Ayush Shetty beat Lee Zii Jia in the opening round of Malaysia Open (Picture credit: Badminton Photo)
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News1812-01-2026, 17:20

Ayush Shetty's Junior-to-Senior Transition Under Spotlight at India Open

  • Ayush Shetty to face Lakshya Sen in the opening round of the India Open starting January 13 in New Delhi.
  • This marks Ayush's debut at the Super 750 India Open, signifying his transition to the senior circuit.
  • A 2023 BWF World Junior Championships bronze medallist, Ayush won the US Open and reached quarterfinals at Hong Kong, Hylo, and Australian Opens.
  • Ayush acknowledges the tough transition from juniors to seniors, emphasizing the challenge of consistency against top players.
  • He views playing Lakshya Sen as a challenge, hoping for a win despite the divided home support.

Why It Matters: Ayush Shetty makes his India Open debut, facing Lakshya Sen as he navigates the challenging senior circuit.

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