It was a historic day for Indian sport. After years of steady progress on the world stage, India clinched its first-ever Squash World Cup title, marking a proud moment for the country. The final was packed with tension, skill, and grit, as Indian players showed why they now belong among the world’s best in squash.
Historic Moment as India Lifts Its Maiden Squash World Cup
India defeated Malaysia in the Squash World Cup final to lift the trophy for the very first time. The final followed the best-of-three matches format, with each game playing a crucial role.
- Saurav Ghosal won his match 3–1, earning 11–9, 11–6, 9–11, 11–7
- Joshna Chinappa delivered a strong performance, winning 3–0 with scores of 11–7, 11–8, 11–6
- The decisive mixed doubles match was played by Dipika Pallikal and Harinder Pal Singh Sandhu, who sealed the title with a 2–1 victory, winning 11–8, 9–11, 11–6
With this win, India secured the World Cup by taking two of the three matches.
This victory is a milestone for Indian squash. It shows how years of hard work, training, and belief have paid off. Indian players have often come close on the global stage, but this time, they went all the way. The win also boosts squash’s popularity in India and inspires young players to pick up the sport and dream big.
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