Anugerah Silat Antarabangsa 2025: Honoring Global Silat Excellence
The National Silat Awards 2025 (ASN25) is a prestigious event dedicated to celebrating the achievements and contributions of individuals, families, and organizations in the world of Silat. Scheduled for 23 December 2025 at Mercure Living Putrajaya, this ceremony serves as a platform to recognize excellence, preserve cultural heritage, and strengthen global networks within the Silat community.
Purpose of ASN25
ASN25 is more than an award ceremony—it is a cultural and academic milestone. It acknowledges those who have elevated Silat from a traditional martial art to an internationally recognized discipline, blending heritage with modern sports science and education.
Dress Code
The event emphasizes cultural elegance:
- Men: Black Baju Melayu with samping and velvet songkok.
- Women: Black Baju Kurung with a black headscarf, or neatly styled hair if not wearing a headscarf.
Award Categories
ASN25 features three tiers of honors:
First Order
- Legend of Silat Award
Recognizes legendary figures whose lifelong dedication has shaped Silat globally.
Second Order
- Pendekar Throne Award – Best training arena for athlete development.
- Sagita Silat Award – Movers and promoters of Silat.
- Satria Upholder Award – Individuals who uphold noble values.
- Sentera Satria Award – Families supporting Silat traditions.
- Laksana Ilmu Award – Academic contributions through research and innovation.
Third Order
- Wira Adiwangsa Award – Best male athlete.
- Srikandi Adiwangsa Award – Best female athlete.
- Pendekar Sakti Jagat Award – Male practitioner with mastery of Silat.
- Srikandi Sakti Jagat Award – Female practitioner with exceptional skill.
- Nakhoda Putera Nusantara Award – Best male coach.
- Nakhoda Puteri Nusantara Award – Best female coach.
Why It Matters
ASN25 is a symbol of cultural diplomacy and global recognition. It bridges tradition and modernity, ensuring Silat remains a living heritage while thriving as a competitive sport. By honoring legends, athletes, coaches, and scholars, ASN25 inspires future generations to uphold the values of discipline, respect, and excellence.