KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia Tigers advanced into the semi-finals of the Axiata Cup after beating Thailand 3-0 in their group match at the Cheras Badminton Stadium here yesterday.
First singles Muhammad Hafiz Hashim opened the semi-finals path for Malaysia by beating Boonsak Ponsana 21-19, 21-16.
Men’s doubles pair Koo Kien Keat/Tan Boon Heong, however, faced a spirited performance by Maneepong Jongjit/Patiphat Chalardchalaem before eventually getting the better of them with 25-27, 21-9, 21-16. Second singles Liew Daren made it 3-0 after beating Suppanyu Avihingsanon 21-14, 21-18. — Bernama