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MARTIAL ARTS - Taekwondo 21 Oct, 2024
Sports Bulletin ReportLAHORE: Cholong Um, Director Asia of Kukkiwon Headquarters, Korea visited Pakistan Taekwondo Federation (PTF) office, as the top officials of federation welcomed her Secretariat Office here on Monday.During her visit, she engaged in discussions with Lt. Col. (Retd) Raja Waseem Ahmed Janjua, President of PTF, Najam Siddiqui, Director International Affairs, and Mehraj Aslam, Director Kukkiwon Affairs of PTF, focusing on Kukkiwon-related matters.Cholong Um commended the Pakistan Taekwondo Federation for its dedicated efforts in managing the Kukkiwon Dan Promotion Tests and the issuance of Dan Certifications to Black Belt holders. She also toured the Kukkiwon Headquarters office currently being established within the PTF Secretariat.A ceremony was held to exchange souvenirs between both organizations, marking the occasion with respect and mutual appreciation. In attendance were notable figures, including Master Khalil Jabran, Korean Master Choi, and Syed Sadaqat Hussain, Executive Member of PTF.This visit further strengthens the ties between Kukkiwon and the Pakistan Taekwondo Federation, reflecting a shared commitment to the promotion of Taekwondo in Pakistan.
FOOTBALL - Int News 20 Oct, 2024
Sports Bulletin ReportRiyadh (Saudi Arabia): The Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) signed a historic new agreement with Unilever’s Rexona to become an official partner of the Saudi Arabia Women’s National Team programme. The new three-year agreement represents the first official partner to the Kingdom’s women’s national programme across all levels, as part of the rapid rise of women’s football in Saudi Arabia.The new agreement sees the Saudi Arabia Women’s National Programme partner with one of women’s football’s biggest supporters, Rexona. As the world’s top deodorant and antiperspirant brand, Rexona and its parent company, Unilever have become a key partner to women’s football across the globe, with key sponsorship roles with FIFA and the Women’s World Cup in recent years.As an extension of Rexona’s international efforts to support the growth of women’s sports, this new chapter is a major milestone for Rexona in becoming an official sponsor for the Saudi Arabian Women’s National Teams, with both partners aiming to break new ground in developing the women’s game nationwide in the Kingdom.Since the launch of the Saudi women’s National Team in 2021, the game has advanced at an exceptional pace, with women’s national teams introduced across various levels and the SAFF Women’s Premier League introduced in 2022 for its first season as a result.This new partnership will support SAFF in continuing to provide opportunities to women and young girls across the Kingdom to participate in the world’s game and advance women’s football in Saudi Arabia.During the official signing ceremony on Sunday, SAFF Head of Women’s Football, Aalia Al Rasheed welcomed Khalil Yassine, Head of Unilever Arabia and Head of Customer Development, to Al Awwal Park in the capital to begin the new multi-year partnership.Aalia AlRasheed, Head of Women's Football Department at SAFF, said: “We are delighted to announce this new partnership for our Women’s National Programme with Rexona and Unilever, a key figure in the global growth of women’s football. We have immense pride of how the women’s game and development of our Saudi Arabia Women’s National Programme has progressed in recent years, and this is the next step in continuing to reach new heights for women’s football and our national team programme in the years to come.”With the continued success of the SAFF Women’s Premier League now in its third season, and the progress of women’s football at grassroots level with over 77,000 female players in the Kingdom’s schools leagues, the new partnership will support in providing new opportunities for girls across Saudi Arabia to get involved in the sport.
SQUASH - National Juniors 20 Oct, 2024
Sports Bulletin ReportKARACHI: Sakhiullah Khan and Shamlan Gul reached the final of the Al Baraka Bank Jahangir Khan Squash Championship after beating their respective opponents here at the Pakistan Navy Roshan Khan Jahangir Khan Squash Complex on Sunday.Sakhiullah of Punjab defeated Kameel Tariq in a one-sided contest in the Under-19 Boys’ semifinal. He finished the match at 11-5, 13-11, and 11-4. In the second semifinal, Shamlan Gul of Punjab outclassed Ibrahim Mohib of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa 3-0. Shamlan emerged victorious with scores of 11-8, 11-7 and 11-8. The final will be played on Monday at the same venue.
Qalandars hold trials to select players for “Player Development Program”
Sports Bulletin ReportLAHORE (PR): Over 12, 000 players participated in the trials aiming to select the upcoming talented cricketers for “Player Development Program” (PDP) at the Qalandars-UOL High-Performance Centre in the University of Lahore, as the selected players will be announced on Monday (tomorrow), and they will have the opportunity to advance their cricketing careers under the guidance of experienced professionals. In an impressive display of talent and determination, over 12,000 aspiring cricketers from diverse backgrounds participated, showcasing their skills in hopes of securing a spot in the shortlisted list for the program. The rigorous trials spanned an extensive day, during which batters, bowlers, and wicketkeepers underwent thorough evaluations to demonstrate their abilities.The trials were overseen by PDP's poster boy, Haris Rauf, along with Lahore Qalandars’ captain, Shaheen Afridi, Fakhar Zaman, and the batch of senior coaching staff. Their involvement not only inspired the participants but also ensured a comprehensive assessment of each player's potential.The event was further distinguished by the presence of Punjab Sports Minister Faisal Ayub Khokhar, who graced the occasion with his support for grassroots cricket development. He shared the stage with Lahore Qalandars Owner and CEO Atif Rana alongside Chairman University of Lahore Awais Raoof.Atif Rana, Owner & CEO of Lahore Qalandars, said: “I am excited to see such a remarkable turnout of young talent. Every time we announce our PDP trials, thousands of aspiring cricketers come together to showcase their skills, which speaks volumes about their trust in our system. Our journey, which began nine years ago, continues to make significant progress, and I am immensely grateful to all stakeholders for their unwavering support. We remain committed to making a meaningful impact, nurturing talent, and inspiring these young players to dream big alongside us. Through sports, we shape communities and create tomorrow's champions, both on and off the field.”Faisal Ayub Khokhar, Punjab Sports Minister said: “The energy and passion displayed by these players are truly unparalleled. These young kids come here with the dream of one day representing Pakistan. Witnessing this extensive program function successfully, I see a perfect alignment between discovering talent and providing opportunities. This synergy is crucial, particularly with prominent organizations like Lahore Qalandars and the University of Lahore stepping up to fulfill their roles. Together, they are transforming raw talent into stars for our nation. The collaboration between the University and Lahore Qalandars ensures that students can achieve their academic aspirations while also building a bright future in sports.”
Aitchison College Junior Championship: Talha, Bismel win titles
Sports Bulletin ReportLAHORE: Abubakar Talha and Bismel Zia clinched the boys and girls U-18 titles at the Aitchison College Junior Tennis Championship 2024 at Aitchison College, Mall Road, Lahore. In the Boys U-18 final, Abu Bakar Talha, student of Federal Government Educational Institutions (FGEI) and sponsored player of SA Gardens, clinched the double crowns in the prestigious event as he first won the U-18 singles title and then doubled it by winning the U-18 doubles title. In the boys U-18 singles final, Abubakar overpowered Asad Zaman 6-2, 6-3 to secure the championship title. Abubakar later teamed up with Haider Ali Rizwan in the boys U-18 doubles final, where they dominated Kashan Tariq and Yafat Nadeem with a convincing 6-2, 6-2 title win. On the girls’ side, Bismel Zia, being sponsored by Ali Embroidery Mills and coached and mentored by renowned coach Rashid Malik, delivered a stellar performance in the girls U-18 final, defeating Romaisa Malik 6-2, 6-3. She thanked Ali Embroidery Mills CEO Tariq Zaman for his generous support and also expressed her gratitude to her coach and mentor Rashid Malik for his able guidance and training that helped her excel at the national tennis circuit. Bismel Zia’s attempt at a double victory was thwarted in the girls U-14 final, where Hajra Rana claimed the title with a 4-2, 4-2 win. Hajra then dominated Khadija Khalil 4-1, 4-0 in the girls U-12 final to double her crowns. Other notable results included Hassan Usmani's victory over Umer Jawad, a promising student of Beaconhouse School Defence Campus. In the boys U-14 final, securing a 6-0, 6-2 win. In the boys U-12 final, Rashid Ali Bachani edged past Mohammad Muaz in two closely contested sets, winning the title by 5-4, 5-4. The doubles finals saw Mohammad Muaz and Mohammad Ayan triumph in the boys/girls U-12 category, defeating Rashid Ali Bachani and Mohammad Ibraheem Hussain Gill 4-0, 5-4. In the boys U-16 (Punjab Ranking) final, Abdul Basit won against Amir Mazari 6-2. In the boys/girls U-10 (Punjab Ranking) final, Muhammad Ayan edged out Mohammad Ibraheem Hussain Gill 7-5. Omer Zaman of Aitchison College Lahore was the chief guest for the event, congratulating the young athletes on their performances and encouraging them to continue pursuing their passion for tennis.PLTA Senior Executive Vice President Rashid Malik thanked Aitchison College Principal SM Turab Hussain and management for sponsoring this event and hoped that they will continue to support sports, especially tennis in Pakistan.
SPORTS NEWS - National 20 Oct, 2024
Sports Bulletin ReportISLAMABAD: A three-day girls’ sports carnival 2024 concluded on Sunday here at Pakistan Sports Complex, as the event was organized by the Federal Ministry of Education and Vocational Training, Federal Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education Islamabad, and Federal Directorate of Education Islamabad. Army Public School Hamayon Road Rawalpindi earned the top position with three gold medals, as they won football, basketball, and table tennis events after showing impressive performance.On this occasion, the Ambassador of Austria to Pakistan, Andrea Wieck, visited all the stalls in the carnival and appreciated all efforts. Parliamentary Secretary Farah Naz Akbar, Army Public School System Rawalpindi Brigadier Dr. Mohammad Naveed, Federal Board, and Federal Directorate Directors were present on this occasion.Federal Secretary for Education Mohiuddin Ahmed Wani thanked all the participants from the core of the heart and said that he was very happy to see such a large crowd and a successful festival organized for women.In the end, he disbursed cash prizes, medals, and certificates to the sports teams from all the provinces of Pakistan, and congratulated the winning teams.
POLO - Local News 20 Oct, 2024
Sports Bulletin Report LAHORE: Lahore: Master Paints clinched the Pink Polo Cup 2024 title after defeating Diamond Paints 7-5 in an exciting final match held at Jinnah Polo Fields, Lahore. A large crowd of spectators gathered to witness the thrilling finale. The event's guest of honor was DG Rangers Punjab, Major General Muhammad Atif bin Akram. Also, in attendance were Major (R) Ali Taimoor, the club’s Secretary, polo players and numerous families enjoying the event. Before the final, a girls' exhibition match was held, followed by the inauguration of Pakistan's first major animal hospital, Round Lake Hospital. Additionally, thrilling tent-pegging competitions also took place. In the finale of the prestigious event, Master Paints emerged victorious after a closely fought contest. Amirreza Behboudi led the scoring for Master Paints with four goals, while Sufi Muhammad Haroon and Maria Candelaria added two and one goals, respectively. For Diamond Paints, Jalal Arslan scored three goals, and Mir Huzaifa Ahmed contributed two. Earlier in the subsidiary final, Sheikhoo Steel defeated Newage Cable by 5-4. From Sheikhoo Steel, Agha Musa played superb polo and thrashed in three goals while Sally Cactus and Osman Aziz Anwar converted one goal each. For Newage Cables, Omer Asjad Malhi struck two goals while Adnan Jalil Azam and Alman Jalil Azam scored one goal each.
U19 Women: Challengers, Conquerors post wins in T20 Tournament
Sports Bulletin ReportLAHORE: Aleesa Mukhtiar’s three-fer helped Challengers beat Invincibles by 28 runs, while Conquerors’ Komal Khan 97 helped her side to a 98-run win over Stars in the fourth round matches of the U19 Women’s T20 Tournament 2024 at the LCCA Ground in Lahore on Sunday afternoon.Today’s win has kept Challengers and Conquerors’ 100 per cent win record in the tournament after their third outings. Batting first, Challengers scored 96 for five in 20 overs. Esha Tir Razia top-scored for the side with a 25-ball 20, which included three boundaries.In turn, Invincibles were bundled out for 68 in 18.3 overs. Left-arm spinner Aleesa was the most successful bowler, taking three wickets for 13 runs. Aqsa Bibi and Hadia Mina bagged two wickets apiece.In the match between Conquerors and Stars, the former after opting to bat first scored 168 for six in their 20 overs. Komal Khan, coming to bat at number three, scored 97 off 59 balls, hitting 16 fours and two sixes. For Stars, Mahnoor Zaib and Memoona Khalid bagged two wickets apiece.In the run-chase, Stars managed to score only 70 for the loss of nine wickets in their allotted 20 overs. Fizza Faiz (19, 27b, 2x4s) was the only batter to score in double figures for the losing side. For the winning team, Minahil took three wickets, while Fatima and Samiya grabbed two wickets apiece.Scores in brief (Challengers beat Invincibles by 28 runs):Challengers 96-5, 20 overs (Esha Tir Razia 20)Invincibles 68 all out, 18.3 overs (Wasifa Hussain 14; Aleesa Mukhtiar 3-13, Hadia Mina 2-13, Aqsa Bibi 2-15)Player of the match – Aleesa Mukhtiar (Challengers)Conquerors beat Stars by 98 runsConquerors 168-6, 20 overs (Komal Khan 97, Iqra Salamat 20; Mahnoor Zaib 2-26, Memoona Khalid 2-33)Stars 70-9, 20 overs (Fizza Faiz 19; Minahil Javaid 3-15, Fatima Khan 2-6, Samiya Afsar 2-13)Player of the match – Komal Khan (Conquerors).
Master Paints defeat FG/Din Polo to reach Pink Polo Cup final
LAHORE (PR): Master Paints and Newage Cables emerging victorious on the fourth day of the Pink Polo Cup 2024 at the Jinnah Polo Fields Lahore on Friday.The exciting matches of the Pink Polo Cup 2024, continue at Jinnah Polo Fields, were witnessed and enjoyed by a good number of polo players, their families and polo lovers as well as Jinnah Polo Fields’ Secretary Major (Retd) Ali Taimoor.In the first match of the day, Master Paints defeated FG/Din Polo with a thrilling 9-7 victory. Iranian player Amirreza Behboudi scored all the nine goals for Master Paints, securing his team's spot in the main final. As a result, Master Paints will face Diamond Paints in the main final on Sunday. From the losing team, Raja Mikael Sami scored four goals, while Shaikh Muhammad Rafay, Shaikh Muhammad Farhad, and Sahar Yaqoubi scored one goal each.The second match of the day saw Newage Cables qualify for the subsidiary final after defeating Rijas Polo with a score of 5-2. For Newage Cables, brothers Alman Jalil Azam and Adnan Jalil Azam played excellent polo and banged in a brace each while Omer Asjad Malhi contributed one goal. For Rijas, both the goals were converted by Mumtaz Abbas Khan Niazi.
MARTIAL ARTS - Taekwondo 17 Oct, 2024
Sports Bulletin ReportTangerang (Indonesia): Pakistani athletes after showing sparking performance in the 6th Asian Open (Kyorugi) Taekwondo Championship in Indonesia 2024 and claimed top position, as Pakistan team lifted 3 gold, 3 Silver, and 2 bronze medals in the regional martial art fixture at Tangerand, Indoneia on Thursday. Kazakhstan got 2nd while Malaysia remained on 3rd place.Pakistan also best team award, best athlete award (Shahzaib Khan), and best coach award (Yousef Karami). Lt Col (Retd) Raja Wasim Ahmed President, Omar Saeed, CEO and Kooboong Kim, Patron-in-Chief of Pakistan Taekwondo Federation congratulated team members and officials for the outstanding performance.Medals Winners Details:Shahzaib ( -54 KG ), Gold MedalHaroon Khan (-58 KG), Gold Gold MedalAbubakar (-58 KG), Silver Gold MedalIkhtasham UL Haq ( -87 KG), Silver Gold MedalHamza Omer Saeed ( +87 KG), Silver Gold MedalMazhar Abbas (-80 KG), Bronze Gold MedalManisha - (+73 KG), Gold MedalMaliha Ali (-73 KG), Bronze MedalNoman Khan (-63KG), Lost Qtr FinalsSaud Khan (-63 KG), Lost Qtr FinalsMohammad Arbaz Khan (-68 KG), Lost Qtr FinalNoor Rahman (-54 KG), Lost pre Qtr Final.
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