Indian badminton star PV Sindhu will take on China's Wang Zhi Yi in the semi-final of the Malaysia Open on Saturday.
Currently tanked No 18 in the world, Sindhu has made an impressive return to tour after her 2025 season was cut short due to injuries. The two-time Olympic medalist progressed to the final four on Friday after third seed Akane Yamaguchi retired after the Indian had pocketed the first game 21-11.
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Sindhu lead's Wang 3-2 in career head-to-head record, and beat the Chinese 2-0 in their last meeting at the BWF World Championships last year.
Here is everything you need to know about PV Sindhu vs. Wang Zhi Yi, including TV and streaming options for the match.
Where to watch PV Sindhu vs. Wang Zhi Yi: TV channel, live stream
- TV channel: N/A
- Live stream: Jio Hotstar
PV Sindhu vs. Wang Zhi Yi is available for live stream on Jio Hotstar.
PV Sindhu vs. Wang Zhi Yi start time
- Date: Saturday, January 10 IST
- Time: 7:30 a.m. IST
PV Sindhu vs. Wang Zhi Yi is scheduled to start at 7:30 a.m. On Saturday, January 10 IST (Indian time). The match will be played at KL Sports City, Bukit Jalil.
PV Sindhu vs. Wang Zhi Yi Malaysia Open 2026 road to the semi-final
Here is how PV Sindhu and Wang Zhi Yi have made it to the semi-finals of the Malaysia Open:
PV Sindhu
| Round | Opponent | Result |
| QF | 3-Akane Yamaguhi | Won 21-11 (Retd) |
| 2nd round | 8-Tomoka Miyazaki | Won 21-8, 21-13 |
| 1st round | Shuo Yun Sung | Won 21-13, 22-20 |
Wang Zhi Yi
| Round | Opponent | Result |
| QF | 6-Putri Kusuma Wardani | Won 21-17, 21-18 |
| 2nd Round | Hsiang Ti Lin | Won 21-15, 21-8 |
| 1st round | Kirsty Gilmour | Won 21-17, 21-9 |
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