Chinese series offer magnificent content with interesting themes & characters, not only in the mainstream genres like romance but also sports. Yes! From featuring major e-sport plotlines to physical sports that are educational but underrated in today’s society. You can watch one such show and learn a lot about the sport, competitions and everything. Let’s discuss the top 5 Chinese sports dramas and see the diversity they offer to fans.
1. Go Go Squid (2019)
The drama is about esports and nationwide competitions. Han Shang Yan, a veteran yet retired gamer, starts his club K&K and trains the next champions. Tong Nian, a young, free, and intelligent college student, falls in love at first sight with them and is hellbent on making him fall in love. Followed by a series of misunderstandings and coincidences, they eventually soften towards each other despite the age gap or societal differences. This Cdrama is a must-watch; the whole cast is excellent eye candy. Streaming Partner: AppleTV, WeTV, Viki
IMDb: 7.2/10 MDL : 8.4/10 My Rating: 4.8/5
2. Skate Into Love (2020)
This drama falls under a very unique theme, i.e., Ice sports. Li Yu Bing knows Tang Xue from very childhood, but their differing personalities stand tall, taking them years to reunite in the Ice Skating field. As they spend time together, all misunderstandings and rivalries turn into pure love on the skating rink. Many fans appreciate that the story is engaging & educational, and also the main leads have perfect chemistry. So, do give it a try! Streaming Partner: AppleTV, Viki, YoYo TV
IMDb: 7.7/10 MDL: 8.4/10 My Rating: 4.5/5
3. My Mr. Mermaid (2017)
Adapted from a popular novel, My Mr. Mermaid, starring superstar Tang Song Yun in the swimming theme, is a great show. Tang Yi Bai, a swimming champion wrongly accused of drug testing, reappears in the competition after four years to face his peer Heng Ou Yang. Being involved in a personal vengeance, which has cost them years of lost glory. Will they solve the conflict and win, while love sparks with a rookie sports reporter? Do watch, it’s a feel-good series with a major backdrop on swimming sport. Streaming Partner: WeTV, Viki, KUKAN
IMDb: 7.4/10 MDL: 8/10 My Rating: 4.5/5
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4. Sweet Combat (2018)
If there’s any good drama dedicated to boxing, it’s “Sweet Combat”. The Queen, Fang Yu, coming from a very wealthy and influential background, goes against her family’s goals and pursues boxing. Ming Tian is a hardworking orphaned teen with two siblings to live under his care. He joins the first all-girls school as part of a sports scholarship, and sparks of love fall between boxing gloves & the match ring. It’s an okayish sports romance! Streaming Partner: Viki, Tubi
IMDb: 6.4/10 MDL: 7.7/10 My Rating: 4/5
5. The Whirlwind Girl (2015)
Starring China’s heartthrob, “Yang Yang,” the series “The Whirlwind Girl” is a strong take on Taekwondo martial arts and competitions. It follows the journey of the tornado girl, Qi Bai Cao joins Ruo Bai in his academy to become a world champion against the odds. In the way she discovers true friendship, love, and even betrayal. The next season has a major cast change with popular Korean actor “Ji Chang Wook” as the main lead. Streaming Partner: Viki, China Zone
IMDb: 7.2/10 MDL: 7.8/10 My Rating: 3.8/5
Conclusion:
All the mentioned series cover a vast range of physical sports, competitions, and all are educational. If you are looking for your next hobby, then why not pick and start a drama from this list or join a club? You will be informed and entertained in terms. Period!
Written by – Meghana Pinninti