Four Indian badminton players will debut at the BWF World Championships hosted in India. Ayush Shetty faces a tough opening round against the world number one player. Unnati Hooda, a young prospect, competes in the women's singles event. Simran Singhi and Kavipriya Selvam represent India in women's doubles.

Lakshya Sen faces Collins Filimon and PV Sindhu takes on Sophia Nobel in the first round of the New Delhi BWF World Championships starting Aug 17

India is hosting the World Championships for the first time in 17 years, with the event to be held at the IGI Stadium from August 17 to 23.