Hong Kong Open: Indian hope over as Kidambi Srikanth gets knocked out

With Srikanth's defeat, the Indian challenge in Hong Kong Open also came to an end.

Hong Kong Open: Kidambi Srikanth marches into semi-finals

Srikanth in the first game outclassed China's Chen Long with a score of 21-13.

In an all Indian affair, Srikanth outclassed Sourabh Verma 21-11, 15-21, 21-19.

The 27-year-old had the upper hand in the game as he did not allow his opponent to built the momentum in the 44-minute long encounter.

Sindhu defeated South Korea's Kim Ga Eun 21-15, 21-16 to progress further in the competition.

Nehwal was defeated by China's Cai Yan Yan 13-21, 20-22.

Sourabh first defeated Thailand's Tanongsak Saensomboonsuk 21-15 21-19 before getting the better of Lucas Claerbout.

The Indian had beaten Nishimoto thrice before this match.

The Indian player has had a string of disappointments since, losing five straight finals including at the Asian Games against Tai.

Sindhu, who had won the China Open last week, failed to put up a similar performance as Ying overpowered her totally.