Ankita Raina

India convincingly swept aside Mongolia in the Billie Jean King Cup Asia/Oceania Group 1 tie in New Delhi. But the bigger challenge awaits a day later, against Korea, amid slim playoff qualification hopes.

India kicks off its Billie Jean King Cup campaign against Thailand, aiming for a World Group playoffs spot. Spearheaded by veterans ankita raina and Rutuja Bhosale, the squad, bolstered by late addition Zeel Desai, is physically and mentally prepared.

India bounced back strongly against New Zealand, securing a decisive 3-0 victory to keep their Billie Jean King Cup playoff hopes alive. After an early setback against Thailand, debutant Vaishnavi Adkar and a resilient Sahaja Yamlapalli delivered crucial singles wins. The team's performance showcased remarkable determination and a strong comeback spirit.

India faced a 1-2 defeat against Thailand in the Billie Jean King Cup's Asia/Oceania Group I tie. Sahaja Yamalapalli's valiant effort in the second singles match concluded in a narrow loss after a rain delay. Despite the tie being decided, the doubles pair of Rutuja Bhosale and ankita raina secured a win, salvaging some pride for the Indian team.

India beat Korea 2-1 to win their fifth and final tie in the Billie Jean King Cup. India had to win 3-0 and needed other result to go their way, but neither worked out. India finished third in the group and will not qualify for the playoffs.

India suffered a 0-3 loss to Indonesia in the Billie Jean King Cup after a series of missed opportunities. Vaishnavi Adkar and the doubles pair of ankita raina and Rutuja Bhosale let winning chances slip, while Sahaja Yamalapalli struggled against a higher-ranked opponent. Coach Vishal Uppal said, “I think today was a day of missed chances,” urging players to learn, improve, and keep fighting despite fading qualification hopes.

India's top tennis player ankita raina stated the national team is drawing inspiration from the women's cricket team's ODI World Cup victory ahead of the Billie Jean King Cup tie. Raina emphasized the team's motivation to achieve a historic third qualification for the World Group playoffs, aiming to elevate Indian women's tennis.

India's Billie Jean King Cup campaign faced setbacks with Shrivalli Bhamidipaty's back spasm and Vaidehee Chaudhari's ankle injury. Zeel Desai has joined the squad as cover, bringing depth to the team led by India No. 1 Vaishnavi Adkar. The team aims to qualify for the playoffs in this round-robin format.

Vaishnavi Adkar and Sahaja Yamalapalli earned their first wins in India colours, helping India take an unbeatable lead against New Zealand in the BJK Cup Asia/Oceania Group 1 tie. Later, ankita raina and Rutuja Bhosale ensured a clean 3-0 win.

India trailed Thailand 0-1 in a rain-affected BJK Cup Asia/Oceania Group 1 tie in New Delhi. Vaishnavi Adkar lost her match and Sahaja Yamalapalli's contest was interrupted by rain before play was suspended for the day.

India's doubles prowess contrasts with singles struggles ahead of the Billie Jean King Cup. With no players in the top 300, captain Vishal Uppal highlights systemic gaps, advocating for broader investment in young talent and athletic development to foster future champions and improve global competitiveness.

Former player Vishal Uppal leads India in the Billie Jean King Cup's Asia/Oceania Group 1, aiming to build depth in women's tennis. Having experienced the game's pressures firsthand, Uppal emphasised mental fortitude over technique at this level. In the BJK Cup, India face a tough challenge against New Zealand, Korea, Indonesia, Mongolia, and Thailand, with qualification for the playoffs as their goal.

The flag bearer of Indian tennis contingent Sania Mirza and ankita raina are now headed to Tokyo for the upcoming Olympics.

Shooter Samrat Rana and cricketer Smriti Mandhana were crowned Sportspersons of the Year at the TOISA 2025 awards in Lucknow. Javelin thrower Sumit Antil and archer Sheetal Devi also received top honours in the para category. The ceremony celebrated India's sporting achievements across numerous disciplines, recognising outstanding performances throughout 2025.

Sania Mirza and ankita raina are all set to represent India in Women's Doubles Tennis at the upcoming Tokyo Olympics after entries were officially announced on Thursday.

The Indian Fed cup team created history by earning a promotion to the play-offs for the first time ever with ankita raina leading the side to 2-1 win over Indonesia. Raina pulled off a crucial singles win against talented Aldila Sutjiadi to lock the tie 1-1 after Rutuja Bhosale suffered a crushing defeat against Priska Madelyn Nugroho.

The biggest gain for India from this Fed Cup tie no doubt was the performance of their No. 1 player ankita raina.

ankita raina, Ahmedabad-based tennis player, is slowing but steadily climbing up the ladder as far as international ranking in concern.