Malaysia lost 2-3 to favourite and defending champion, China in the first semi-final of the Thomas Cup 2008 at Senayan Indoor Stadium, Jakarta. The final and deciding match between Hafiz Hashim against Chen Jin was won by the later.

Final result:

Malaysia 2-3 China

Lee Chong Wei beat Lin Dan 21-12, 21-14

Koo Kien Keat + Tan Boon Heong lost to Cai Yun + Fu Haifeng 16-21, 17-21

Wong Choong Hann lost to Bao Chunlai 18-21, 7-21

Mohd Zakry + Mohd Fairuzizuan beat Xie Zhongbo + Guo Zhendong 21-17, 21-15

Hafiz Hashim lost to Chen Jin 12-21, 16-21