ANTA Sports, one of the world’s largest sportswear companies, has officially marked its entry into the Indonesian market with a launch event featuring global streetball star and ANTA Brand Ambassador, Grayson Scott “The Professor” Boucher.

ANTA’s presence in Indonesia begins with the opening of its first mono store at Living World Kota Wisata Cibubur in July 2025.

Following that, ANTA will expand its reach with an ANTA Superstore scheduled to open in early September 2025 at Puri Indah Mall, Jakarta.

Embracing a multiple store concept, ANTA offers various retail formats ranging from ANTA Flagship Store, ANTA Superstore, ANTA Kids, to the trend-focused Sneakerverse Store.

With this strategy, ANTA aims to reach a broader audience—from athletes and families to sneaker and sportswear fashion communities.

The importance of expanding into Indonesia was emphasized.

“Indonesia has tremendous growth potential thanks to its massive population and dynamic consumer base. This move is a continuation of ANTA’s expansion in Southeast Asia after previously entering Singapore, Thailand, the Philippines, Malaysia, and Vietnam. Indonesia is not just a market but a strategic partner for building the future of sports in the region,” it was stated.

The Professor, a global streetball icon, also shared his enthusiasm during his visit to Jakarta.

“I am thrilled to meet the Indonesian basketball community in person. What makes ANTA special is its vision of seeing basketball not just as a game, but as a means to inspire people to move, compete, and grow together,” he expressed.

Meanwhile, the development of basketball in the country was highlighted.

“Jakarta has a very active basketball community, along with the successful experience of hosting the FIBA World Cup. The popularity of basketball in Indonesia continues to rise, and this is the perfect momentum for ANTA to strengthen its presence and build connections with athletes and fans,” it was explained.

Moving forward, ANTA will bring its global collection lineup to the Indonesian market. Its standout collections include ANTA KAI with Kyrie Irving, ANTA KT with Klay Thompson, and the Shock Wave Series designed specifically for outdoor basketball.

The arrival of these collections underscores ANTA’s ambition to introduce innovation and strengthen ties with the growing basketball sports community in Indonesia.

has officially released senior defensive midfielder, , to on a loan until the end of the 2025/2026 season.

This decision was made after considering the need for playing minutes for .

It was explained that this decision resulted from discussions with the coaching staff.

Although he recently recovered from a long-term injury that sidelined him since the middle of last season, his contribution in helping secure back-to-back Liga 1 titles in 2023/2024 and 2024/2025 is highly appreciated.

“At the start of this season, Dado (nickname for ) has returned to play after his recovery period. Based on the coaching staff’s analysis, he needs more playing time to regain his best performance. Therefore, we approved the request from ,” it was stated.

This season, the midfield is highly competitive. must compete with quality players such as Luciano Guaycochea, Marc Klok, Adam Alis, Thom Haye, and two young talents Robi Darwis and Nazriel Alfaro.

In the first three matches played by , appeared for less than five minutes in the opening match against Semen Padang.

“With this loan, we hope Dado gains more consistent playing rhythm at . The expectation is that upon returning to Bandung, he will be in top performance condition,” it was said.

Since joining in 2015, has been known as a symbol of loyalty and dedication to and its supporters.

Even when the competition was on hiatus in 2016, he maintained his performance through a loan to Sabah FA before returning and becoming a key pillar in the midfield.

His achievements with are impressive: winning the Presidential Cup in 2015, two Liga 1 titles (2023/2024 and 2024/2025), and various other key moments that earned him respect in the locker room.

According to the statement, this loan decision is not merely a transfer matter but a long-term

Living World Kota Wisata Cibubur

Living World Kota Wisata Cibubur is a modern shopping mall and entertainment complex located in Cibubur, on the outskirts of Jakarta, Indonesia. Opened in 2013, it was developed as part of the larger “Kota Wisata” integrated township to serve the growing residential community. The mall is known for its family-friendly atmosphere, offering a wide range of retail stores, a food court, and a cinema.

Puri Indah Mall

Puri Indah Mall is a modern shopping center located in the Puri Indah residential area of West Jakarta, Indonesia. It was developed by the PT. Puri Indah Group and officially opened its doors in 2006. The mall serves as a major retail and lifestyle hub for the surrounding suburban community.

FIBA World Cup

The FIBA World Cup is an international basketball tournament organized by the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) for men’s national teams. It was first held in 1950 in Argentina and has been held every four years since. The competition was originally known as the FIBA World Championship before being rebranded to its current name in 2014.

Persib Bandung

Persib Bandung is a professional football club based in Bandung, Indonesia, and is one of the country’s most popular and successful teams. Founded in 1933 during the Dutch colonial era, it has a storied history and a fierce rivalry with Persija Jakarta. The club is renowned for its passionate fan base, known as “Bobotoh,” and has won multiple Indonesian league titles.

Bhayangkara FC

Bhayangkara FC is an Indonesian professional football club based in Jakarta, originally founded in 2010 as Persebaya (Dualisme). It is historically significant as the official club of the Indonesian National Police, and it became the first team to win the modern-era Liga 1 title in the 2017 season.

Liga 1

Liga 1 is the top tier of the Indonesian football league system, officially known as BRI Liga 1 for sponsorship reasons. It was founded in 2008, replacing the previous Premier Division as the country’s primary professional football competition. The league is central to the development of football in Indonesia and features the nation’s most prominent clubs.

Presidential Cup

The Presidential Cup is not a specific place or cultural site, but rather the name of a major annual sports competition in Kazakhstan. It is a prestigious ice hockey tournament established in 2012, traditionally held in the capital city of Astana. The event was created to promote the sport and is often associated with the country’s presidential patronage.

Sabah FA

Sabah FA is the official football association for the state of Sabah in Malaysia, responsible for managing its professional football team. Founded in 1963, the team has a long history in Malaysian football, competing in top-tier leagues and known for its passionate local support.