India women edge Ukraine 3-2 in TT thriller

India’s women’s table tennis team kept their qualification hopes alive at the ITTF World Team Table Tennis Championships Finals with a thrilling 3-2 victory over Ukraine in a crucial Group 6 encounter on Wednesday.

In a high-pressure tie, the Indian paddlers showed grit and composure to edge past their opponents in a closely fought contest that went down to the wire. The win has also strengthened India’s chances of finishing on top of the group.

The tie began on a tense note as Manika Batra, ranked world No. 49, found herself under pressure against the experienced Tetyana Bilenko. Despite a challenging start, the Indian team regrouped and fought back strongly in subsequent matches.

Each rubber saw momentum swing between the two sides, keeping spectators on edge throughout the contest. India’s ability to hold their nerve in the निर्णायक fifth match proved decisive, sealing an important win in the group stage.

The victory not only boosts India’s standing in Group 6 but also underscores the team’s resilience and growing confidence on the global stage.

With qualification at stake, the Indian women will look to carry forward this momentum in their remaining fixtures of the tournament.