Lakshya Sen Research suggests 2025 was a transitional year for Indian badminton, marked by injuries and inconsistent form among veterans, but highlighted by strong performances from doubles specialists and emerging juniors. It seems likely that Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty were the standout performers, securing a bronze at the BWF World Championships and becoming the first Indian men's doubles pair to reach the semifinals at the BWF World Tour Finals. Evidence le