Australian Open 2023 HIGHLIGHTS: Priyanshu, Prannoy reach semis; Sindhu and Srikanth knocked out - blog

Game 2: Sindhu trails Zhang 10-11 at interval

Despite Sindhu fighting back, Zhang wins a long rally to take an 11-10 lead at the interval in the second game.

Game 2: Neck-to-neck battle

It is 10-10 in the second game. Sindhu is now fighting for survival. 

Game 2: Sindhu gains lead over Zhang

For the first time in the match, Sindhu gains a 10-9 lead over Zhang.

Game 2: Sindhu trails Zhang

Sindhu is yet to take a lead in the match. Sindhu wins a point to make it 8-9. 

Game 2: Zhang increases lead

Zhang increases her lead to two points, taking 9-7 lead in the second game

Game 2: Sindhu levels again

Three points for Sindhu. She levels the game. But again, Zhang manages to hold the lead. It is 8-7 in her favour.

Game 2: Zhang extends lead

Zhang gains a three-point lead over Sindhu. It is 7-4. Like the first game, the American shuttler is willing to wrap up the game fast. 

Game 2: Sindhu levels the game

Two quick points for Sindhu. She levels the second game. But Zhang is managing to find ways to extend her lead. 

It is 5-4 in Zhang's favour.

Game 2: Zhang maintains the tempo

Sindhu wins a couple of points. But Zhang carries her form forward to the second game, taking a 4-2 lead. 

Game 2: Zhang wins a rally

Zhang wins a rally and extends her lead to 2-1. Sindhu is looking out of sorts and slow now.