Singles is key as Malaysia led by Jun Hao eye last eight as group winners

Better odds: Leong Jun Hao holds the upper hand in head-to-head matches against Japan’s singles contenders.

PETALING JAYA: Malaysia need to secure three victories over Japan in today’s Sudirman Cup Group C tie, and one could very well hinge on the men’s singles.

Both Malaysia and Japan have already confirmed their spots in the quarter-finals, having both defeated Australia and France in impressive fashion.