When it comes to Indian badminton, PV Sindhu is a name that shines bright like a star. Despite a bad run in 2025, as the BWF World Championships prepare to kick off in Paris from August 25 to 31, Sindhu has once again taken the center stage. This year, she emerges as the only Indian singles player to be seeded in this highly competitive women’s singles draw.
Seeded 15th out of 16 players, PV Sindhu holds the unique distinction of carrying India’s hopes all by herself in the singles category. The top seed in the tournament is defending champion An Se Young from Korea, but all eyes will be on Sindhu as she looks to make her mark.
PV Sindhu’s Campaign So Far
Talking about her 2025 campaign so far, it has been a mixed bag for PV Sindhu. She started the season with some promise, reaching the quarterfinals at the India Open early in the year. However, the rest of the season has been tough, with Sindhu not making it past the last eight in subsequent tournaments.
For someone of her caliber, a two-time Olympic medallist and former World Champion, this inconsistency is surprising. Yet, despite the ups and downs, she has shown glimpses of her fighting spirit and determination to bounce back. A big highlight was her impressive win against world No. 6 Tomoka Miyazaki at the China Open 2025, showing she can still challenge the best in the world.
So, How Did PV Sindhu Become Seeded Despite What Many Call A “Bad Season”?
The answer lies mainly in her world ranking and her past achievements, which still hold considerable weight. Seedings for the World Championships are based on the latest world rankings, and PV Sindhu’s rank of 15th was just good enough to secure her a seed. Other Indian players, like Lakshya Sen and HS Prannoy, unfortunately, fell short of the top 16 cutoff in the men’s singles.
PV Sindhu’s rich history in the sport, including five World Championship medals and her status as the first Indian world champion, helps her maintain a better position than others. It’s a testament to her consistency over the years and the respect she commands globally.
Being the sole seeded Indian singles player this year also highlights a shift in Indian badminton’s landscape. For PV Sindhu, this means extra pressure but also an opportunity to shine on the biggest stage. For fans, this is a hope to see her regain that big-match confidence and possibly add another medal to her impressive career tally.
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