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China Masters 2026 is scheduled for September 1 to 6 in Shenzhen as a BWF World Tour Super 750 event with a USD 1.25 million prize pool.
Indian reports say P.V. Sindhu, Ayush Shetty, Malvika Bansod and Aakarshi Kashyap have withdrawn before the opening day.
Lakshya Sen and Kidambi Srikanth are still described as leading India’s men’s singles challenge, and other Indian names are listed among the entrants.
One report says Indian viewers can stream matches on the official BWF TV YouTube channel and that there is no confirmed traditional TV broadcast in India.
Why it mattersBroadcast access and Indian withdrawals affect how fans follow the event and gauge the field strength.
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Another report says live streaming in India will be on JioHotstar and television coverage on the Star Sports network.
The event is also described as taking place at Shenzhen Arena, and one report says the reduced Indian presence follows players’ participation at the World Championships in New Delhi.