India clinched its maiden Squash World Cup title with a commanding 3-0 victory over top-seeded Hong Kong in the final at Chennai on December 14, 2025, marking a historic milestone for the sport in the country. The triumphant team—comprising Joshna Chinappa, Abhay Singh, Velavan Senthilkumar, and teenage sensation Anahat Singh—remained unbeaten throughout the tournament, surpassing their previous best of a bronze medal in the 2023 edition. Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded the squad for their dedication, stating the win would inspire youth and elevate squash's popularity nationwide.

The final showcased India's dominance from the outset. Veteran Joshna Chinappa, ranked 79th globally, opened with a resilient 3-1 win (7-3, 2-7, 7-5, 7-1) over world No. 37 Lee Ka Yi. Abhay Singh, Asia's top-ranked men's player at No. 29, followed with a swift 3-0 triumph (7-1, 7-4, 7-4) against Alex Lau in just 19 minutes. Seventeen-year-old Anahat Singh sealed the title with a composed 3-0 victory (7-2, 7-2, 7-5) over world No. 31 Tomato Ho, rendering the fourth match unnecessary.

India's path to the summit was equally impressive, starting with 4-0 group-stage routs of Switzerland and Brazil. They dispatched South Africa 3-0 in the quarterfinals before stunning two-time defending champions Egypt by the same margin in the semifinals. The clean sweep in the final underscored the team's depth and cohesion in the revamped four-member format.

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PM Modi posted, X: "Congratulations to the Indian Squash Team for creating history and winning their first-ever World Cup title... Their success has made the entire nation proud. This win will also boost the popularity of squash among our youth." The victory highlights emerging talent like Anahat Singh, whose recent international exploits include reaching semifinals in major events.

Hosted at the SDAT facilities, the tournament provided a platform for India to showcase its growing prowess in squash. The triumph is expected to spur investments in infrastructure and grassroots development, further propelling the sport's rise.

As celebrations ensue, the team's flawless campaign signals India's arrival as a formidable force in global squash, inspiring a new generation to take up the racket.

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