Li-Ning Windstorm 72 Speed Badminton Racket

Li-Ning Windstorm 72 Speed is an ultra-light, head-heavy frame combining fast handling with real smash potential, strung at 22-24 lbs.

₹ 15,990.00 ₹ 9,192.00 GOS Price
All RoundIntermediate

Estimated Delivery Time: 3 - 6 Days (Delivery subject to pincode)

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★3.7

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A variant of the Windstorm 72 marketed around a dedicated speed identity, built on the same ultra-light, head-heavy platform as the standard 72 - the fast handling of an ultra-light racket paired with real smash potential. A practical choice for intermediate club players who want fast handling from an ultra-light frame without giving up all overhead power.

Overall ★3.7
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Attack (3.5/5)
Defence (4/5)
Net Area (4/5)
Control (3.5/5)

Product Details

BrandLi-Ning
ModelWindstorm 72 Speed
SeriesWindstorm
Weight / Grip5U / G5
BalanceHead Heavy (~315mm)
FlexMedium
Shaft Diameter6.8mm
Frame MaterialCarbon Fibre
Shaft MaterialCarbon Fibre
Max Tension22-24 lbs
Player LevelIntermediate
MRPRs. 2,590 (inclusive of all taxes)

God of Sports Expert Verdict on Li-Ning Windstorm 72 Speed Badminton Racket:

  • A variant of the Windstorm 72 marketed around a dedicated speed identity, built on the same ultra-light, head-heavy platform as the standard 72 - the fast handling of an ultra-light racket paired with real smash potential.
  • A practical choice for intermediate club players who want fast handling from an ultra-light frame without giving up all overhead power.

Technology Breakdown:

  • Carbon Fibre Frame — a durable, consistent feel: A carbon fibre frame and shaft construction.
  • Ultra-Light, Head-Heavy Build — fast handling with real smash potential: An ultra-light overall weight paired with a head-heavy balance point gives fast swing speed alongside genuine overhead power.

Performance Ratings:

Category Score (/10) Notes
Attack 7 The head-heavy balance gives real smash potential despite the ultra-light overall weight.
Defence 8 The ultra-light weight keeps defensive reactions fast even with a head-heavy balance.
Net Area 8 Fast net play thanks to the ultra-light overall weight.
Control 7 A dependable, accessible feel for a lightweight attacking frame.

On Court Performance Analysis:

  • Tosses & Clears

    • Tosses and clears are solid rather than explosive - the head-heavy balance helps carry the shuttle deep, though it asks a touch more technique than a dedicated attacking frame to do it consistently.
  • Smashes

    • Smashing is solid and dependable rather than explosive - enough pace to finish a rally against club-level opposition, without the outright weight of a dedicated attacking frame.
  • Flat Exchanges

    • Flat exchanges feel brisk thanks to the lighter overall weight, though a more flexible shaft means you'll feel slightly less punch than a stiffer frame gives on the fastest drives.
  • Defence

    • Defence is workable rather than a strength - the head-heavy balance means blocks and lifts take a little more conscious effort to control than on a more neutral frame, but it's manageable with clean technique.
  • Net Dribbles

    • Net dribbles are solid and controllable, with reasonable feel for tight exchanges close to the tape, without being the racket's standout strength.
  • Handling Speed

    • Handling speed is the trade-off for the attacking weight up top - this isn't a frame built for lightning-fast reaction exchanges, and it shows most when you're rushed at the net or mid-court.

Racket Finder — Is This Right for You?

  • Club players who want fast handling without giving up all overhead power: the ultra-light weight and head-heavy balance work together.
  • Intermediate players who want this platform's speed-oriented marketing identity: the same ultra-light, head-heavy construction as the rest of the Windstorm 72 family.
  • Not for you if you want maximum rear-court power: a heavier head-heavy frame like the Tectonic 1 will generate more raw smash power.

Playing Style Guide:

  • Rearcourt / Attacking Player

    • A genuine strength relative to the frame's ultra-light weight - the head-heavy balance gives real smash potential.
  • Frontcourt / Net Player

    • The ultra-light overall weight keeps defensive reactions fast despite the head-heavy balance.
  • All-Round / Singles Player

    • A reliable strength - fast net play thanks to the low overall weight.
  • Doubles Player

    • A reasonable doubles option thanks to the ultra-light build's fast handling.

Same-Brand Comparison — Other Li-Ning Rackets:

Model Weight Balance Flex Max Tension Best For
Li-Ning Windstorm 72 Speed Badminton Racket 5U Head Heavy Medium 22-24 lbs (this racket)
Li-Ning Windstorm 72 5U Head Heavy Medium 22-24 lbs The standard version of the same platform
Li-Ning Windstorm 72 S 5U Head Heavy Medium 22-24 lbs A refined-feel variant of the same platform
Li-Ning Windstorm 74 5U Head Heavy Medium 22-24 lbs A slightly heavier alternative with a touch more stability

Cross-Brand Comparison:

Model Brand Weight Balance Flex Best For
Yonex Nanoflare 170 Light Yonex 5U Even Flexible A widely-available lightweight alternative with a more even balance
Victor Auraspeed 10 Victor 4U Head Light Medium A genuinely head-light speed alternative

Other Li-Ning Rackets also at God of Sports:

Is the Li-Ning Windstorm 72 Speed head-heavy or head-light?

Head-heavy, like the rest of the Windstorm 72 family, despite the model's speed-oriented marketing name.

What string tension does the Windstorm 72 Speed take?

It's rated for 22-24 lbs, suiting intermediate club players.

Who should buy the Li-Ning Windstorm 72 Speed?

A club player who wants fast handling from an ultra-light frame without giving up all overhead smash potential.

Does the Windstorm 72 Speed suit singles or doubles better?

It works for both - the ultra-light weight keeps handling fast in either format.

How does the Windstorm 72 Speed compare to the standard Windstorm 72?

Both share the same ultra-light, head-heavy platform; the Speed variant carries a dedicated-speed marketing angle.

How does the Windstorm 72 Speed compare to the Windstorm 72 S?

Both share the same ultra-light, head-heavy platform; the S is positioned around a refined feel, while Speed carries the dedicated-speed marketing angle.

Is the Windstorm 72 Speed good for beginners?

It suits intermediate players better - getting the most from the head-heavy balance benefits from some existing technique.