Rankireddy and Shetty progress to the last 16 after receiving a walkover, while Crasto and Kapila also move forward.

In a notable turn of events at the BWF World Championships, Indian men's doubles team Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty secured their spot in the pre-quarterfinals on Wednesday without stepping onto the court. The fifth-seeded duo, who have previously clinched two bronze medals at this prestigious event, were granted a first-round bye and were set to compete against Scotland's Alexander Dunn and Adam Pringle in the second round. However, the Scottish pair's last-minute withdrawal allowed Rankireddy and Shetty to advance directly to the round of 16.

Meanwhile, the mixed doubles team of Tanisha Crasto and Dhruv Kapila also progressed to the pre-quarterfinals after a convincing victory over Macau's Leong Iok Chong and Ng Weng Chi. The Indian pair dominated the match, winning in straight sets with scores of 21-11, 21-11, showcasing their strong performance and teamwork.

The performances of Rankireddy, Shetty, Crasto, and Kapila highlight the growing strength of Indian badminton on the world stage. As they aim for further success in the tournament, the anticipation builds for their upcoming matches, where they will seek to continue their impressive runs in the championship.