Bangkok: The Thai women's basketball team faced a challenging start to their 2026 Asian Games campaign, succumbing to a 52-61 defeat against Indonesia in their opening match. The tightly contested game saw both teams trading points evenly in the first quarter before Indonesia managed to establish a lead in the second quarter.

According to Thai News Agency, despite a determined effort from the Thai squad, they could not overcome the deficit. Captain Supawadee Kunchawan led the charge for Thailand, delivering an impressive performance with a game-high 20 points, alongside 4 rebounds and 4 assists. However, her efforts were not enough to secure a victory, marking Thailand's first loss in the tournament.

The Thai women's national basketball team is now preparing for their next group stage match against China. Scheduled for September 19, 2026, at 8:00 AM, this match will be crucial for Thailand as they aim to keep their hopes alive in the competition.