Golf kicks off at the highly anticipated curtain-raiser of the Asian Tour’s elevated International Series, making its $2 million India debut at the exclusive DLF Golf and Country Club in Gurugram from January 30 to February 2, 2025. John Catlin, the defending champion, who stunned fans with a sudden death against Spain’s David Puig last year, returns to headline the field.

In 2020, Bryson DeChambeau, the “Mad Scientist,” powered his way to a dominant victory at the 120th U.S. Open Championship. With a bold strategy and an impressive 40-pound muscle gain to boost swing power, the two-time LIV Golf winner was the only player to finish under par in the final round at the notoriously tough Winged Foot. DeChambeau’s calculated approach and raw strength proved his classy and thoughtful victory. Fans await his appearance at this year’s exclusive launch alongside the season-ending PIF Saudi International. Let’s dive deeper into the event and where to watch it.

International Series 2025: Watch it here

The first of 10 events in the International Series, with other venues in Macau, Morocco, Hong Kong, Indonesia, and Saudi Arabia. The event’s schedule is parallel to the LIV Golf League. It will be aired on the Golf Channel from Thursday, January 30th to February 2nd. The first two rounds will be telecasted at 3:00 a.m. while rounds 3 and 4 will start at 1:30 a.m. (all times ET). Get glued!

The destination is as eager as the players ready to bag more titles. “DLF consistently represents the best-in-class across property development and real estate in India, and this groundbreaking partnership with LIV Golf and The International Series fits our outlook, bringing a best-in-class sporting event to India and showcasing our offering in and around DLF Golf and Country Club,” said DLF’s joint managing director and chief business officer, Aakash Ohri.

Looks like the Gary Player-designed course was made to uplift this fusion! So, will we see more mad science from Bryson DeChambeau or a victory over the defending champion?

Who is playing in the 2025 International Series?

Of the top 20 2024 LIV Golf League performers, six are here. With two wins in the LIV Golf League and seven PGA Tour titles, Bryson DeChambeau is the most hyped-up star on the tour alongside Paul Casey, and Anirban Lahiri. Carlos Ortiz of Torque GC has also confirmed his spot alongside Abraham Ancer, and his 26-year-old captain, Joaquin Niemann. The format is designed for new LIV Golf members like Luis Masaveu of Fireballs GC and Frederik Kjettrup of Cleeks GC to better their professional grip.

The LIV Golfers will playoff with the 9 winners of the 2024 Asian Tour. BNI Indonesian Masters winner Richard T Lee and MJ Maguire, are a few of these confirmed faces. Rattanon Wannasrichan, the SJM Macao Open champion, will join Steve Lewton in holding the Mandiri Indonesia Open spot. This event is already proving to have a strong start with a winner’s lineup, a much-appreciated mission of Rahul Singh, the Head of The International Series.

“This diverse field, with its blend of superstar names, proven champions, and emerging talent, perfectly showcases what The International Series is all about. This is a truly unique opportunity for golf fans from the subcontinent to enjoy some incredible golf and celebrate the prominent place India currently occupies in world golf,“ he said. As days near, this starry line-up promises to be an assured entertainment source this season.