Indian badminton sensations Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand are set to make history as they compete in the women’s doubles semi-final of the BWF World Championships 2026 today, Saturday, August 22, 2026. Having already assured India of a medal, the unseeded pair faces their toughest challenge yet against the formidable top seeds, Liu Shengshu and Tan Ning of China.
The high-stakes encounter promises thrilling badminton action from the Indira Gandhi Arena in New Delhi, with the Indian duo aiming to reach their first-ever World Championships final.
The Indian pair delivered a stunning comeback victory in their quarter-final match against the World No. 4 pair, two-time Olympic medallist Jia Yifan and Zhang Shuxian, winning 16-21, 21-15, 21-13. This marked their inaugural triumph over the Chinese duo in four meetings and ensured India’s medal streak at the Worlds continues since 2011.
When and Where to Watch Treesa Jolly-Gayatri Gopichand vs Liu Shengshu-Tan Ning Semi-Final?
The BWF World Championships 2026 women’s doubles semi-final featuring Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand against Liu Shengshu and Tan Ning will take place on Saturday, August 22, 2026. The prestigious tournament is being held at the Indira Gandhi Arena in New Delhi, India.
Live Streaming and TV Telecast in India
Badminton enthusiasts in India can follow the Treesa Jolly-Gayatri Gopichand vs Liu Shengshu-Tan Ning semi-final live on television and through online streaming platforms. The match will be broadcast on Star Sports 1, Star Sports Select 1, and Star Sports Select 1 HD TV channels. For online viewers, live streaming will be available on JioHotstar.
Worldwide Streaming Options
Fans outside India can catch the BWF World Championships 2026 semi-finals via official online platforms. Worldwide streaming is provided by BWF TV, the official YouTube channel of the Badminton World Federation, and Olympics.com.
Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand’s journey to the semi-finals has been nothing short of spectacular, culminating in a guaranteed medal for India. As they prepare to face the top-seeded Chinese pair, all eyes will be on the Indian duo to see if they can advance to the final and vie for the gold medal on home soil.