The player list for the ITTF Mixed Team World Cup 2025 has been confirmed, with the global table tennis elite set to gather in Chengdu, China for the ultimate showdown. From 30 November to 7 December, 24 teams will compete for the prestigious Guoliang-Sörling Trophy in the innovative format that brings male and female players together in combined teams.
Following the thrilling 2024 edition where China successfully defended their title with a commanding 8-1 victory over Korea Republic, this year’s tournament promises another spectacular display of the format that has captivated audiences since its inception. With the Mixed Team event now confirmed for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games, this year’s competition takes on added significance as teams prepare for the format’s historic Olympic debut.
China will arrive in Chengdu looking to make it three consecutive titles after their dominant performances in both 2023 and 2024. The hosts’ 2024 triumph was built on exceptional teamwork, with stars like Sun Yingsha, Wang Chuqin, Wang Manyu, and Lin Shidong delivering when it mattered most. Wang Chuqin, Lin Shidong, Liang Jingkun, and Xu Yingbin lead the men’s squad, whilst Sun Yingsha, Wang Manyu, Wang Yidi, and Kuai Man feature in the women’s team.
Japan have entered a formidable squad featuring Tomokazu Harimoto and Miwa Harimoto, alongside Olympic medallists Hina Hayata and Mima Ito. The Japanese quartet of Shunsuke Togami, Sora Matsushima, Hiroto Shinozuka, and Satsuki Odo complete a team capable of mounting a serious challenge to China’s supremacy.
Korea Republic, runners-up in 2024, return with a strong contingent led by An Jaehyun, Jang Woojin, Oh Junsung, and Park Ganghyeon on the men’s side, with rising star Shin Yubin joined by Choi Hyojoo, Kim Nayeong, and Lee Eunhye in the women’s ranks.
Chinese Taipei feature Lin Yun-Ju, Kao Cheng-Jui, Lin Yen-Chun, and Kuo Guan-Hong alongside Cheng I-Ching, Huang Yu-Chiao, Li Yu-Jhun, and Tsai Yun-En. Hong Kong China bring quality depth with Wong Chun Ting, Lam Siu Hang, Chan Baldwin, and Choy Chun Kit paired with Doo Hoi Kem, Ng Wing Lam, Su Tsz Tung, and Zhu Chengzhu.
India’s squad includes Manav Thakkar, Akash Pal, Sathiyan Gnanasekaran, and Payas Jain on the men’s side, with Commonwealth Games champion Manika Batra leading the women’s team alongside Diya Chitale, Yashaswini Ghorpade, and Swastika Ghosh.
France arrive with one of Europe’s most exciting squads, featuring brothers Alexis and Felix Lebrun alongside Simon Gauzy, with Charlotte Lutz, Prithika Pavade, and Jia Nan Yuan in the women’s team.
Germany field Benedikt Duda, Patrick Franziska, and Dang Qiu, paired with Annett Kaufmann, Nina Mittelham, and Sabine Winter.
Sweden have entered Mattias Falck, Anton Kallberg, and Kristian Karlsson alongside Filippa Bergand, Linda Bergstrom, and Christina Kallberg, ensuring strong Scandinavian representation.
Romania will fly the flag for Eastern Europe, fielding both Ionescu brothers—Eduard and Ovidiu—alongside Iulian Chirita and Darius Movileanu, with European champion Bernadette Szocs leading the women’s challenge alongside Adina Diaconu, Andreea Dragoman, and Elizabeta Samara.
Croatia’s squad features Tomislav Pucar, Andrej Gacina, Ivor Ban, and Frane Kojic paired with Hana Arapovic, Mateja Jeger, Ivana Malobabic, and Lea Rakovac.
The United States will be looking to build momentum ahead of LA28, with Xiangjing Zhang, Jishan Liang, Sid Naresh, and Ved Sheth on the men’s side, whilst Sally Moyland, Tashiya Piyadasa, Jessica Reyes Lai, and Mandy Yu represent the women’s team as they gain valuable experience in the format that will grace the Olympic stage in Los Angeles.
Brazil return to the competition with Felipe Arado, Hamilton Yamane, and Lucas Romanski alongside Karina Shiray, Victoria Strassburger, and Laura Watanabe.
Chile will make their debut appearance at the Mixed Team World Cup, marking a significant milestone for South American table tennis. Nicolas Burgos, Gustavo Gomez, and Alfonso Olave lead the men’s team, with Daniela Ortega, Valentina Rios, and Paulina Vega representing the women.
Egypt’s African representation features Omar Assar, Youssef Abdelaziz, Badr Mostafa, and Mohamed Elbeiali on the men’s side, with Marwa Alhodaby, Mariam Alhodaby, Farida Badawy, and Hana Goda in the women’s ranks.
Australia complete the 24-team field with Hwan Bae, Finn Luu, and Nicholas Lum joined by Yangzi Liu, Constantina Psihogios, and Jiamuwa Wu.
The encounters will feature the exciting combination of men’s and women’s singles, doubles, and mixed doubles matches that showcase the strategic depth and inclusive nature of modern table tennis at its finest. Beyond the immediate prize of world ranking points and the Guoliang-Sörling Trophy, this year’s competition serves as crucial preparation for the Olympic stage ahead.
As teams prepare for this year’s competition, the question remains: can anyone dethrone the mighty Chinese team, or will they continue their reign as Mixed Team World Cup champions? With 116 of the world’s finest players confirmed, Chengdu 2025 promises to deliver unforgettable drama as the sport builds momentum towards its historic Olympic moment in Los Angeles.
