Thomas Cup 2026 badminton: Will India overcome Chinese Taipei challenge in quarterfinal clash?

Thomas Cup 2026 badminton: Will India overcome Chinese Taipei challenge in quarterfinal clash? India will aim to stay on course for a second title when they face a formidable Chinese Taipei in the quarterfinals of the Thomas Cup Finals on Friday. Four years ago, India achieved an unprecedented feat by clinching the Thomas Cup crown — the world team championship of badminton — bringing the sport firmly into focus among the country’s youth. This time, India progressed to the quarterfinals after finishing second in Group A and will face Chinese Taipei, who are yet to win the title. India made a strong start to their campaign with a 4-1 win over Canada, followed by a 5-0 sweep of Australia, before going down 2-3 to China despite a spirited effort. Chinese Taipei is also a formidable side, led by world No. 6 Chou Tien Chen. Alongside him, world No. 8 and reigning All England champion Lin Chun-Yi and world No. 21 Chi Yu Jen add depth to their singles line-up. In doubles, the Taiwanese side boasts of the world No. 14 pair of Chiu Hsiang Chieh and Wang Chi-Lin, and world No. 16 duo of Lee Jhe-Huei and Yang Po-Hsuan. India, on the other hand, have looked in good touch, with both singles and doubles combinations performing well. Young Ayush Shetty has carried forward his form from the Badminton Asia Championships, where he finished runner-up, winning all three of his matches, including victories over Brian Yang and Weng Hong Yang in the second singles. We talk sport 24x7, 365 days a year. Come join us for the latest analysis, exclusive interviews, news, and updates. Part of the AajTak and India Today Group. For more content follow us on - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sportstodayofficial/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SportsTodayofficial Twitter - https://twitter.com/SportsTodayofc #india #thomascup #thomascup2026 #badminton #ayushshetty #lakshyasen