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MARTIAL ARTS - Taekwondo 14 Oct, 2024

Pakistani players arrive in Indonesia to participate in Asian Open Kyorugi Taekwondo Championship

Sports Bulletin ReportTangerang (Indonesia): A 16-member taekwondo squad of Pakistan has arrived in Indonesia to participate in the 6th Asian Open Kyorugi Taekwondo Championship played in Tangerang, Indonesia. The event will be played from October 15 to 18 at the Indore Stadium Sports Center. More than 275 athletes from other Asian countries including India, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Philippines, Malaysia, Nepal and the host Indonesia will be in action. Among the male players of the natinal squad are Haroon Khan (-58 kg) Numan Khan (-63 kg) Saud Alam (-63 kg) Muhammad Arbaz Khan (-68 kg) Mazhar Abbas (-80 kg) Ikhtsham-ul-Haq (-87 kg) and Hamza Omar Saeed (+87 kg) ) while the names of Noor Rahman (-57 kg), Maleeha Ali (-73 kg), and Manisha Ali (+73 kg ) are included in the women's team.Lieutenant Colonel Zeeshan Aslam is the head of the team, Master Yusuf Karami is the head coach, Syed Sadaqat Hussain is manager and Faisal Nadeem Butt is the physio of the team.The national players have started their training session in the indoor stadium under the supervision of the head coach Master Yusuf Karami.Hamza Saeed, who will participate in the +87 kg weight category in the competition, has said that a lot of preparation has been done for the championship. During the event, there will also be an opportunity to discuss with our contemporaries and professional coaches from other countries, which will be beneficial for us in the future. - 57 kg female taekwondo player Noor Rehman says that she will not take any fight lightly and present good news to the nation by winning medals for Pakistan.

MARTIAL ARTS - Taekwondo 08 Oct, 2024

Islamabad to host Asian Open Taekwondo Championship in February 2025

Sports Bulletin ReportISLAMABAD: The capital city Islamabad will host the 7th Asian Open Taekwondo Championship in February 2025 at Pakistan Sports Complex under the control of Pakistan Taekwondo Federation (PTF).According to president PTF Col (Retd) Raja Wasim Ahmed, who attended the World Taekwondo General Assembly that took place on September 30, 2024 in South Korea during the World Taekwondo Junior Championship, held from September 2 to 6 Oct 2024 at Korea informed the house regarding the conduct modalities of 7th Asian Open Taekwondo Championship in Islamabad, Pakistan.The elections for the Commonwealth Taekwondo Union were held on 1st October 2024 at Korea, as Raja Wasim Ahmed Janjua contested in the elections and was successfully elected as a Council Member .After the conclusion of both events, the World Junior Taekwondo mega event was started in which three Pakistani athletes including Rayhaan Khan (Athlete, M-55 kg), Mohammad Hadi Ejaz (Athlete, M-59 kg), and Hanna Alice Siddiqui (Athlete, W-68 kg) participated in the competitions.On 5th Oct 2024 (first day of the event Hannah Siddiqui won the first match against Serbia and lost in round of 16 against Holland. Rayyan Khan lost to 2nd match against Mexico. On Second day of the event, Hanna Siddiqui won her first fight against Serbia and lost in Quarterfinals.

MARTIAL ARTS - Taekwondo 29 Aug, 2024

Junior National Taekwondo Championship 2024 starts in Lahore

Sports Bulletin ReportLAHORE: A three-day Under 17 Junior National Taekwondo Championship 2024 kicked off with a grand colorful opening ceremony at Nishter Park Lahore on Thursday, as the Kim Gubong Korea Business Community, president in Pakistan, Dr. Asif Tufail Secretary Planning and Development Punjab and Patron-in-chief Punjab Taekwondo Association were the chief guest on this occasion.As many as 10 teams from Provinces and Departments are participating in the prestigious national juniors’ event, being organized by the Punjab Taekwondo Association (PTA) under the banner of the Pakistan Taekwondo Federation (PTF). Pakistan Army stood on top with 3 Gold,1x Silver,1x Bronze, Sindh stood second position 1x Gold,4x Silver while third position grabbed by Wapda,1x Gold,1x Bronze.

MARTIAL ARTS - Ju-Jitsu 29 Aug, 2024

PMMAF signs a Memorandum of Understanding with TAMMA

Sports Bulletin ReportKARACHI: The Pakistan Mixed Martial Arts Federation (PMMAF) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with IFSA & Thai Association of Mixed Martial Arts (TAMMA) to develop the MMA sport in both countries.The agreement was signed by Chairman Pakistan Mixed Martial Arts Federation (PMMAF) Tariq Ali and IFSA Thai Association of Mixed Martial Arts (TAMMA) Secretary General Achilleus Ralli in Bangkok.The MOU is set to provide a platform for a strategic relationship between the two MMA national federations to cooperate and exchange knowledge on a range of matters related to the MMA Sport. The MoU will be immensely beneficial for both federations and will lead to enhanced relations for the sport in Pakistan and Thailand.Also focuses on strengthening the mutual understanding and solidarity between the peoples of the two countries through cooperation, developing friendly ties, and achieving mutually beneficial results aimed at the development of MMA by establishing joint activities," a statement said.Officials have said that the partnership will include collaboration in sports research, sports medicine and support for the organisation of MMA sports events.

MARTIAL ARTS - Judo 16 Jun, 2024

Pakistan Judo Team to Compete in BRICS Games 2024 in Russia

Sports Bulletin ReportISLAMABAD: A four-member Pakistan judo team, in collaboration with the Pakistan Sports Board, will depart for Kazan, Russia, on Monday to participate in the ongoing BRICS Games 2024.The prestigious sports event will feature three days of judo contests, commencing on Thursday in Kazan, Russia.Colonel Junaid Alam, President of the Pakistan Judo Federation (PJF), has instructed the national judokas to compete with their full potential. He expressed optimism that the judokas would deliver outstanding performances at this mega event.The Pakistan judo team comprised Hamid Ali (South Asian Games Gold Medalist), Sabir Shah (National Games Gold Medalist), Mueen Aslam (National Games Gold), and Afzal Bashir (Coach).

MARTIAL ARTS - Taekwondo 09 May, 2024

Asian Championship: Pakistan squad to visit Vietnam on May 10

Sports Bulletin ReportISLAMABAD: Pakistan national taekwondo team of Khyrogi, and Poomsae will leave for Vietnam on May 10 (Friday) to take part in the Asian Taekwondo Championship 2024.According to an official of the Pakistan Taekwondo Federation (PTF), teams have been diligently preparing under the guidance of both foreign and national coaches. The Ministry of Inter-Provincial Coordination (IPC), and Pakistan Sports Board (PCB) extended their full support by providing Training Facilities, Necessary NOCs, and financial assistance.The President/Secretary of PTF will attend the General Council Meeting of Asia, where they will present a bid to host the 7th Asian Open Championship in Islamabad, Pakistan in February 2025. Omer Saeed, CEO Pakistan Taekwondo Federation will also attend the meeting as an observer. National Taekwondo Kyorugi and Poomsae Teams consist of 17 male, and 5 female players, who will show their skills and techniques in the events.

MARTIAL ARTS - Ju-Jitsu 30 Apr, 2024

Pakistan squad named for Asian Ju-Jitsu Championship 2024

Sports Bulletin ReportKARACHI: The Pakistan Ju-Jitsu Federation (PJJF) has announced the team for the Asian Ju-Jitsu Championship, which will be held in Abu Dhabi from May 1 to May 8, 2024. Top Pakistani athletes will represent Pakistan in the championship.According to details provided by the Pakistan Jiu-Jitsu Federation, the national team has been announced for the Asian Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2024, including senior team members Mohammad Ammar, Isra Waseem, and Kainat Arif, along with junior members Under 18 Mohammad Yousaf Ali, Umar Yasin, and Hamad Baloch will be Under 16 category Additionally, Dalawar Khan Sannan and Abu Hurrara will participate in the Asian Referee Seminar and Exam. Tariq Ali, the General Secretary of the Pakistan Jiu-Jitsu Federation, will be the head national team and represent Pakistan at the General Assembly of the Jiu-Jitsu Asian Union. The President of the Pakistan Ju-Jitsu Federation hoped that the national team would demonstrate excellent performance in the championship, building on their success in the 2023 Asian Jiu-Jitsu Championship in Thailand. He also emphasized the federation's commitment to providing ample opportunities for junior athletes and ensuring the best possible preparation with the support of the Pakistan Sports Board.

MARTIAL ARTS - Taekwondo 16 Feb, 2024

Hamza Saeed claims gold medal in Fajr Open Championship

Sports Bulletin ReportISLAMABAD: Pakistani martial art athlete, Hamza Saeed has grabbed the gold medal in the 33rd Fajr Open Taekwondo Championship after defeating Mohammad Ibrahim Hosseini from Iran by 9-1 and 14-3 in the final of the +87 kg category in Tehran, the capital of Iran.According to an official of Pakistan Taekwondo Federation (PTF), in the semifinals Hamza Saeed eliminated local player Amir Mohammad and Parham Khowari in the quarter-final. In the -54 category final, Pakistan's Shahzeb Khan was defeated by an Iranian player. In the second round of the final, the referee disqualified Shahzeb. Shahzeb won the silver medal. On this occasion, Hamza Saeed said it was a great honour for me to win the gold medal for Pakistan and be named the best player of the championship. Renowned athletes from all over the world participated in the Fajr Open, Hamza Saeed said, adding, that our head coach Yusuf Karami gave the best training to all the athletes in preparation for the event.

MARTIAL ARTS - Taekwondo 01 Feb, 2024

Training camp for Al Fujairah Open Championship concludes

Sports Bulletin ReportSharjah (UAE): The 15-day training camp of Pakistani athletes for the 11th Al-Fujairah Open Taekwondo Championship, which will be held in Al-Fujairah of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from February 4 to 6, 2024 in Sharjah UAE. The camp was organized by Pakistan Taekwondo Federation (PTF) under the supervision of Pakistan's Iranian-born coach Master Yusuf Karami.Top national players including Haroon Khan, Hamza Omar Saeed, Shahzaib Khan, Mohammad Arbaz Khan, Mazhar Abbas, Nauman and Ehtishamul Haq will represent Pakistan in the Al-Fujairh Open Championship. Omar Saeed will be Team Leader, Ashfaq Ahmed Manager, Yusuf Karami Head Coach, Zubair Macha will be the coordinator and Faisal Butt will be the physio. After participating in the Al Fujairah Open, the Pakistan Taekwondo team will participate in the Fajr Open Taekwondo Championship held in Tehran from February 12 to 15, in addition to the World Taekwondo President Asia Cup from February 16 to 19 in Tehran and then from February 21 to 22 will take part in the Asian Club Taekwondo championship.

MARTIAL ARTS - Taekwondo 13 Dec, 2023

Korean Ambassador Taekwondo Championship to start on December 16

Sports Bulletin ReportISLAMABAD: The 16th Korean Ambassador National Junior Taekwondo Championship will be held from December 15 to 16, 2023 at the Liaquat Sports Gymnasium, Pakistan Sports Board Islamabad.According to an official of Pakistan Taekwondo Federation (PTF), the championship will be held under the banner of taekwondo federation in collaboration with the Korean Embassy. Over 250 officials and athletes will be part of national juniors’ fixture.Pakistan Army, Pakistan Air Force (PAF), Pakistan WAPDA, Pakistan Railway, Islamabad, Khyber Pakhtoon Khawa (KPK), Sindh, Baluchistan, Punjab, Gilgit Baltistan (GB), Azad Jammu & Kashmir (AJK), and World Taekwondo (WT) Care Pogramme Team will fight for top honour during the two days event.