Hosts India began their mixed team campaign for the Suhandinata Cup in style, registering a commanding win over neighbours Nepal, while Sri Lanka pulled off a thrilling comeback victory against the UAE in a nerve-wracking Group H encounter on the opening day of the BWF World Junior Championships 2025 at the National Centre of Excellence here on Monday.

Second seeds India fielded an experimental line-up but had no trouble cruising to a 45-18, 45-17 victory in their group opener. Sri Lanka, meanwhile, capitalised on the UAE’s tactical changes to prevail 30-45, 45-34, 45-44 after a dramatic decider.

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All the traditional powerhouses, including 14-time champions China, former winners Indonesia, and South Korea, also began their campaigns on a strong note, comfortably defeating t

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