Slovakia drew first blood as Lubomir Pistej overcame Manush Shah in the opening contest. India responded swiftly as Manav Thakkar levelled the tie by defeating Jakub Zelinka. The momentum shifted again when Wang Yang restored Slovakia’s lead with a win over Harmeet Desai.
India, however, mounted a decisive turnaround. Manav Thakkar produced a commanding performance against Lubomir Pistej to bring the contest back on level terms. In the final and decisive match, Manush Shah held his nerve to defeat Jakub Zelinka, sealing a crucial 3–2 victory for India.
In the women’s competition, the Indian team is set to face Rwanda in its final group stage fixture. Both the men’s and women’s teams are scheduled to complete their respective group matches tonight, marking a decisive phase in India’s campaign at the championships.
The victory underlines India’s resilience under pressure, securing a vital group lead and strengthening their position as the tournament progresses toward the knockout stages.
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