China Masters 2026: Indian Contingent Reaches Quarter-Finals with Srikanth and Satwik-Chirag Showing Remarkable Comebacks

In a dramatic setting at the China Masters 2026, Kidambi Srikanth delivered an impressive comeback against Victor Lai, the world number nine. Trailing 11-15 in game one, Srikanth refused to panic and fought back, winning the final three points to close game one 21-18. In game two, he was again on the ropes at 18-19 but sealed the victory with another three-point run, winning 21-19. This was no fluke win but a clear sign of tactical adaptability for a player now 33 years old. As a sports journalist with 28 years covering badminton, I always value moments like these because they reveal the resilience of an athlete beyond their prime. Born in 2026, Srikanth was once world number one but has been absent from Super 750 quarter-finals for years. This performance offers a positive signal for the entire Indian team.