Indonesia Cricket Record, Key Players and Rivalries Profiled
Indonesia's cricket programme has grown from regional obscurity into a genuinely competitive force in the Asian and global Associate landscape. Across 165 matches, the team has won 83 — a win rate of 50.3% that places them firmly in the middle tier of ICC Associate nations, competitive against their regional peers and increasingly testing themselves against higher-ranked opponents in T20I qualifiers and Asian Cricket Council events.
The Overall Record
A win rate just above 50% tells a nuanced story. Indonesia are dominant against the lower-ranked sides in their region — teams from Central and South-East Asia — but face significantly stiffer challenges when drawn against established Associate powerhouses or Full Members in qualifying pathways.
Their T20I record forms the bulk of their international experience, with the format serving as Indonesia's primary route into global cricket structures. The ICC's expanded qualifying pathways have given Indonesia consistent competitive fixtures against regional rivals, and the team has made the most of those opportunities.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 165 |
| Won | 83 |
| Win Rate | 50.3% |
| Primary Format | T20I |
| ICC Status | Associate Member |
Recent Results
Indonesia's recent form illustrates both their ambition and the gap that still exists against stronger opposition. Their 2026 campaign has seen them face a range of opponents:
| Date | Opponent | Result | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 5 | South Korea | Lost | 42 runs |
| Oct 5 | South Korea | Lost | 8 wkts |
| Oct 4 | South Korea | Lost | 9 wkts |
| Oct 3 | South Korea | Lost | 7 wkts |
| Sep 4 | UAE | Lost | 6 wkts |
| Sep 2 | Sri Lanka | Lost | 75 runs |
| Aug 31 | Bangladesh | Lost | 71 runs |
| Jun 26 | Uzbekistan | Won | 97 runs |
| Jun 25 | Singapore | Lost | 123 runs |
| Jun 23 | Uzbekistan | Won | 119 runs |
| Jun 13 | Hong Kong | Won | 6 wkts |
| Jun 12 | Thailand | Lost | 6 wkts |
The pattern is clear: dominant victories against Uzbekistan (by 97 and 119 runs), a competitive win against Hong Kong, but heavy defeats against Full Members Bangladesh and Sri Lanka. The South Korea series in October represented a setback, with four consecutive losses suggesting that Asian regional rivals are not to be underestimated.
Key Batters
Indonesia's batting has been built around a core of reliable run-scorers who have grown with the programme over several years.
| Rank | Player | Runs |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | GA Priandana | 1,647 |
| 2 | KD Kesuma | 1,271 |
| 3 | IK Gamantika | 1,136 |
| 4 | NPAN Sakarini | 1,000 |
| 5 | PR Surve | 909 |
| 6 | Ahmad Ramdoni | 867 |
GA Priandana stands as Indonesia's most prolific run-scorer with 1,647 runs — a remarkable tally for an Associate nation batter and a figure that places him among the leading run-scorers in Asian Associate cricket. His consistency at the top of the order has provided the platform for Indonesia's batting across multiple ICC qualifying campaigns.
KD Kesuma (1,271 runs) and IK Gamantika (1,136 runs) form a formidable middle-order pairing. Gamantika's all-round ability — contributing 64 wickets alongside his 1,136 runs — makes him one of the most valuable players in Indonesian cricket history. NPAN Sakarini, with exactly 1,000 career runs, has been another steady contributor.
Key Bowlers
Indonesia's bowling attack has been led by a pair of prolific wicket-takers whose longevity and consistency have underpinned the team's competitiveness.
| Rank | Player | Wickets |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | F Banunaek | 92 |
| 2 | DJ Hawoe | 91 |
| 3 | IKEG Artawan | 65 |
| 4 | IK Gamantika | 64 |
| 5 | RM Koda | 54 |
| 6 | GD Arta | 47 |
F Banunaek (92 wickets) and DJ Hawoe (91 wickets) are virtually inseparable at the top of Indonesia's all-time bowling charts. Their combined tally of 183 wickets represents the backbone of Indonesia's bowling over the past decade. Both have been remarkably durable, maintaining their effectiveness across multiple qualifying cycles.
IKEG Artawan (65 wickets) and the all-round IK Gamantika (64 wickets) provide depth, ensuring Indonesia have wicket-taking options through the middle overs. RM Koda (54) and GD Arta (47) complete a bowling unit that, at its best, can take 10 wickets against regional opponents.
Regional Rivalries
Indonesia's key rivalries are shaped by geography and ICC qualifying structures:
- Singapore — perhaps the most intense rivalry. Both nations compete in the same sub-regional qualifiers, and matches between them carry significant weight in determining which team advances to the next round. Singapore have historically held the upper hand, but Indonesia's improving results have made this a genuine contest.
- Thailand — another South-East Asian rival with a growing cricket culture. Thailand's women's cricket programme has gained global recognition, and their men's team provides Indonesia with a regular competitive benchmark.
- South Korea — the October 2026 series highlighted this emerging rivalry. South Korea's four consecutive wins suggest they have overtaken Indonesia in the regional pecking order, providing extra motivation for future encounters.
- Hong Kong — a higher-ranked Associate whose matches against Indonesia test the team's ability to compete at the next level. Indonesia's June 2026 win against Hong Kong by 6 wickets was a significant result.
- Uzbekistan — Indonesia's dominance in their June 2026 encounters (winning by 97 and 119 runs) shows the gap between Indonesia and the newer Associate nations.
What the Numbers Show
Indonesia's 50.3% win rate across 165 matches is a genuine achievement for a programme operating without the infrastructure, funding or domestic competition depth of established cricket nations. The team's strength lies in a settled batting core — four batters with 1,000+ career runs is unusual for an Associate of Indonesia's ranking — and a two-headed bowling attack in Banunaek and Hawoe that has proven effective across conditions.
The challenge remains bridging the gap to the next tier. Losses to Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and even UAE by significant margins show that Indonesia's brand of cricket, while effective regionally, needs further development to compete against established sides. The South Korea series losses in October 2026 add an urgent note — regional supremacy cannot be taken for granted.
Yet the foundations are in place. A win rate above 50%, a deep player pool by Associate standards, and consistent participation in ICC qualifying pathways give Indonesia a platform to build on.
FAQ
What is Indonesia's win rate in international cricket?
Indonesia have won 83 of their 165 international matches, giving them a win rate of 50.3%. The vast majority of these matches have been T20 internationals.
Who is Indonesia's all-time leading run-scorer?
GA Priandana holds the record with 1,647 career runs for Indonesia, making him one of the most prolific batters in Asian Associate cricket.
Who are Indonesia's leading wicket-takers?
F Banunaek (92 wickets) and DJ Hawoe (91 wickets) are Indonesia's top two wicket-takers of all time, with just one wicket separating them at the top of the all-time charts.
Which teams are Indonesia's main rivals?
Indonesia's primary rivalries are with South-East Asian neighbours Singapore and Thailand, as well as South Korea and Hong Kong in the broader Asian Associate context. Matches in ICC qualifying events carry particular intensity.