Goa, April 27 -- India delivered a commanding performance to defeat Australia 5-0 in their second Group A tie of the Thomas Cup 2026 at Horsens on Monday, April 27, sealing their place in the quarterfinals in style. The former champions, who had earlier beaten Canada 4-1, continued their dominant run and now sit at the top of Group A.

The tie began with Lakshya Sen setting the tone for India, as he defeated Ephraim Stephen Sam 21-14, 21-16 with controlled aggression and sharp net play. Rising star Ayush Shetty extended the lead to 2-0, dismantling Shrey Dhand 21-8, 21-6 in just 26 minutes, showcasing India's depth in the singles category.

The doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty then ensured the tie was effectively ...