Malaysia Masters: Sindhu, Ashmita, George advance to 2nd round - Highlights
Obayashi breaks George's point spree
Obayashi breaks George's five-point spree to retain his lead at 13-10.
George wins four points in a row in 2nd game
George is on a comeback trail as he wins four points in a row to trail 9-11 after the break.
George trails in the 2nd game
Obayashi makes a superb comeback in the second game. His improved court coverage and retrieving skills are fully on display in this game. He claims an 11-5 lead at the interval.
George wins the opening game
Obayashi saves one game point, but Geroge claims the first game (21-16) with a body smash.
George on game point
Brilliant placement by George. He places the shuttler to Obayashi's forehand with an angled flick. The Indian shuttler leads 20-15.
Obayashi wins a long rally
Obayashi wins a rally to narrow the gap as he trails 14-19 against George in the opening game.
Obayashi's smash ruffles the net
George claims a five-point against the Japanese shuttler at 15-10 in the first game.
George takes a solid lead in the first game
George takes a 13-9 lead in the opening game against Obayashi.
Kiran George in action
Kiran George is taking on Takuma Obayashi of Japan in the first round.
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