Hosts India scripted a memorable triumph at the 2025 Squash World Cup Final as they defeated Hong Kong, China to clinch the title, becoming only the fifth nation to win a major World Squash team event.
In the opening match, 39-year-old Chennai native and former world No 10 Joshna Chinappa faced 32-year-old Ka Yi Lee. Despite Lee’s higher world ranking of 37 compared to Chinappa’s 79, the Indian went in as the favourite, buoyed by a strong run of form reminiscent of her peak years.
Chinappa largely controlled the contest, weathering a brief fightback from Lee before sealing a 7-3, 2-7, 7-5, 7-1 victory to give India the early advantage.
Men’s first string Abhay Singh then extended the lead with a commanding performance against Alex Lau, Hong Kong, China’s standout player from the semi-final. Singh, who had won both previous meetings against Lau, was dominant from the outset, combining sharp attacking play with precise length to secure a 7-1, 7-4, 7-4 win in just 19 minutes.
With India leading 2-0, the onus fell on 17-year-old Anahat Singh against women’s first string Tomato Ho. Rising to the occasion, Anahat showed remarkable composure and authority, outplaying Ho 7-2, 7-2, 7-5 to seal the title.