India, Nov. 11 -- Lakshya Sen will begin his campaign at the Japan Masters 2026 against Chinese Taipei's Chi Yu Jen in the men's singles first round on Wednesday, November 11. The Indian shuttler arrives in Kumamoto in impressive form after winning the Hylo Open earlier this month. Sen will be eager to carry that momentum into the BWF Super 500 tournament and strengthen his chances of qualifying for the season-ending World Tour Finals. However, Chi Yu Jen will pose a tricky opening challenge. The Lakshya Sen vs Chi Yu Jen badminton match will start with 2:40 PM IST.

Head-to-Head Record

The two players have faced each other twice on the international circuit, with their head-to-head record level at 1-1. Chi Yu Jen won their first meeting...