Shenzhen, September 18, 2025 — PV Sindhu produced a composed and confident performance to overcome Thailand’s sixth-seeded Pornpawee Chochuwong 21-15, 21-15 in the Round of 16 at the Li-Ning China Masters Super 750 in Shenzhen and secure a spot in the quarterfinals.

Sindhu, currently ranked No. 14, took control early, showcasing fluid footwork and sharp court positioning, a marked improvement from earlier matches this year. The Indian Express+1 The match lasted just 41 minutes, underlining the Indian star’s efficient and assertive play.

This victory marks a key turnaround: Sindhu had previously lost to Chochuwong in the Indonesia Open, but this time she maintained composure and never allowed the Thai shuttler to build momentum.

With confidence high, Sindhu now moves into the quarterfinals, where she is expected to face South Korea’s world No. 1 An Se-young.