The stage is set for one of the biggest events in international bowling as the 2025 IBF World Championships prepare to begin on November 24 at Top Bowl, inside the brand-new Kai Tak Sports Park in Hong Kong.
With the world’s strongest national teams arriving for competition across Singles, Doubles, Trios, and Team of 5, anticipation is building for two weeks of elite-level competition.
Before the action begins, the International Bowling Federation has now officially released the oil pattern that will be used throughout the championship.
A 46-Foot Challenge
The official lane pattern measures 46 feet with a total volume of 30.125 mL, making it a demanding long pattern condition.
The pattern features a 2.15:1 ratio, 9.575 mL forward, and 20.55 mL reverse, with oil dropped to 44 feet.
A total of 28 national federations will participate in the Men’s Division,
meanwhile Women’s Division will feature 22 national teams.
Men’s Division Teams:
Australia, Bermuda, Canada, China, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Korea, Kuwait, Macao, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Philippines, Qatar, Romania, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Sweden, Taiwan, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United States.Women’s Division Teams:
Australia, Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Iceland, Italy, Japan, Korea, Kuwait, Macao, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Taiwan, Turkey, United States.All qualifying and early-round matches will take place at Top Bowl, while the Trios and Team of 5 finals will move to Queen Elizabeth Stadium in Wanchai, allowing more spectators to attend the medal rounds.
With Hong Kong preparing for a major international sports showcase, both venues aim to deliver a world-class experience for athletes and fans.
All information about the 2025 IBF World Championships can be found at tournaments.bowlinglife.eu
Official Schedule – IBF World Championships 2025
Saturday, November 22
Last Day of ArrivalSunday, November 23 Unofficial PracticeTeam Managers MeetingMonday, November 24 Official Practice
Opening CeremonyTuesday, November 25 Men’s Singles QualifyingWednesday, November 26 Women’s Singles QualifyingThursday, November 27 Men & Women Singles Round 2
Men & Women Singles Semifinals
Men & Women Singles FinalsFriday, November 28 Women’s Doubles QualifyingSaturday, November 29 Men’s Doubles QualifyingSunday, November 30 Men & Women Doubles Round 2
Men & Women Doubles Semifinals
Men & Women Doubles FinalsMonday, December 1 Men’s Trios Qualifying
Men’s Trios Round 2Tuesday, December 2 Women’s Trios Qualifying
Women’s Trios Round 2Wednesday, December 3 Men & Women Team of 5 Qualifying
Men & Women Team of 5 Round 2Thursday, December 4 – Queen Elizabeth Stadium (Wanchai) Men & Women Trios Semifinals and FinalsFriday, December 5 – Queen Elizabeth Stadium (Wanchai)
Men & Women Team of 5 Semifinals and Finals
Victory Banquet (Kowloon Shangri-La Hotel)
