CCTV-5 and the CCTV video platform have announced today’s (September 18, 2025) live broadcast plan for the China Masters Badminton tournament, featuring Chinese players Liu Shengshu/Tan Ning, Liang Weikeng/Wang Chang, Li Shifeng, Chen Yufei, among others, competing in 14 matches.

The live broadcast schedule for CCTV-5 and the CCTV video platform has been released, with details shown in the image below.

1. CCTV-5 and the CCTV video platform will begin live coverage today at 1:25 PM and conclude at 4 PM.

• Additionally, CCTV-5+ and the CCTV video platform will broadcast live from 4 PM to 7 PM this evening.

• Furthermore, other time slots and matches will be streamed for free on Youku Sports Channel and the Huya live streaming platform.

Pre-match Predictions

1. The matches broadcast on CCTV-5 and the CCTV video platform are among the most popular, while less popular matches will be covered by CCTV video and other streaming platforms.
2. Among the matches broadcast on CCTV, singles players Han Yue, Wang Zhiyi, and Li Shifeng are all expected to win and advance to the quarterfinals.
3. In doubles, pairs Jiang Zhenbang/Wei Yaxin, Liang Yongkang/Wang Chang, and Liu Shengshu/Tan Ning are also highly likely to win and move on to the quarterfinals in the CCTV broadcasts.
4. In addition, some match broadcasts have not yet been announced and may be added to the live schedule at short notice.