The competition schedule for the 2025 Indonesia Masters has been released, with all times listed in Western Indonesia Time (UTC+7). Here are the details for each day of the event:
On Day 1, Tuesday, January 21, the tournament kicks off with qualifying matches and the round of 32 for Men’s and Women’s Doubles. Matches across all five events—Men’s Singles, Women’s Singles, Men’s Doubles, Women’s Doubles, and Mixed Doubles—will be played on three courts. The venue doors open at 7:30 AM, and the matches begin at 8:00 AM. The matches will not be televised but can be streamed live on BWF TV’s YouTube channel, with geo-restrictions applied.
Day 2, Wednesday, January 22, continues with the round of 32 for Men’s Singles, Women’s Singles, and Mixed Doubles. Similar to the previous day, matches are played on three courts, with doors opening at 7:30 AM and the start time set for 8:00 AM. The matches will not air on television but are available for streaming on BWF TV.
On Day 3, Thursday, January 23, the tournament progresses to the round of 16 for all five events. Matches are scheduled on three courts, with doors opening at 8:30 AM and matches starting at 9:00 AM. While only Court 1 will be broadcast on television, all courts will be available on BWF TV’s YouTube channel.
Day 4, Friday, January 24, features the quarter-finals across all events. Matches will take place on three courts, with the venue opening at 1:00 PM and matches beginning at 1:30 PM. Court 1 matches will be broadcast on television, and all courts will be streamed live on BWF TV.
On Day 5, Saturday, January 25, the semi-finals are set to be held for all five events. The number of courts will be reduced to two, with doors opening at 11:30 AM and matches starting at 12:00 PM. Court 1 will be televised, while all courts will be accessible via BWF TV on YouTube.
Finally, Day 6, Sunday, January 26, concludes the tournament with the finals for Men’s Singles, Women’s Singles, Men’s Doubles, Women’s Doubles, and Mixed Doubles. Only one court will be used for the Finals. Doors open at 12:30 PM, and the matches are set to begin at 1:00 PM. The Finals will be broadcast on television and streamed live on BWF TV.
About the Indonesia Masters
The Indonesia Masters is a renowned international badminton tournament currently part of the BWF World Tour Super 500 series. Initially established as the Indonesia Open Grand Prix Gold in 2010, the tournament has grown significantly in prestige and prize money, starting with $120,000 and reaching $475,000 by 2025. It has been hosted in various cities, including Samarinda, Palembang, Yogyakarta, and Malang, before settling at the Istora Gelora Bung Karno in Jakarta since 2018. The event’s title was changed to the Indonesia Masters in 2014, and it was elevated to a Super 750 event briefly in 2021 before returning to Super 500.
This competition includes men’s and women’s singles, doubles, and mixed doubles categories, with draws of 32 players or teams per event. Some of the most notable champions include Anders Antonsen and Anthony Sinisuka Ginting, who each hold two titles in men’s singles, and An Se-young and Ratchanok Intanon, with two titles each in women’s singles. Indonesia has been dominant in the doubles categories, with Marcus Fernaldi Gideon and Kevin Sanjaya Sukamuljo leading with four titles in men’s doubles.
Over the years, the Indonesia Masters has attracted top global talent and has become a critical event in the badminton calendar. The mixed doubles category is particularly noteworthy, with Zheng Siwei and Huang Yaqiong dominating with five titles each. The tournament’s consistent high-level competition has cemented its reputation as one of the most exciting stops on the badminton circuit.
The tournament’s sponsorships and branding have also evolved, with Yonex, Daihatsu, and Bankaltim serving as key partners. These collaborations have contributed to the event’s professionalism and international appeal. Additionally, the Indonesia Masters has adapted to various circumstances, including the pandemic, by hosting the 2021 edition at the Bali International Convention Center.
In conclusion, the Indonesia Masters symbolizes the rise of badminton in Indonesia and globally. The tournament showcases top-tier talent while celebrating the sport’s cultural significance in the country. Its legacy continues to grow, with the 2025 edition promising to uphold its high standards.