2025 World Table Tennis Championship Predictions & Betting Odds

2025 World Table Tennis Championships Format

The 2025 World Table Tennis Championships will be held in Doha, Qatar, from May 17 to 25, and will follow the International Table Tennis Federation’s standard structure. Both the men’s and women’s singles competitions feature a single-elimination bracket with 128 players in each draw.

All matches are played in a best-of-seven games format, testing both stamina and precision. Players represent countries from all over the globe, but powerhouse nations like China, Japan, South Korea, Brazil, Germany, and Sweden are expected to dominate the later rounds.

The event also includes men’s and women’s doubles, as well as mixed doubles, though the focus for most bettors and sportsbooks remains on the singles brackets. With no second chances in a knockout format, early-round upsets can quickly reshape the path to the finals, making bracket analysis essential for spotting betting value.

Follow the official draws here:

• Men’s Singles Bracket
  
• Women’s Singles Bracket

Wang Chuqin (2.50)

Wang Chuqin is the outright favorite for the 2025 title, despite entering as the No. 2 seed. He’s won 87% of his matches on the WTT tour this year and recently claimed the WTT Champions Chongqing title in March, where he easily defeated Lin Shidong in the final and topped a stellar field. He also captured the Asian Cup earlier this year.

He previously won the WTT tour finals in 2024 and the Asian Games 2023 where he defeated Fan Zhendong. Chuqin was runner-up at the 2023 World Championship, falling to Fan Zhendong, who retired from ITTF events at the end of 2024.

With Fan out of the picture, the stage is clear for Wang to capture his first world singles title — and all signs point to him being ready.

Lin Shidong (3.40)

At just 20 years old, Lin Shidong has emerged as one of the most dangerous players on the circuit. He’s posted an 88% tour win rate so far in 2025, including a victory at the Singapore Smash in February, where he defeated Wang Chuqin in a thrilling 4–3 semifinal and dispatched Liang Jingkun 4–2 in the final.

Lin combines fearless counter-attacking with smart shot placement, and his composure in long rallies has improved dramatically. He may be young, but he’s already proven he can beat the best — including the current favorite.

Hugo Calderano (8.00)

Fresh off a first major title, Hugo Calderano arrives in Doha riding the wave of momentum. He won the 2025 ITTF World Cup in late April, a marquee event in the table tennis calendar featuring the world’s top eight players, where he defeated Wang Chuqin 4–3 in the semifinal and then crushed Lin Shidong 4–1 in the final. He is the 3rd seed, despite his world ranking of 5th, reflecting the form he brings to the tournament.

Calderano’s explosive forehand and fearless pace have always been dangerous, but in 2025 he’s showing a new level of control. If he keeps that balance, the Brazilian could deliver one of the tournament’s biggest shocks.

Liang Jingkun (8.00)

Liang Jingkun enters the 2025 World Championship with a solid 80% tour match win rate and a notable semifinal victory over Wang Chuqin at the Singapore Smash. His raw power and fast-paced third-ball attacks make him a dangerous opponent for anyone in the field.

However, Liang is on the same side of the draw as Lin Shidong, a player he’s struggled to beat in recent meetings. That matchup could be a stumbling block if they meet again in Doha. Still, if Liang finds his rhythm early, he has the tools to push deep into the tournament.

Sun Yingsha (1.66)

Sun Yingsha has been on another level in 2025. She’s dominated the WTT tour, capturing titles at the Singapore Smash, WTT Champions in March, and most recently the ITTF World Cup in April, where she cruised through the field and didn’t drop a set in the final.

Her dominance isn’t just consistent — it’s overwhelming. She is defending her World Championship crown after capturing the title in 2023 and is the reigning Asian Games champion.

Sun’s footwork, precision, and ability to reset rallies mid-point make her nearly impossible to break down. With a first-round bye and top seeding, she enters Doha as the clear front-runner — and at 1.66, the odds say it all. It’s hard to make a case against her right now.

Wang Manyu (4.00)

Wang Manyu finished 2024 in strong form on the WTT tour but hasn’t managed to keep it in 2025. She’s suffered several defeats to fellow elites, but did conquer at the 2025 Asian Cup in February, defeating Yingsha 4-0 in the final. She won the World Championship in 2021, as well as the Asian Championship in 2023.

While Manyu has the experience and defensive tools to frustrate most of the field, her lack of recent consistent wins over her elite peers makes it hard to back her with confidence.

Wang Yidi (9.00)

Wang Yidi has won 81% of her tour matches in 2025 and recently claimed the WTT Champions title in Incheon — though that came without Yingsha or Manyu in the field. She followed that with a disappointing group-stage exit at the World Cup, raising questions about her consistency against top-tier opponents.

Yidl has the tools to make a run, but in a full-strength field, she’s a step behind the main favorites.

Chen Xingtong (11.00)

Chen Xingtong holds an 80% win rate on the tour in 2025 and has a history of pushing — and even beating — Sun Yingsha in past seasons. But recently, those matches have been one-sided, with Chen struggling to keep pace against the top seed.

Her high-risk style can overwhelm lesser opponents, but unless she tightens up under pressure, she’s unlikely to survive a deep run through this stacked field.

Men’s Champion Prediction and Betting Pick

Wang is in top form and has the most complete game in the field. With Fan Zhendong gone and multiple statement wins already in 2025, he’s the one to beat. The odds of 2.50 are very solid, so I’m backing them main favorite here.

If you’re looking for a higher return, backing Calderano at 8.00. However, Wang should be close to unstoppable and is the best bet on the board.

Women’s Champion Prediction and Betting Pick

Dominant in every statistical category, Sun is unlikely to falter. If you’re looking for a way to squeeze more value, consider round score bets or match parlays. Either way, the favorite in the women’s draw is simply on another level compared to the competition.