Commonwealth Games 2014: Paddler Achanta Sharath Kamal loses in semis, to contest for bronze

Achanta Sharat Kamal was outclassed by Jian Zhan in the semifinals

Glasgow, Aug 2 (IANS) Indian paddler Sharath Kamal lost in straight games to Singapore's Jian Zhan in the men's singles semifinal of the 2014 Commonwealth Games.

Sharath Kamal, a former Commonwealth champion, lost 6-11, 6-11, 6-11, 8-11 in 27 minutes. The Indian paddler will now contest the bronze medal match against England's Liam Pitchford later in the day.