India face tough draw in Thomas, Uber Cup groups
India have been handed a challenging group draw for the upcoming Thomas and Uber Cup badminton tournaments, setting up a difficult start against top-ranked opponents in the team events.
The men’s and women’s teams will face strong sides early in the group stage, increasing pressure to qualify for the knockouts. “It’s a tough draw, but we are prepared to compete,” a team member said. Another official added, “At this level, every match is a big test.”
India have shown steady progress in recent years, including strong performances in team events. “We have the squad to fight against the best,” an expert noted.
The draw means India must deliver consistent performances from the start to stay in contention.