enjoyed stellar runs in the lead-up to this knockout match, used their experience and table skill to challenge one another with each passing point. Also read| EXCLUSIVE: Indian boxers 'hungrier' for Asian Games & LA28 after CWG success, says BFI Chief Ajay Singh The process continued as Syndrela won the third game 13-11 before Akula again bounced back to level the match at 2-2 with an 11-7 victory. The competition was tight, and neither was ready to bow down. As the match entered the fifth game, it became tense yet exciting. Sreeja finally broke through and won back-to-back games for the first time in this crucial semifinal, winning the fifth game 11-6. With that, she took a 3-2 lead. Although leading at that point, she needed to win at least one more game to win the match, but Syndrela made her wait for that. WATCH -

Sreeja Akula edged compatriot Syndrela Das 4-3 in a thrilling semifinal at the 2026 Commonwealth Table Tennis Championships to reach the singles final.

Commonwealth TT Championships 2026: Sreeja Akula outlasts Syndrela Das to reach singles final

After the Indian mixed doubles team of Ronit Bhanja and Anusha Kutumbale secured a comfortable 3-1 win over Australia in the ongoing 22nd Commonwealth Table Tennis Championships 2026, the Indian women’s doubles team of Sreeja Akula and Syndrela Das outclassed the Maldivian pair of Mishka Mohamed Ibrahim and Aishath Alsaa in three straight games to qualify for the quarterfinal on Friday (Jul 31). Just a day after the women’s team beat Malaysia for the gold medal at the Thyagaraj Stadium, the women’s doubles team continued the winning momentum.&nbsp;The afternoon doubles match at Table 1 saw India take an early 1-0 lead in their R16 match.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/commonwealth-tt-2026-india-beat-australia-mixed-doubles-1785501591551">Commonwealth TT Championships 2026: India beat Australia in mixed doubles R32 to extend winning run</a> &nbsp;The Maldivian pair of Ibrahim and Alsaa seemed no competition to their Indian counterparts as the hosts maintained a commanding position from the word go. Akula and Das had raced to a 6-1 lead with quick third-ball attacks, and closed the first game with five consecutive points. The first-game win set the tone for the Indian pair, who carried that momentum through the rest of the match.&nbsp; &nbsp;The second game was no different, with the Maldivian pair showing grit and fight early on. The pair of Ibrahim and Alsaa kept the pace up to 3-4 before India’s top spin dominance forced seven consecutive unforced errors.&nbsp; &nbsp;India maintained total control heading into the third set, playing their best in the end to seal a memorable victory. Leading 2-0 and needing just one more win to qualify for the quarterfinal, the Indian pair was clinical in its execution, winning nine of the first 10 points to close out the match comfortably.&nbsp;Final Score: Sreeja Akula and Syndrela Das (IND) beat Mishka Mohamed Ibrahim and Aishath Alsaa (MDV) (11-3, 11-4, 11-2).&nbsp;

Sreeja Akula and Syndrela Das outclassed Maldives in straight games to reach the women's doubles quarterfinals at the 2026 Commonwealth Table Tennis Championships.

After the Indian mixed doubles team of Ronit Bhanja and Anusha Kutumbale secured a comfortable 3-1 win over Australia in the ongoing 22nd Commonwealth Table Tennis Championships 2026, the Indian women’s doubles team of Sreeja Akula and Syndrela Das outclassed the Maldivian pair of Mishka Mohamed Ibrahim and Aishath Alsaa in three straight games to qualify for the quarterfinal on Friday (Jul 31). Just a day after the women’s team beat Malaysia for the gold medal at the Thyagaraj Stadium, the women’s doubles team continued the winning momentum. The afternoon doubles match at Table 1 saw India take an early 1-0 lead in their R16 match. Also read| Commonwealth TT Championships 2026: India beat Australia in mixed doubles R32 to extend winning run The Maldivian pair of Ibrahim and Alsaa seemed no competition to their Indian counterparts as the hosts maintained a commanding position from the word go. Akula and Das had raced to a 6-1 lead with quick third-ball attacks, and closed the first game with five consecutive points. The first-game win set the tone for the Indian pair, who carried that momentum through the rest of the match. The second game was no different, with the Maldivian pair showing grit and fight early on. The pair of Ibrahim and Alsaa kept the pace up to 3-4 before India’s top spin dominance forced seven consecutive unforced errors. India maintained total control heading into the third set, playing their best in the end to seal a memorable victory. Leading 2-0 and needing just one more win to qualify for the quarterfinal, the Indian pair was clinical in its execution, winning nine of the first 10 points to close out the match comfortably. Final Score: Sreeja Akula and Syndrela Das (IND) beat Mishka Mohamed Ibrahim and Aishath Alsaa (MDV) (11-3, 11-4, 11-2).

Sreeja Akula and Syndrela Das outclassed Maldives in straight games to reach the women's doubles quarterfinals at the 2026 Commonwealth Table Tennis Championships.

Commonwealth TT Championships 2026: Indian women's doubles team outclass Maldives in R16

The hosts, India, won gold medals in both men’s and women’s team finals at the ongoing 22nd Commonwealth Table Tennis Championships at New Delhi's Thyagaraj Sports Complex on Thursday (Jul 30). While the Indian men’s TT team beat spirited Malaysia 3-2, the women’s team produced a clinical 3-0 win over their Asian counterparts to stand tall in the end, winning a gold medal at the tournament. The win also helped India avenge the league-stage defeat to Malaysia on the opening day, with Manush Shah leading the victories in both his singles matches.&nbsp;Earlier, the Sreeja Akula-led Indian women’s team beat the surprise finalist, Malaysia, 3-0. The fight, however, was far from the scoreline, "reflecting the women's team's undefeated tournament run. Karen Anak pushed the Indian star to the limit, only to lose to her in the five-set thriller (9-11, 11-6, 11-4, 5-11, 11-3).&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/commonwealth-tt-championship-2026-india-vs-england-semifinal-results-1785410543585">Indian men's team blitz England 3-0 to reach Commonwealth TT Championship final</a> &nbsp;On the other hand, Swastika Ghosh, who opened the proceedings, beat Ai Xin Tee in four games (11-7, 11-2, 9-11, 11-9), before Yashaswini Ghorpade thrashed her opponent Alice Lee Sian Chang 7-11, 11-3, 17-15, 11-5, to complete a comprehensive gold medal win for the Indian women’s team. The men’s final, however, was the showstopper of the night, with Manush Shah inspiring a stunning comeback to help India beat Malaysia and complete the double.&nbsp; &nbsp;It all began with Manav Thakkar beating Javen Choong 12-10, 11-7, 5-11, 11-5 before Shah put down Qi Shen Wong in a thriller of the night (11-13, 11-9, 11-7, 2-11, 11-7). Malaysia made a comeback with back-to-back wins, including G. Sathiyan's loss to Tey Hong Yu (7-11, 8-11, 10-12) and Manav suffering a shock defeat to Wong (11-4, 8-11, 11-8, 7-11, 1-11), leaving Manush Shah with the deciding match. &nbsp;The deciding game ended with Manush beating Choong in straight games (11-7, 11-4, 11-4), helping India beat Malaysia 3-2 and win the coveted gold medal.<h3>Check full results –&nbsp;</h3>Women’s Final - India beat Malaysia 3-0 (Swastika Ghosh beat Ai Xin Tee 11-7, 11-2, 9-11, 11-9; Sreeja Akula beat Karen Lyne Anak Dick 9-11, 11-6, 11-4, 5-11, 11-3; Yashaswini Ghorpade beat Alice Lee Sian Chang 7-11, 11-3, 17-15, 11-5) &nbsp;Men’s Final - India beat Malaysia 3-2 (Manav Thakkar beat Javen Choong 12-10, 11-7, 5-11, 11-5; Manush Shah beat Qi Shen Wong 11-13, 11-9, 11-7, 2-11, 11-7; G. Sathiyan lost to Tey Hong Yu 7-11, 8-11, 10-12; Manav lost to Wong 11-4, 8-11, 11-8, 7-11, 1-11; Manush beat Choong 11-7, 11-4, 11-4)

Hosts India clinched double gold in the men’s and women’s team events at the 22nd Commonwealth Table Tennis Championships in New Delhi, defeating Malaysia in both finals.

The hosts, India, won gold medals in both men’s and women’s team finals at the ongoing 22nd Commonwealth Table Tennis Championships at New Delhi's Thyagaraj Sports Complex on Thursday (Jul 30). While the Indian men’s TT team beat spirited Malaysia 3-2, the women’s team produced a clinical 3-0 win over their Asian counterparts to stand tall in the end, winning a gold medal at the tournament. The win also helped India avenge the league-stage defeat to Malaysia on the opening day, with Manush Shah leading the victories in both his singles matches. Earlier, the Sreeja Akula-led Indian women’s team beat the surprise finalist, Malaysia, 3-0. The fight, however, was far from the scoreline, "reflecting the women's team's undefeated tournament run. Karen Anak pushed the Indian star to the limit, only to lose to her in the five-set thriller (9-11, 11-6, 11-4, 5-11, 11-3). Also read| Indian men's team blitz England 3-0 to reach Commonwealth TT Championship final On the other hand, Swastika Ghosh, who opened the proceedings, beat Ai Xin Tee in four games (11-7, 11-2, 9-11, 11-9), before Yashaswini Ghorpade thrashed her opponent Alice Lee Sian Chang 7-11, 11-3, 17-15, 11-5, to complete a comprehensive gold medal win for the Indian women’s team. The men’s final, however, was the showstopper of the night, with Manush Shah inspiring a stunning comeback to help India beat Malaysia and complete the double. It all began with Manav Thakkar beating Javen Choong 12-10, 11-7, 5-11, 11-5 before Shah put down Qi Shen Wong in a thriller of the night (11-13, 11-9, 11-7, 2-11, 11-7). Malaysia made a comeback with back-to-back wins, including G. Sathiyan's loss to Tey Hong Yu (7-11, 8-11, 10-12) and Manav suffering a shock defeat to Wong (11-4, 8-11, 11-8, 7-11, 1-11), leaving Manush Shah with the deciding match. The deciding game ended with Manush beating Choong in straight games (11-7, 11-4, 11-4), helping India beat Malaysia 3-2 and win the coveted gold medal. Check full results – Women’s Final - India beat Malaysia 3-0 (Swastika Ghosh beat Ai Xin Tee 11-7, 11-2, 9-11, 11-9; Sreeja Akula beat Karen Lyne Anak Dick 9-11, 11-6, 11-4, 5-11, 11-3; Yashaswini Ghorpade beat Alice Lee Sian Chang 7-11, 11-3, 17-15, 11-5) Men’s Final - India beat Malaysia 3-2 (Manav Thakkar beat Javen Choong 12-10, 11-7, 5-11, 11-5; Manush Shah beat Qi Shen Wong 11-13, 11-9, 11-7, 2-11, 11-7; G. Sathiyan lost to Tey Hong Yu 7-11, 8-11, 10-12; Manav lost to Wong 11-4, 8-11, 11-8, 7-11, 1-11; Manush beat Choong 11-7, 11-4, 11-4)

Hosts India clinched double gold in the men’s and women’s team events at the 22nd Commonwealth Table Tennis Championships in New Delhi, defeating Malaysia in both finals.

Hosts India sweep Malaysia for double gold in men’s and women’s Commonwealth Table Tennis finals

Following a blistering start to the first day of the Commonwealth TT Championship 2026 at the Thyagaraj Stadium in New Delhi, where the Indian men’s and women’s teams clinched convincing wins against Zimbabwe and Maldives, the women’s team outclassed Sri Lanka on day two. Sreeja Akula, Swastika Ghosh and Sutirtha Mukherjee won their respective singles matches on the second day of the competition to maintain India's momentum. The trio produced their best against their Sri Lankan counterparts, beating them 3-0.<h3>How did Indian women perform on Day 2 of the Commonwealth TT Championship 2026?</h3>After tasting success during the curtain-raiser, Sreeja Akula started off the proceedings on day two, facing Tamadi Kavindya Alagiyawadu in the first singles contest. The former CWG gold medalist won the first set 11-8 before easing past her opponent in the remaining two games (11-3 and 11-5) to&nbsp;land the winning punch, putting India ahead 1-0.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/commonwealth-tt-championship-2026-india-s-campaign-begins-with-3-0-win-1785219997252">Commonwealth TT Championship 2026: India men's and women's teams start campaign with 3-0 win vs Zimbabwe, Maldives</a> &nbsp;High on confidence, the second singles contest between Swastika Ghosh and Bimandee Sandinsa Swarna Sri Bandara also went in India’s favour. Ghosh, a rising TT superstar, set the game’s tone with an easy first-set win (11-6). Although her opponent gave her a tough fight in the second and the third games, respectively, the Indian TT star remained ahead of her, winning both games 11-7. Her win made it 2-0 for India, with Sutirtha Mukherjee left, aiming to win her game and complete a clean sweep against Sri Lanka.<h3>The Final Showdown</h3>Mukherjee was up against Diwya Dharani in the final singles contest between the two countries. Sutirtha Mukherjee won the first set 11-5 before crushing her opponent in a lopsided contest, winning the remaining two games (11-2 and 11-6). As a result, she won her match and helped India sweep past Sri Lanka in the women’s category on day two of the Commonwealth TT Championship 2026.

India’s women’s table tennis team dominated Sri Lanka 3-0 on Day 2 of the Commonwealth TT Championship 2026, led by Sreeja Akula, Swastika Ghosh, and Sutirtha Mukherjee.

Following a blistering start to the first day of the Commonwealth TT Championship 2026 at the Thyagaraj Stadium in New Delhi, where the Indian men’s and women’s teams clinched convincing wins against Zimbabwe and Maldives, the women’s team outclassed Sri Lanka on day two. Sreeja Akula, Swastika Ghosh and Sutirtha Mukherjee won their respective singles matches on the second day of the competition to maintain India's momentum. The trio produced their best against their Sri Lankan counterparts, beating them 3-0. How did Indian women perform on Day 2 of the Commonwealth TT Championship 2026? After tasting success during the curtain-raiser, Sreeja Akula started off the proceedings on day two, facing Tamadi Kavindya Alagiyawadu in the first singles contest. The former CWG gold medalist won the first set 11-8 before easing past her opponent in the remaining two games (11-3 and 11-5) to land the winning punch, putting India ahead 1-0. Also read| Commonwealth TT Championship 2026: India men's and women's teams start campaign with 3-0 win vs Zimbabwe, Maldives High on confidence, the second singles contest between Swastika Ghosh and Bimandee Sandinsa Swarna Sri Bandara also went in India’s favour. Ghosh, a rising TT superstar, set the game’s tone with an easy first-set win (11-6). Although her opponent gave her a tough fight in the second and the third games, respectively, the Indian TT star remained ahead of her, winning both games 11-7. Her win made it 2-0 for India, with Sutirtha Mukherjee left, aiming to win her game and complete a clean sweep against Sri Lanka. The Final Showdown Mukherjee was up against Diwya Dharani in the final singles contest between the two countries. Sutirtha Mukherjee won the first set 11-5 before crushing her opponent in a lopsided contest, winning the remaining two games (11-2 and 11-6). As a result, she won her match and helped India sweep past Sri Lanka in the women’s category on day two of the Commonwealth TT Championship 2026.

India’s women’s table tennis team dominated Sri Lanka 3-0 on Day 2 of the Commonwealth TT Championship 2026, led by Sreeja Akula, Swastika Ghosh, and Sutirtha Mukherjee.

Commonwealth TT Championship 2026: Indian women outclass Sri Lanka on Day 2

Defending champion Sreeja Akula stunned the table tennis and sporting world on Thursday (Jul 24) to defeat the tournament's top seed and Paris Olympic bronze medallist Hina Hayata at the World Table Tennis (WTT) Contenders Lagos. Sreeja looked comfortable right from the start at the Thomas Indoor Sports Hall as she sealed the game in three straight sets with the score line of 11-7, 11-8, and 11-3. Throughout the game, Sreeja dominated, scoring 16 points on Hina's serve.&nbsp;The Indian champion scored a total of 33 points, while Hina managed only 18. At one point, she had an eight-point lead and did not give the bronze medalist any chance to close the gap. After winning the first two sets, many believed Hina would stage a comeback; however, to everyone’s surprise, she only managed to score three points in the final set.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/how-hulk-hogan-trained-in-his-prime-gym-and-diet-secrets-from-his-book-revealed-1753425289095https://www.wionews.com/sports/how-hulk-hogan-trained-in-his-prime-gym-and-diet-secrets-from-his-book-revealed-1753425289095">How Hulk Hogan trained in his prime: Gym and diet secrets from his book revealed</a>&nbsp;''Known for her shrewd acumen and incredible defensive prowess, it was always going to be a demanding challenge to break down Akula. And Hayata would fall short on this occasion as Akula remained steadfast to close out a stunning 3-0 victory over the World No. 11," the World Table Tennis Federation wrote on social media.

‘’Being the defending champion gives me a lot of confidence. I won both the women’s singles and doubles titles last year. Lagos has been a good hunting ground for me, and I’m really happy to be back. I just want to play my best and enjoy the tournament,” Sreeja was quoted as saying to Premium Times Nigeria.&nbsp;In 2024, Sreeja etched her name in history by becoming the first Indian to win the WTT Contender title. She is now chasing history, needing four more victories to claim her second title.

The Indian champion scored a total of 33 points, while Hina managed only 18. At one point, she had an eight-point lead and did not give the bronze medalist any chance to close the gap.

Defending champion Sreeja Akula stunned the table tennis and sporting world on Thursday (Jul 24) to defeat the tournament's top seed and Paris Olympic bronze medallist Hina Hayata at the World Table Tennis (WTT) Contenders Lagos. Sreeja looked comfortable right from the start at the Thomas Indoor Sports Hall as she sealed the game in three straight sets with the score line of 11-7, 11-8, and 11-3. Throughout the game, Sreeja dominated, scoring 16 points on Hina's serve. The Indian champion scored a total of 33 points, while Hina managed only 18. At one point, she had an eight-point lead and did not give the bronze medalist any chance to close the gap. After winning the first two sets, many believed Hina would stage a comeback; however, to everyone’s surprise, she only managed to score three points in the final set. Also read | How Hulk Hogan trained in his prime: Gym and diet secrets from his book revealed ''Known for her shrewd acumen and incredible defensive prowess, it was always going to be a demanding challenge to break down Akula. And Hayata would fall short on this occasion as Akula remained steadfast to close out a stunning 3-0 victory over the World No. 11," the World Table Tennis Federation wrote on social media.

The Indian champion scored a total of 33 points, while Hina managed only 18. At one point, she had an eight-point lead and did not give the bronze medalist any chance to close the gap.

Sreeja Akula ousts Paris Olympic bronze medalist Hina Hayata in straight sets at WTT Lagos, eyes second title

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