New Delhi, March 13 -- But since then, the equation has changed. And dramatically. While Axelsen's career has moved up and above everyone else, Srikanth's has been on a downward spiral. Axelsen is not just a two-time world champion and but also the reigning Olympic champion, world No.1 and clearly dominating men's badminton for the last few years. Srikanth, on the other hand, last won a tournament seven years back. Seven is another unlucky number for the Indian shuttler as he lost all previous seven meetings to Axelsen, that too in straight games. On Tuesday, the number turned into eight as the Danish champion completely annihilated Srikanth, winning 21-9, 21-9 to earn his 11th victory in 14 meetings. Confidence is a fragile thing in sport....