The 2025 Indonesia Masters has reached its thrilling conclusion, with the finals set to take place on Sunday, January 26. Fans eagerly anticipate the showdown between world-class badminton players across five categories. Here’s a detailed preview of the upcoming matches:
Mixed Doubles: Guo X W / Chen FJ (CHN) vs. H Midorikawa / N Saito (JPN)
The day kicks off at 1:00 PM with the Mixed Doubles final. Both pairs will meet for the first time, as their head-to-head (H2H) record stands at 0-0. The Chinese duo, Guo X W and Chen FJ, known for their powerful smashes, will face the Japanese pair Midorikawa and Saito, who are celebrated for their agility and precision. This clash promises an intense battle of contrasting playing styles.
Women’s Singles: Ratchanok Intanon (THA) vs. Sim Y J (KOR)
Following the XD final, Ratchanok Intanon and Sim Y J will take to the court at 1:50 PM (est.). Intanon, a former World Champion, holds a slight edge in their H2H record, leading 1-0. Sim will aim to even the score by leveraging her recent strong form, while Intanon’s experience could prove decisive in this high-stakes encounter.
Women’s Doubles: Kim H J / Kong H Y (KOR) vs. Pearly Tan / Thinaah M (MAS)
The Women’s Doubles final, estimated to begin at 2:40 PM (est.), features a repeat clash between the Korean pair Kim H J and Kong H Y against Malaysia’s Pearly Tan and Thinaah M. Kim and Kong have the upper hand with a 1-0 H2H record, but Tan and Thinaah are known for their resilience and tactical gameplay. This match is likely to be a test of endurance and teamwork.
Men’s Singles: Kunlavut Vitidsarn (THA) vs. Jonatan Christie (INA)
In the Men’s Singles final, starting at 3:30 PM (est.), Kunlavut Vitidsarn will face local favorite Jonatan Christie. Their H2H record heavily favors Christie, who leads 7-3. However, Vitidsarn has been in exceptional form this season and will look to upset the Indonesian star in front of his home crowd.
Men’s Doubles: Fajar Alfian / Muhammad Rian Ardianto (INA) vs. Man Wei Chong / Tee Kai Wun (MAS)
The final match of the day, scheduled for 4:20 PM (est.), sees Fajar Alfian and Muhammad Rian Ardianto take on Malaysia’s Man Wei Chong and Tee Kai Wun. With a dominant 4-0 H2H record, the Indonesian duo are clear favorites. Backed by the roaring support of their home fans, they will aim to clinch the title and end the tournament on a high note.
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