Japan Masters 2023: HS Prannoy wins; Lakshya, Priyanshu lose in R32 - Highlights
Game 2: Lin leads 11-6 at the interval
Lin takes a crucial 11-6 lead at the interval of the second game over Priyanshu.
Game 2: Priyanshu's return ruffles the net
Priyanshu's backhand return hits the net as Lin takes a 10-6 lead.
Game 2: Priyanshu's serve goes long
Lin extends his lead to 8-6 as Priyanshu's serve goes long.
Game 2: Lin takes a two-point lead
Priyanshu's backhand return hits the net, and Lin takes a 7-5 lead over the Indian shuttler.
Game 2: Priyanshu draws level
Priyanshu hits a flat smash from the mid-court; Lin cannot do anything about it. The game is now at par at 5-5.
Game 2: Priyanshu trails 3-5
Lin gets off to a superb start in the second game as he takes a 5-3 lead over Priyanshu.
Priyanshu concedes the opening game
Lin takes the lead in the match by winning the opening game 21-15. He wraps up the first game, winning two points in a row.
Game 1: Three points in a row for Priyanshu
Priyanshu's net control is brilliant. He has just tried a half-push over the net cord and the shuttle lands in the deep court.
Priyanshu trails 15-19.
Game 1: Priyanshu goes wide again
Lin extends his lead to 19-12. The Chinese Taipei player is now two points from winning the opening game.
Game 1: Smash by Priyanshu
Priyanshu's deep smash finds no answer from Lin. Priyanshu trails 12-16.
The Indian shuttler's angled return goes wide again. Lin extends his lead to 17-12 and then to 18-12.
Stay connected with The Bridge on #socials.