Rexy: We can capitalise on India’s pressure to retain mixed team gold


Fiery form: M. Thinaah and Pearly Tan are on a good run and should be able to give India a challenge for gold at the Commonwealth Games. — AFP

PETALING JAYA: The pressure is on India to retain their mixed team gold in the Commonwealth Games (July 29-Aug 8) and this will give the young Malaysian squad to challenge the favourites in Birmingham.

National doubles coaching director Rexy Mainaky said Malaysia can match India in all departments and sees women’s singles P. V. Sindhu as the only player who may have an advantage.

Save 30% OFF The Star Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 9.73/month

Billed as RM 9.73 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.63/month

Billed as RM 103.60 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In Badminton

Malaysia boast most nominees at BWF Player of the Year awards
Skipper Ee Wei ready to boost team’s chances as secret weapon
Opposites off court
BAM boss Zafrul believes shuttlers can win four golds
BAM target four golds at SEA Games, name Tang Jie-Ee Wei as captains
Doubles dilemma as Malaysia women wait on SEA Games game plan
Serving up success
The only way is up
Doubles dilemma as Malaysia women wait on SEA Games game plan
Still leaning on Lee

Others Also Read