Shuttle Zone: The importance of workload management in a packed Olympic qualification year

The Olympic qualification cycle began on May 1 and continues till April 28 next year, forcing a scramble for ranking points in search of a Paris 2024 berth.

Shlok Ramchandran

· Aug 19, 2023 · 02:00 pm

Shuttle Zone: How does one figure out style of play and what to look for in an ideal doubles partner

In this column, we will. try to decode the main playing styles and what a coach’s advice would be to budding players or pairs.

Shlok Ramchandran

· Jun 15, 2023 · 08:10 pm

Shuttle Zone: Decoding mixed doubles in badminton through the lens of an all-time great rally

We will look at mixed doubles through the lens of an sensational exchange at the All England Open, a rally that will go down as arguably the best of 2023.

Shlok Ramchandran

· May 08, 2023 · 11:45 am

Shuttle Zone: How to get started with badminton? And how to prepare for matches? Here’s a guide

If you are looking to start off playing badminton, here’s a beginner’s guide that could get you going.

Shlok Ramchandran

· Mar 29, 2023 · 04:30 pm

Shuttle Zone: From Naraoka to Treesa-Gayatri, new kids on the block who could make their mark

The 2022 season saw a host of new young talent climbing up the ranks, laying the foundation for greater competition.

Shlok Ramchandran

· Feb 08, 2023 · 10:17 am

Shuttle Zone: Decoding men’s singles – is counter-attacking badminton the name of the game?

Is attacking badminton going out of vogue? We reflect on the overall pattern in men’s singles and where the top Indian players stand in the discipline.

Shlok Ramchandran

· Jan 03, 2023 · 05:02 pm

Shuttle Zone: Emotional intelligence – why parents, coaches play huge role in shaping a kid’s career

From support after heartbreaking losses to understanding training requirements, parents and coaches are critical in shaping a young shuttler’s career.

Shlok Ramchandran

· Nov 01, 2022 · 10:22 am

Shuttle Zone: Beyond Saina Nehwal and PV Sindhu, decoding India’s women’s singles puzzle

In this column, we analyse the women’s singles scene at the moment and also see what current crop of Indian youngsters can possibly do to get that breakthrough.

Shlok Ramchandran

· Oct 08, 2022 · 09:45 am

Shuttle Zone: A look at what makes doubles badminton a completely different beast from singles

If you have been inspired by seeing Satwik-Chirag’s success, and are wondering what goes into becoming a good doubles player, this will answer some queries.

Shlok Ramchandran

· Sep 01, 2022 · 05:48 pm

Shuttle Zone: Catching the drift – dissecting one of the most prominent issues in badminton

The different movements of the shuttle cock based on drift in an arena is a significant factor that players encounter on court.

Shlok Ramchandran

· Aug 17, 2022 · 08:15 am

Shuttle Zone: Badminton could really use a data revolution, starting from broadcast to coaching

A look at how improved use of statistics and analytics could help badminton grow, from a spectator’s point of view as well as the coaching aspects.

Shlok Ramchandran

· Jun 30, 2022 · 07:00 pm

Shuttle Zone: How India must build on Thomas Cup success in order to become a badminton powerhouse

After witnessing so many path-breaking moments in the recent years, the question to ask is: how can Indian badminton take the next big step?

Shlok Ramchandran

· May 31, 2022 · 10:03 pm