Nagoya (Japan). Ahead of the much-awaited cricket match between India and Pakistan in the Asian Games 2026 being played in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, there will be high-voltage drama between the two countries on the squash court. India’s star squash player Abhay Singh has performed brilliantly and entered the men’s singles semi-finals, where he will face arch-rival Pakistan. Due to the dominance of Indian players in squash, three more medals have been sealed for the country.
Abhay Singh reached the semi-finals by defeating the host Japanese player 3-0
In the quarter-final match of Men’s Singles category, Abhay Singh showed aggressive play and defeated the host Japanese player 3-0 in a one-sided manner. With this resounding victory, Abhay made it to the semi-finals and ensured at least a bronze medal for India.
Now Abhay will face Pakistan’s star player Ashab Irfan in the semi-finals (final race) to be held on Saturday. Ashab Irfan had secured a ticket for the semi-finals by defeating Indian young player Veer Chotrani in the quarter-final match. In such a situation, Abhay will also have a golden opportunity to settle the score of his teammate’s defeat.
Anahat Singh shines, defeats Tanvi Khanna and secures medal
Indian squash’s young sensation Anahat Singh has also continued his brilliant performance. In the quarterfinals of women’s singles, Anahat faced experienced Indian player Tanvi Khanna. In the All-Indian match, Anahat dominated and defeated Tanvi 3-0 and secured another medal for India by entering the semi-finals.
Pair of Joshna Chinappa and Velavin Senthilkumar shine in mixed doubles
Before the singles matches, the Indian pair also hoisted the tricolor in mixed doubles. India’s experienced squash star Joshna Chinappa and her partner Velavin Senthilkumar displayed a strong performance and defeated the strong Filipino pair. With this victory, the Indian pair has reached the semi-finals of mixed doubles and secured another medal in India’s kitty.