One way traffic!
One way traffic at the moment, as Vitidsarn races to an eight-point lead at 15-7.
Vitidsarn leads at mid-game break
Vitidsarn has a four-point lead at the mid-game break. Can Srikanth bounce back?
Srikanth fighting back
Some smart play from Kidambi Srikanth as he tries to stage a fightback.
Wonderful drop from Srikanth
A wonderful cross-court drop shot from Srikanth to win back a point. Trails 5-8.
Not at his best
Srikanth is certainly not looking at his best here. Still early times in the match, but he trials 3-7.
Early lead for Vitidsarn
Vitisarn takes an early 4-2 lead. Srikanth trying to hang on.
Vitidsarn takes the first point
Vitidsarn takes the first point of the match, with a powerful smash.
Kidambi Srikanth up next!
It is men's singles up next, and it will be the former world number 1 - Kidambi Srikanth for India. The 28-year-old would be raring to go after missing out on the Tokyo Olympics qualification.
He, however, is expected to face a stern challenge from Kunlavut Vitidsran. The duo has faced off once earlier, with Vitidsran winning the match in straight games at the 2020 Asian Team Championships.
Chochuwong WINS!
Malvika Bansod saves two match points, but that is all she could come up with as Chochuwong wraps up the match 21-11, 21-14 to equalise the India-Thailand tie at one match apiece.
Malvika saves one
Some wonderful net play from Malvika Bansod as she saves one match point. A little too late, I would say.
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