Ningbo, China – Indonesia will send a 17-member contingent to compete at the 2026 Asian Badminton Championships (BAC), also known as the Asia Badminton Confederation Championships, set to take place in Ningbo, China, from April 7-12, 2026. The tournament presents a key opportunity for Indonesian players to rebound from recent results in Europe and prepare for the upcoming Thomas and Uber Cup competitions later in the year.
The Indonesian team is looking to regain momentum after a largely unsuccessful European tour that spanned from February to late March. According to reports, the team failed to secure a title in any of the four tournaments contested: the German Open, the All England Open, the Swiss Open, and the Orleans Masters. The best result achieved during this stretch came at the Swiss Open, where Alwi Farhan and Putri Kusuma Wardani both reached the final.
The squad selected for the Asian Championships reflects a strong emphasis on doubles play. Four pairs will compete in men’s doubles, women’s doubles, and mixed doubles, although the singles disciplines will be represented by three men and two women. This strategic allocation of resources suggests Indonesia views its doubles teams as having the strongest potential for success at this tournament.
Leading the men’s singles charge will be Jonatan Christie, alongside Alwi Farhan and Mohammad Zaki Ubaidillah. Christie and Farhan will begin their campaigns directly in the first round, while Ubaidillah will need to navigate the qualifying rounds. In women’s singles, Putri Kusuma Wardani and Thalita Ramadhani Wiryawan will represent Indonesia; Gregoria Mariska Tunjung is currently focusing on recovery and will not participate in this event.
The men’s doubles pairings will consist of Fajar Alfian/Muhammad Shohibul Fikri, Sabar Karyaman Gutama/Mohammad Reza Pahlevi Isfahani, Raymond Indra/Nikolaus Joaquin, and Ali Faathir Rayhan/Devin Artha Wahyudi. The women’s doubles teams are Febriana Dwipuji Kusuma/Meilysa Trias Puspitasari, Amalia Cahaya Pratiwi/Siti Fadia Silva Ramahdhanti, Rachel Allesya Rose/Febi Setianingrum, and Isyana Syahira Meida/Rinjani Kwinnara Nastine. Rounding out the team are the mixed doubles pairs of Jafar Hidayatullah/Felisha Pasaribu, Adnan Maulana/Indah Cahya Sari Jamil, Amri Syahnawi/Nita Violina Marwah, and Bobby Setiabudi/Melati Daeva Oktavianti.
Indonesia’s participation in the Asian Badminton Championships comes on the heels of a historic victory at the 2025 Asian Mixed Team Championships, where they stunned People’s Republic of China to claim their first-ever title, as reported by Olympics.com. This win demonstrated the team’s growing strength and potential on the international stage.
Badminton holds a significant place in Indonesian sporting culture. The nation has a long and celebrated history in the sport, consistently producing world-class players and achieving remarkable success in major international competitions. Indonesia is one of only two countries, alongside China, to have won medals in all five Olympic badminton events. According to Wikipedia, the Badminton Association of Indonesia (Persatuan Bulutangkis Seluruh Indonesia) governs the sport within the country.
The Asian Badminton Championships are a crucial event for players seeking to improve their world rankings and gain valuable experience ahead of major tournaments like the Thomas and Uber Cups. The Thomas Cup (men’s team championship) and Uber Cup (women’s team championship) are considered the most prestigious team events in badminton, and Indonesia has a particularly strong record in the Thomas Cup, having won the title 14 times. As noted by Wikipedia, Indonesia has participated in every Thomas Cup tournament since its inception in 1958.
The upcoming tournament in Ningbo will be a significant test for the Indonesian team as they aim to build on their recent successes and solidify their position as a leading force in world badminton. The competition is expected to be fierce, with top players from across Asia vying for the title. Fans will be watching closely to see if Indonesia can continue its impressive run of form and add another chapter to its rich badminton legacy.
Indonesia’s Squad for the 2026 Asian Badminton Championships:
- Men’s Singles: Jonatan Christie, Alwi Farhan, Mohammad Zaki Ubaidillah (Qualifying)
- Women’s Singles: Putri Kusuma Wardani, Thalita Ramadhani Wiryawan (Qualifying)
- Men’s Doubles: Fajar Alfian/Muhammad Shohibul Fikri, Sabar Karyaman Gutama/Mohammad Reza Pahlevi Isfahani, Raymond Indra/Nikolaus Joaquin, Ali Faathir Rayhan/Devin Artha Wahyudi
- Women’s Doubles: Febriana Dwipuji Kusuma/Meilysa Trias Puspitasari, Amalia Cahaya Pratiwi/Siti Fadia Silva Ramahdhanti, Rachel Allesya Rose/Febi Setianingrum, Isyana Syahira Meida/Rinjani Kwinnara Nastine
- Mixed Doubles: Jafar Hidayatullah/Felisha Pasaribu, Adnan Maulana/Indah Cahya Sari Jamil, Amri Syahnawi/Nita Violina Marwah, Bobby Setiabudi/Melati Daeva Oktavianti
The team’s performance in Ningbo will undoubtedly provide valuable insights into their preparations for the Thomas and Uber Cups, which are scheduled to take place later in 2026. The focus will be on refining strategies, building team cohesion, and ensuring that all players are in peak condition for the challenges ahead.
Following the Asian Badminton Championships, the Indonesian team will likely return home to continue their training and preparation for the Thomas and Uber Cups. The exact schedule for their training camp has not yet been announced, but This proves expected to involve intensive sessions focused on both physical conditioning and tactical development.
Stay tuned to Archysport for further updates on the Indonesian team’s progress and coverage of the 2026 Thomas and Uber Cups. We will continue to provide in-depth analysis, exclusive interviews, and comprehensive reporting on all the latest developments in the world of badminton.
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