2026 Junior Superliga Participated by Eight Countries
November 4, 2026 ·
The 2026 Junior Superliga was held in Kudus, Central Java, with 707 young badminton players from eight countries participating, competing in various age categories.
2026 Junior Superliga Participated by Eight Countries
According to Sport.
Background
The 2026 Junior Superliga involves teams from Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, the Philippines, China and Taiwan, showing collaboration and competition at the junior level. This tournament is an opportunity for young players to compete on the international stage, which can have a positive impact on their future career development. With a program like this, Indonesia has the potential to give birth to new stars in the world of badminton ahead of El Mundial 2026.
Why this is important
The 2026 Junior Superliga is an important platform for young badminton players from eight countries to showcase their talents at the international level. With a total prize pool of IDR 1.4 billion, this tournament not only provides an opportunity to achieve achievements, but also helps fill the gap in team competitions at junior level. The similar format to the Thomas and Uber Cups adds to the appeal and relevance of this tournament in the global badminton calendar.
Main Points
- Eight Countries Participate in 2026 Junior Superliga.
- The 2026 Junior Superliga was held in Kudus, Central Java, with 707 young badminton players from eight countries participating, competing in various age categories.
- Eight Countries Participate in 2026 Junior Superliga.
Jakarta - The MilkLife Superliga Junior 2026 event was in the spotlight with the presence of 707 young badminton players from eight countries. This prestigious tournament takes place at GOR Djarum, Jati, Kudus, Central Java, from 2 to 8 November 2026. The countries participating in this competition are Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, the Philippines, China, Taiwan, Poland and the United States.
Djarum Foundation Sports Service Program Director, Yoppy Rosimin, explained that holding this team tournament is expected to fill the void in team competition events at the international level for the junior category. The 2026 Junior Superliga will have a men's and women's team competition format, similar to the Thomas and Uber Cups. This year, there are four age categories being competed, namely U-13, U-15, U-17 and U-19, for both boys and girls, with a total prize of IDR 1.4 billion.
This tournament also applies a new point calculation system from BWF, namely the 3x15 rally point system. Superliga Director, Achmad Budiharto, added that although this system will only be officially implemented in January 2027, they have decided to test it so that young players can adapt more quickly.
The 2026 Junior Superliga participants are not only fighting to win the championship title, but also to get a prestigious trophy. In the U-13 category, the Tontowi Ahmad Cup will be contested by the men's team, while the Liliyana Natsir Cup is intended for women. For the U-15 men's category, 12 participating clubs, including PB Djarum, Jaya Raya, Mutiara Cardinal, and others, will compete for the Sigit Budiarto Cup. Meanwhile, in the women's U-15 category, clubs such as PB Djarum, Taqi Arena and Mutiara Cardinal will try to win the Maria Kristin Yulianti Cup.
In the men's U-17 sector, the Haryanto Arbi Cup will be contested by participants consisting of PB Djarum, Pelatprov Jatim, Jaya Raya, and others. In the women's U-17 category, the Yuni Kartika Cup is the target for PB Djarum A, PB Djarum B and other teams. Meanwhile, for the U-19 category, the Liem Swie King Cup and Susy Susanti Cup will be contested by teams from Indonesia and other countries.
On this occasion, MilkLife Producer, Didiet Fadriana Abdulkadir, expressed his hope that the participants would not only see this event as a competition to win a title, but also as a vehicle to improve their mental and competitive abilities which could later lead to achievements on the international stage.
What happened next
After the 2026 Junior Superliga, participants are expected to be able to apply the experience and knowledge gained to improve their performance in future tournaments. The organizers also plan to continue developing a new format and points calculation system, which will be officially implemented in January 2027. With this initiative, it is hoped that there will be more similar competition events in the future, supporting the development of badminton in Indonesia and other participating countries.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens in Superliga Junior 2026?
The 2026 Junior Superliga was attended by 707 young badminton players from eight countries and took place at GOR Djarum, Jati, Kudus, Central Java, from 2 to 8 November 2026.
Who confirmed the holding of this tournament?
Djarum Foundation Sports Service Program Director, Yoppy Rosimin, explained about the organization of this tournament.
Why is the 2026 Junior Superliga being held now?
This tournament was held to fill the gap in team competition at international level for the junior category.
What changes have been implemented in the match system?
This tournament applies a new point calculation system from BWF, namely the 3x15 rally point system, which will be tested before being officially implemented in January 2027.
What categories will be contested in the 2026 Junior Superliga?
There are four age categories being competed, namely U-13, U-15, U-17 and U-19, for both boys and girls.