Australian Badminton Open 2025 Finals Schedule
SYDNEY, Australia – The SATHIO GROUP Australian Open 2025, a crucial Super 500 event on the BWF World Tour, is set for a blockbuster conclusion this Sunday, November 23rd. Five exhilarating finals will grace Court 1 at the Quaycentre in Sydney Olympic Park, with action commencing at 1:00 PM AEDT (Australian Eastern Daylight Time, UTC+11). For fans watching from Southeast Asia, this translates to 9:00 AM Western Indonesia Time and 10:00 AM Malaysia Time.
The finals promise a day of high-octane badminton, featuring a mix of established stars and formidable challengers vying for the prestigious Australian Open titles.
Match 1: Women’s Doubles – All-Indonesian Affair to Kick Off Finals Day
The very first match of the day will be an all-Indonesian battle in the Women’s Doubles category. Febriana D. Kusuma and Amalia Cahaya Pratiwi will face off against their compatriots Rachel A. Rose and Febi Setianingrum. This highly anticipated matchup guarantees a title for Indonesia and showcases the depth of their talent in women’s doubles. Both pairs have demonstrated exceptional teamwork and skill throughout the tournament, setting the stage for a captivating opening encounter.
Match 2: Men’s Doubles – Experienced vs. Rising Stars
Following the Women’s Doubles, the Men’s Doubles final will again feature an electrifying all-Indonesian clash, ensuring the title returns to Jakarta. The experienced and formidable duo of Fajar Alfian and M. Shohibul Fikri will take on the youthful, determined pair of Raymond Indra and Nikolaus Joaquin.
This final pits the established prowess of Alfian/Fikri, who are known for their powerful attacking play and superb court coverage, against the hunger and pace of the rising stars, Indra/Joaquin. The contest is expected to be a thrilling display of Indonesia’s depth in this category, filled with signature explosive rallies and net exchanges. Both teams have overcome tough opponents to reach the final, and national pride will be on the line as they battle for the Super 500 title.
Match 3: Men’s Singles – Tanaka Takes on Sen in a Battle of Young Guns
The Men’s Singles final will pit Japan’s Yushi Tanaka against India’s seventh seed, Lakshya Sen. Tanaka, who upset Lin Chun-yi in the semifinals to indirectly secure Kodai Naraoka’s spot in the BWF World Tour Finals, will be riding a wave of momentum. Sen, a Commonwealth Games gold medalist and a consistent performer on the World Tour, will be looking to add another Super 500 title to his impressive resume. This promises to be a fast-paced and skillful encounter between two of badminton’s most exciting young talents.
Match 4: Mixed Doubles – Indonesian Power vs. Malaysian Precision
The Mixed Doubles final will see Indonesia’s second seeds Jafar Hidayatullah and Felisha A. N. Pasaribu take on Malaysia’s reigning world champions Chen Tang Jie and Toh Ee Wei. Hidayatullah and Pasaribu have been in stellar form, showcasing excellent communication and powerful play. However, Chen and Toh are known for their precision, tactical acumen, and ability to handle pressure. This match is expected to be a tactical masterclass, with both pairs vying for every point in a bid to lift the trophy.
Match 5: Women’s Singles – Putri Wardani Challenges Korean Ace An Se-young
The final match of the day, and arguably the most anticipated, will feature Indonesia’s second seed Putri K. Wardani against Korea’s undisputed world number one, An Se-young. Wardani has shown incredible resilience and skill to reach the final. However, she faces the monumental task of overcoming An Se-young, who has been virtually unstoppable this season, dominating the women’s singles circuit with her unparalleled speed, agility, and tactical brilliance. This promises to be a captivating conclusion to the Australian Open, with fans eager to see if anyone can halt the Korean juggernaut.
