jonathan christi dismissed Sai Praneeth in the first round of the Asian Badminton Championship (BAC) 2022 at Muntinlupa Sports Complex, Wednesday (4/27) morning.

The match between Jonathan and Praneeth was tight. The Indian badminton player had taken the lead from the start of the first game.

Jonathan and Praneeth took turns scoring points. Jonathan’s first advantage came 6-5. Jonathan couldn’t escape Praneeth despite the header at the break.

After a break, the duel got tough again. Jonathan had a two-point lead at 13-11, but Praneeth kept closing.

The decisive moment came after the 18-17 score. Jonathan managed to score three straight points and secure the opener.

Praneth opened the scoring in game two and then took the lead. Jonathan didn’t let the situation last long. After leveling at 4-4, Jonathan won four straight points.

Jonathan led 11-5 at the break. Jonathan’s advantage grew after the break. As Praneeth struggled with all her might to hold off Jonathan’s points.

The world number eight in PBSI national training managed to break up Praneeth’s efforts. Even though his points acquisition had stalled, Jonathan was able to finish Game 2 with a 21-13 win.

Previously, Indonesia’s representative in the women’s singles sector, Putri Kusuma Wardani also won in the first round of BAC 2022

Putri had lost 10-21 to Kim Ga Eun in the first game. Putri then got up and won 21-11 in the second game. Exciting duels occur in the deciding game. Until finally a ball placement in the frontcourt of the Princess could not be returned by Kim. Putri won 21-15 and secured a spot in the second round.

(nva/har)