India's Prannoy seals historic Thomas Cup badminton finals berth; up against mighty Indonesia next

Members of India’s badminton team celebrate after India’s H.S. Prannoy wins against Denmark’s Rasmus Gemke during the semifinals of the Thomas and Uber Cup badminton tournament in Bangkok on May 13, 2022. - AFP

BANGKOK, May 13, 2022 (AFP): H.S. Prannoy overcame an injury scare to secure the vital point as India shocked Denmark in Thailand early Saturday to reach the finals of the Thomas and Uber Cup men's badminton tournament for the first time.

Danish world champion Viktor Axelsen had provided some early inspiration in the semi-finals for his team -- making quick work of India's Lakshya Sen -- sealing victory in 49 minutes, 21-13, 21-13.