Indian Shuttlers Kiran George And Unnati Hooda Sweep Singles Titles At Odisha Masters 2025
Indian badminton prowess took center stage at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium in Cuttack this week. The prestigious Odisha Masters 2025 concluded on December 14, marking the end of six days of high-intensity sporting action that began on December 9. Homegrown talents secured top honors in the singles categories, delighting the local crowds, while international pairs displayed exceptional coordination to dominate the doubles events.
Singles Categories: Indian Dominance
Kiran George emerged victorious in a hard-fought men’s final. He defeated Indonesia’s Muhammad Yusuf in a three-game thriller, bouncing back from a second-set loss to seal the win with scores of 21-14, 13-21, and 21-16. Meanwhile, the women’s final was an all-Indian affair where top seed Unnati Hooda showcased superior skill. She secured a straight-game victory over compatriot Isharani Baruah (21-17, 21-10) to claim the championship title.
Doubles Categories: International Triumph
Indonesia proved dominant in the doubles categories. In the men's doubles, the pair of Ali Rehan and Devin Artha Wahudi overcame the Malaysian duo of Kang Khai Xing and Aaron Tai in three sets. Indonesia also claimed the mixed doubles title through Marwan Faza and Aisyah Salsabila Putri Pranata, who won in straight games. In the women's doubles, the Bulgarian sisters Gabriela and Stefani Stoeva defeated their Malaysian opponents to lift the trophy.
Closing Ceremony and Officials
Top officials ensured the smooth conduct of the matches under the guidance of Tournament Director Venu Gopal Mahalingam and Swiss Referee Monique Bastien. The closing ceremony saw a gathering of eminent personalities. Dignitaries, including Padma Vibhushan Sudarshan Sahoo and Sports Secretary Sachin Ramchandra Jadhav, presented the trophies and prize money to the deserving winners, bringing a successful tournament to a close.
