Indonesia junior badminton team qualifies for WJC 2026 playoffs

The Indonesian junior badminton team has secured a spot in the playoffs of the 2026 BWF World Junior Team Championships after winning both of their Group C2 matches in Cairo, Egypt.

Indonesia opened their campaign with a dominant 2-0 victory over Azerbaijan, winning the relay sets 55-25 and 55-11. Team Manager Eskar Denatara noted that players initially had to adapt to the wind and lighting conditions at the Cairo International Stadium.

Following the opening win, Indonesia defeated Sri Lanka 2-0 to guarantee their progression. The matches against Sri Lanka concluded with set scores of 55-38 and 55-35, maintaining Indonesia's momentum in the tournament.