Shaik Shafi (IQVIA) Finishes Runner-Up in Men’s Singles at Season-Ending Rajyotsava Cup

Badiwars 4.0 | Tournament 8 – Men’s Singles

📍 Kreeda, Sarjapur | 🗓 November 1, 2025

Shaik Shafi of IQVIA delivered a strong and consistent campaign at the Rajyotsava Cup, finishing runner-up in Men’s Singles at the season-ending tournament of the Badiwars 4.0 Corporate Badminton Championship.

Shafi progressed through a competitive draw to reach the final, showcasing his attacking style and match control before finishing second to Harsha Kumar of London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) in the championship match.

Road to the Final

Shaik Shafi’s run to the final featured a series of commanding performances against experienced opponents from across the corporate circuit.

Round of 16

Shaik Shafi (IQVIA) def. Sharad Pradhan (AB InBev) — 21-5, 21-8

Quarterfinals

Shaik Shafi (IQVIA) def. Tony Alex (Trident Automation) — 21-9, 21-9

Semifinals

Shaik Shafi (IQVIA) def. Vivek Kumar (Brigade Group) — 25-24, 21-11

The semifinal against Vivek Kumar proved to be the sternest test of the tournament, with Shafi edging a tight opening game before closing out the match in straight sets to book his place in the final.

Final Encounter

In the final, Shafi faced Harsha Kumar (LSEG), who produced a composed performance to claim the Men’s Singles title. Despite the result, Shafi’s runner-up finish capped a solid showing at the season finale.

Final Score:

Harsha Kumar (LSEG) def. Shaik Shafi (IQVIA) — 21-11, 21-11

Season Finale Takeaway

Shaik Shafi’s runner-up finish at the Rajyotsava Cup added another podium result to his Badiwars 4.0 season and underlined his status as one of the circuit’s most consistent Men’s Singles performers.

The Rajyotsava Cup brought the Badiwars 4.0 ranking season to a close, featuring strong representation from multiple corporate teams and setting the stage for the upcoming Season Finals.