When Experience Took Over: Bala M & Ganapathi Nanjappa Guide Dell to the 35+ Men’s Doubles Final
Badiwars 4.0 | Tournament 7 – Monsoon Corporate Open
📍 Coco Sports, Bengaluru | 🗓 September 27
In a category where margins are thin and every rally demands patience, experience made the difference for Dell Technologies at the Monsoon Corporate Open.
Veterans Bala M and Ganapathi Nanjappa stepped up when it mattered most, navigating a competitive 35+ Men’s Doubles draw to guide Dell into the final — while Sylvester Prabhu and Thangadurai added further strength with a semifinal podium finish.
It was a campaign shaped less by power and more by decision-making — the kind that only comes with time on court.
🧠 Bala & Ganapathi — When Calm Beats Chaos
From the moment the knockout rounds began, Bala and Ganapathi brought a measured presence to the court — choosing control over risk and rhythm over rush.
Quarterfinals
Bala M & Ganapathi Nanjappa def Karteek Alluvada & Ashwartha Narayana (Visa)
21–18, 21–19
A tight contest that tested nerve more than technique. The Dell duo held firm during the closing points of both games, refusing to be drawn into extended exchanges.
Semifinals
Bala M & Ganapathi Nanjappa def Abhilash Balasubramanian (Deloitte) & Sandeep Mohandas (Voya India)
21–19, 21–15
Against one of the most seasoned combinations in the category, Bala and Ganapathi controlled the tempo early and never let momentum slip — a performance built on placement, patience, and partnership.
Finals
Ritwik Venkatesh (Oracle) & Sudhip Mohan (Accenture) def Bala M & Ganapathi Nanjappa
16–21, 21–12, 21–9
The Dell pair struck first by taking the opening game before the eventual champions responded. While the final result went the other way, Bala and Ganapathi’s journey to the title match underlined the value of experience in a demanding category.
🥉 Sylvester & Thangadurai Add Depth to Dell’s Run
Dell’s presence in the latter stages didn’t stop there.
Sylvester Prabhu and Thangadurai also advanced deep into the draw, contributing to the team’s overall impact.
A slice of luck came their way in the quarterfinals, as Sylvester Prabhu and Thangadurai advanced to the semifinals following a walkover.
Their campaign concluded in the semifinals against the eventual champions, earning them a podium finish and reinforcing Dell’s depth in the 35+ bracket.
Other Dell Pairs in Action
Waseem Zerof K M & Sukesh Nayak exited in the Round of 16 against Pravin Sinha & Sudhangshu Deep Tamuly (Visa).
Vishal Bhansali & Sandeep Muley were eliminated in the opening round by Abhilash Balasubramanian & Sandeep Mohandas.
Across the draw, Dell fielded multiple combinations — a reflection of the team’s strong senior participation this season.
🔵 Dell at 35+ Men’s Doubles — Monsoon Corporate Open
- ⭐ Final appearance by Bala M & Ganapathi Nanjappa
- 🥉 Semifinal podium by Sylvester Prabhu & Thangadurai
- 👥 Four Dell pairs in action
- 🧱 Experience and depth on display
As the Monsoon Corporate Open concluded, Dell Technologies walked away with more than just results.
It was a reminder that in the senior categories, experience still speaks loudest — and when pressure rises, veterans often find a way to carry the team forward.
With the season approaching its decisive stretch, Dell’s foundation looks firmly in place.
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