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India have made it to the Davis Cup Qualifiers. Sumit Nagal's win over Henry Bernet sealed the victory against Switzerland. This is India's first away win against a European team since 1993. Nagal's return to the Davis Cup proved crucial. Earlier, N Sriram Balaji and Rithvik Bollipalli lost the doubles match. The Davis Cup Qualifiers are scheduled for January 2026.

India seized a commanding 2-0 lead against Switzerland in the World Group I tie, fueled by Dhakshineswar Suresh's unexpected victory over Jerome Kym and Sumit Nagal's triumphant return, defeating Marc-Andrea Huesler. Suresh's strong serve and composure under pressure proved decisive, while Nagal's professional performance solidified India's advantage. Now, India stands on the brink of advancing to the Qualifiers.

In a stunning Davis Cup performance, Dhakshineshwar Suresh, a reserve player, upset higher-ranked Jerome Kym, while Sumit Nagal marked a triumphant return, propelling India to a 2-0 lead against Switzerland. Dhakshineshwar's aggressive net play and Nagal's powerful forehands proved decisive. India now stands on the verge of a historic away victory, needing just one more win to secure the tie.

In a surprising move, captain Rohit Rajpal has nominated Dhakshineswar Suresh for his Davis Cup debut against Switzerland, foregoing higher-ranked players. Suresh will play Jerome Kym, while Nagal faces Marc-Andrea Huesler. Bhambri's injury sidelines him, replaced by Bollipalli partnering Balaji in doubles. Nagal will also face Kym in reverse singles, followed by Suresh against Huesler.