Hold onto your seats, because the world of squash just got a whole lot more exciting! Rathika Suthanthira Seelan, India’s rising squash star, has claimed the Bondi Open 2025 title in Sydney, Australia, leaving fans and critics alike buzzing with anticipation for what’s next. But here’s where it gets even more thrilling: the 24-year-old top seed didn’t just win—she dominated, sweeping aside New Zealand’s Maiden-Lee Coe in a stunning 3-0 (11-7, 11-6, 11-7) victory in the final. This marks her second PSA career title, following her triumph at the HCL Squash Tour Indore last year, and it’s a clear sign that Seelan is a force to be reckoned with on the global stage.
What’s truly remarkable is her flawless performance throughout the tournament. Not a single set was dropped as she marched toward the title, showcasing a level of consistency that’s rare even among top players. In the earlier rounds, she dispatched fellow Indian player Aaradhana Kasturiraj 3-0 (11-8, 11-3, 11-5) and Thailand’s Anantana Prasertratanakul by the same scoreline (11-7, 11-3, 11-3). The semi-finals saw her outplay local favorite Sze Yu Lee 3-0 (11-6, 11-7, 11-8), cementing her spot in the final.
And this is the part most people miss: Seelan’s Bondi Open victory caps off a stellar two-week Australian campaign. Just last week, she finished as runner-up at the NSW Open, narrowly losing to Canada’s Iman Shaheen in a nail-biting final. Earlier this month, she also made waves at the North Coast Open, reaching the semi-finals before falling to Egypt’s Lojayn Gohary. Is Seelan poised to break into the top 100 rankings soon? It’s a question that’s sparking heated debates among squash enthusiasts.
Currently ranked 160th, this win is expected to propel her closer to—or even beyond—her career-best ranking of 157th, achieved in October 2023. But let’s not forget the bigger picture: at just 17 years old, Anahat Singh holds the title of India’s highest-ranked woman in the PSA singles rankings at No. 38. With talents like Seelan and Singh leading the charge, is India on the brink of a squash revolution?
Here’s a thought to ponder: As Seelan continues to climb the ranks, will she inspire a new generation of Indian squash players? And could we see an Indian player topping the global rankings in the near future? Let us know your thoughts in the comments—this conversation is just getting started!
