The 2026 BWF Thomas and Uber Cup Finals in Horsens, Denmark, has reached a fever pitch as Asian powerhouses Japan and Malaysia face off in a critical Group B clash today, April 29, 2026. With both teams eyeing a top-seed finish to secure a favorable quarter-final draw, this tie is the highlight of the group stage.
Where to Watch: Live Streaming & TV
Fans can catch the action live from Court 2 starting at 10:00 AM (local time).
•Malaysia:Astro Badminton (Astro SuperSport).
•Japan:J SPORTS / TV Asahi.
•Global: BWF TV (YouTube) and the Olympic Channel (subject to territorial restrictions).
Full Squads & Match Lineup
Based on the official lineup, Malaysia is resting Lee Zii Jia for the final singles slot, while Japan leans on their “Wall of Singles.”
MS 1 -Kodai Naraoka VS Leong Jun Hao
MD 1-K. Kumagai / H. Nishi VSAaron Chia / Tee Kai Wun
MS 2 – Yushi Tanaka VS Justin Hoh
MD 2 – T. Nomura / Y. Shimogami VS Nur Izzuddin / Soh Wooi Yik
MS 3 – Koki Watanabe VS Lee Zii Jia
Score Prediction
Japan holds the edge in singles depth, particularly with Kodai Naraoka and the in-form Yushi Tanaka. However, Malaysia’s tactical decision to scratch their regular doubles pairings and place Lee Zii Jia in the third singles suggests they are playing for a late-tie comeback.
Prediction:Japan 3-2 Malaysia
Expect Japan to dominate the early singles, while Malaysia’s world-class doubles experience keeps the tie alive until the final match.