The Delhi Lawn Tennis Authority Complex witnessed a tennis masterclass on Friday as India’s Billie Jean King Cup squad annihilated Mongolia 3-0. In their Group I Asia/Oceania hosting duties, the hosts have now split their four ties 2-2, but this performance was a statement of intent.
Switching to Jheel Desai for the first singles instead of Vaishnavi Adkar paid immediate dividends. Desai dismantled Anu-Vijhin Gantor 6-0, 6-0, dictating every rally from the baseline in under 40 minutes. No quarter was given, no mercy shown.
Sahaja Yamalapalli followed suit, replicating the bagel set scores against Jar-gal Altansarnai. Her aggressive serving and court coverage left the Mongolian star floundering, unable to mount any offense.
Vaishnavi Adkar and Rutuja Bhosle then took the court for doubles, overwhelming Khongorzul Aldarkhishig and Altansarnai 6-1, 6-0. The pair’s communication and net play were flawless, turning potential rallies into quick points and ensuring a clean sweep.
This first-ever encounter between the nations ends decisively in India’s favor. As the group stage concludes Saturday against Korea Republic, the team carries momentum into what could be a playoff-deciding battle. Fans are buzzing with optimism for a deep run.
