Ankita Raina leads India to victory against Thailand in Bille Jean King Cup
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On the opening day of the Billie Jean King Cup, India defeated Thailand 2-1 in the Asia/Oceania Group I competition. In the first match of the tie, Rutuja Bhosale lost to Luksika Kumkhum, which put India in a tough spot trailing 0-1 in the Pool A contest. However, seasoned Ankita Raina stepped up to the challenge and won her second singles 5-7 6-1 6-3 against Peangtarn Plipuech, which leveled the tie 1-1.
Raina then teamed up with Bhosale for the decisive doubles match and they managed to beat the Thai pairing of Kumkhum and Plipuech 4-6 6-3 6-2. The win gave India a much-needed boost as they took the lead in the tie.
Ankita Raina’s performances were the highlight of the match, as she won both her matches and led India to a hard-fought victory against a strong opponent. India will now face hosts Uzbekistan on Wednesday in their next match.
The Bille Jean King Cup is an important competition for women’s tennis and Ankita Raina’s victory is a testament to the talent and skill of Indian women’s tennis players. This victory is also a significant milestone for women’s sports in India, as it highlights the achievements of women athletes and their contributions to the world of sports.
Re-Repoted from the story originally published in Dailyhunt
