According to the Badminton World Federation (BWF) 31 teams have confirmed their participation, for the second time, twelve teams competed in the elite group to battle for the title.

[3] Kuala Lumpur and Melbourne submitted bids for 2013 Sudirman Cup.

[4] On 9 December 2011, Badminton World Federation awarded the championships to Kuala Lumpur after Melbourne withdrew its bid and making Kuala Lumpur as the sole candidate.

The draw for the quarterfinals was held after the completion of the final matches in the group stage on May 21, 2013.

Ukraine 1 - 3  Vietnam Philippines 3 - 0  Australia New Zealand2 - 3   Switzerland Sri Lanka 3 - 1  Lithuania Turkey 3 - 0  Kazakhstan