Japan Masters 2023: HS Prannoy wins; Lakshya, Priyanshu lose in R32 - Highlights

Game 2: Lakshya's backhand return finds the net

Kodai extends his lead to 10-6 in the second game.

Game 2: Kodai wins a sapping rally

Kodai has so much deception in his hand. He wins a sapping with a deceptive shot from the net. It just trickles over the net cord. Lakshya rolls on the ground. 

Kodai leads 9-6.

Game 2: Laksh draws level

Lakshya smashes again and Kodai's return goes wide. It is 6-6 now. 

Game 2: Smash by Lakshya

Kodai sends a toss and Lakshya goes for a smash from the backcourt. Kodai stretches himself but cannot return it. Lakshya trails 5-6.

Game 2: Lakshya's toss goes wide

Kodai extends his lead to 5-3 in the second game.

Game 2: Lakshya smashes

Lakshya sends down a smash, Kodai has no chance. Lakshya wins his first point and trails 2-3. 

He equals the parity now with a crosscourt winner. It is 3-3 now.

Game 2: Lakshya goes wide again

Kodai takes a 2-0 lead in the second game.

Game 2: Lakshya vs Kodai

Kodai gets off the mark as Lakshya's smash goes wide. 

Kodai wins the opening game

Kodai wins the first game 21-17. Lakshya's late comeback in the game does not bode well for him. 

Kodai on game point

Kodai reaches on game point after winning two points in a row at 20-17.