Unusual Player Lineup as Indonesia Faces Thailand in Sudirman Cup

Indonesia Implements Unusual Strategy Against Thailand in Sudirman Cup

The Indonesian badminton team has deployed an unusual strategy in player selection for their Sudirman Cup 2025 quarterfinal match against Thailand at Fenghuang Gymnasium, Xiamen.

Thailand Holds Advantages in Key Categories

Despite being ranked lower than Indonesia in team strength, Thailand has key advantages in the men’s singles, women’s singles, and mixed doubles categories.

Trust in Rinov and Gloria for Mixed Doubles

In the opening match, the coaching team has placed their trust in the pair of Rinov Rivaldy and Gloria Emanuelle Widjaja to face the Malaysia Open champions Dechapol Puavaranukroh and Supissara Paewsampran.

Jonatan Christie Faces Kunlavut Vitidsarn in Men’s Singles

In men’s singles, Jonatan Christie will meet fellow Asian champion Kunlavut Vitidsarn, a match predicted to be intensely competitive.

Putri Kusuma Wardani Faces Pornpawee Chochuwong in Women’s Singles

Meanwhile, in women’s singles, Putri Kusuma Wardani faces the challenging task of competing against Pornpawee Chochuwong, a player who has consistently been a strong obstacle for her.