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Asian Juniors’ Individual Championship: semifinals’ line completes
Hamza Khan, and Mohammad Ammad qualify for U19 semifinals, Abdullah, and Nauman shine in U15Abdul Jabbar FaisalISLAMABAD: Duo of Pakistani players, Hamza Khan, and Mohammad Ammad moved into the semifinals of Under-19 competition of the 31st Asian Junior Individual Squash Championship 2024 after thrashing their respective challengers at Mushaf Squash Complex Islamabad on Thursday. Rising squash lad, and grandson of former World Champion Qamar Zaman, Abdullah Zaman ousted Shiv Kaul in straight games 3-0 in U15 quarterfinal. All semifinals will be played on Friday at the same venue. Results (Quarterfinals):Boys’ U-13:Mohammad Iffat Zulkifli (MAS) beat Faizan Ali (Pak) 12-10, 13-11, 9-11, 11-6Sohail Adnan (Pak) beat Jackrish Kumar (SIN) 11-0, 11-7, 11-3Julius Tan (MAS) beat Mamoon Khan 11-9, 11-3, 5-11, 11-9Huzaifa Shahid (Pak) beat Mohammad Fawad Khan (Pak) 11-6, 11-3, 9-4 (Retd) Boys’ U-15: Mohammad Raziq (MAS) beat Sim Yeak Wei (MAS) 11-6, 11-4, 7-11, 11-9Abdullah Zaman (Pak) beat Shiv Kaul (SIN) 11-8, 11-8, 11-8Nouman Khan (Pak) beat Simerver Singh (MAS) 11-1, 11-7, 11-8Shiven Agarwal (IND) beat Abdul Ahad Butt (Pak) 11-4, 11-7, 11-5Boys’ U-17:Abdullah Nawaz (Pak) beat Yusha Nafees (IND) 11-1, 11-7, 11-2Altamis Aqhar (MAS) beat Shu Takahashi (JAP) 11-9, 6-11, 11-7, 11-9Nikhelswar (MAS) beat Aqil Mirza (MAS) 13-11, 1-11, 11-7, 7-11, 11-6Azaan Ali (Pak) beat Yahya Asad (Pak) 11-7, 11-7, 11-4Boys’ U-19:Hamza Khan (Pak) beat Anas Ali Shah (Pak) 11-8, 11-8, 11-4Mohammad Ammad (Pak) beat Tam Tsz Shing (HKG) 11-8, 11-2, 11-9Harith Danial (MAS) beat Azan Khalil (Pak) 11-3, 11-3, 11-5Jooyoung NA (KOR) beat Law Arthur Pak Ki (HKG) 11-3, 5-11, 13-11, 11-9Girls’ U-13:Aadya Budhia (IND) beat Mahnoor Ali (Pak) 11-4, 11-8, 6-11, 11-6Maisarah Mohd (MAS) beat Lee Ka Man (HKG) 11-9, 11-6, 4-11, 11-6Goushika (IND) beat Makaela Lin (HKG) 11-8, 11-9, 11-8Chiu Hau (HKG) beat Yu Hiu Ching (HKG) 11-8, 11-6, 5-11, 11-3Girls’ U-15:Harleein Tan (MAS) beat Anika Dubey (IND) 11-2, 11-5, 11-5Yek Rui Jean (MAS) beat Tang Lok Yin (HKG) 8-11, 11-7, 11-7, 11-8Ooi Wen Min (MAS) beat Jayna Lim (SIN) 11-7, 11-8, 11-6Lo Pui Yin Chloe (HKG) beat Diva Shah (IND) 11-6, 11-6, 11-9Girls’ U-17:Enna Wong (HKG) beat Chung Yee Ling (HKG) 11-3, 11-2, 11-3Doyce Lee (MAS) beat Unnathi Tripathi (IND) 11-3, 11-1, 11-6Tang Helen (HKG) beat Najwa Zara (MAS) 11-4, 11-6, 11-7Whitney Isabelle (MAS) beat Cheeung Tsz (HKG) 10-12, 11-3, 11-8, 1-11, 11-9. Girls’ U-19:Thanussa Uthrian (MAS) beat Anrie Goh (MAS) 11-7, 9-11, 11-3, 11-3Leung Ka (HKG) beat Valerie Kaitlyn (HKG) 11-4, 11-6, 11-9Akari Midorikawa (JPN) beat Nirupama Dubey (IND) 11-7, 11-9, 6-11, 9-11, 11-5Goh Zhe (MAS) beat Au Ling Yu (HKG) 11-7, 11-4, 11-0.
Australia prevail in Oceania to complete FIH Indoor Hockey World Cup
Sports Bulletin ReportLausanne (Switzerland): The 2024 Oceania Indoor World Cup Qualifiers came to an end with Australia men and women claiming the title, as both teams secured their spots at the upcoming FIH Indoor Hockey World Cup 2025, which will be played in Poreč, Croatia from 3-9 February 2025. With Australia's qualification, all 12 men's and women's qualification spots for the upcoming World Cup have been filled! In the men’s tournament, Australia came fast out of the gates in the first two contests. They took a 3 goal lead in the first half of the first game and scored 4 unanswered goals to start the second game. Although New Zealand battled back in both encounters, Australia won the games 5-3 and 4-2 to secure 6 out of the 9 available points to seal their qualification to the FIH Indoor Hockey World Cup Croatia 2025. New Zealand won the third and final match 3-2, which showed how evenly matched the two teams were, but the three points they earned from it were merely consolation. In the women’s tournament, the opening game was a tense affair with both defences holding strong for much of the match. After three goalless quarters, Australia finally broke the deadlock in the 34th minute through a Kelsey Hughes goal and held on to that slender lead till the final whistle to take all three points. The second match was a much more entertaining affair as Australia scored early and held the lead twice but New Zealand bounced back both times to draw the match 3-3, and split the points, setting up a crucial final match to decide the World Cup qualification. New Zealand twice took the lead in the final game but Australia mounted comebacks both times and the third game ended with an identical scoreline to the second, with teams finishing tied at 3-3. Australia finished the event with 5 points while New Zealand settled for second place with 2 points, making it a double delight for Australia in qualifying for the upcoming FIH Indoor Hockey World Cup 2025. In the men’s tournament the teams competing for the title will be Croatia (hosts), Austria, Belgium, Germany and Poland (Europe), Argentina and Trinidad and Tobago (Pan America), Iran and Malaysia (Asia), Namibia and South Africa (Africa) and Australia (Oceania). In the women’s tournament challenging for the title will be Croatia (hosts), Austria, Belgium, Czechia, Germany, Poland and Spain (Europe), USA (Pan America), Thailand (Asia), Namibia and South Africa (Africa) and Australia (Oceania).
Dean and Beaumont shine in England Women's win over New Zealand
Sports Bulletin ReportLondon (UK): England Women opened their Metro Bank ODI series against New Zealand with a nine wicket victory at Seat Unique Riverside, Durham.The tourist’s won the toss and elected to bat. England spinner Charlie Dean took four wickets as New Zealand finished on 157 all out. The White Ferns were 56 for 1 following the powerplay but were undone by England’s spin attack.Sophie Ecclestone dismissed the dangerous Amelia Kerr and captain Sophie Devine before Nat Sciver-Brunt bowled Maddy Green lbw. Brooke Halliday impressed with the bat, scoring 51 before being caught by Heather Knight off Sarah Glenn before Dean’s four wickets saw New Zealand all out inside 33.3 overs.Tammy Beaumont and Maia Bouchier opened the batting for England and both shone hitting 24 boundaries between them. Beaumont finished with 76 not out and Bouchier 67 with captain Knight completing the innings.Women’s One-Day International Series v New Zealand Women26 June: 1st Women’s One-Day International – Seat Unique Riverside, Chester-le-Street – England won by nine wickets30 June: 2nd Women’s One-Day International – New Road, Worcester3 July: 3rd Women’s One-Day International – Seat Unique Stadium, Bristol
WCL Goes Super Big in Broadcasting in India
ISLAMABAD (PR): The World Championship of Legends (WCL), featuring iconic cricket players from around the globe, is thrilled to announce its official broadcasting partners for various regions worldwide. This partnership ensures that cricket enthusiasts across different continents can experience the tournament live on Star Sports (India), Willow by Cricbuzz (North America), Cricbuzz (MENA Region), Super Sports (Sub-Saharan Africa0, TNT Sports (United Kingdom), Fox Sports (Australia), and Sports MAX (Caribbean: Sports MAX).The WCL, approved by the England & Wales Cricket Board (ECB) and presented by India’s second largest travel company EaseMyTrip, will take place from July 3rd to July 13th at Edgbaston and Northamptonshire County Cricket Club in the UK. It brings together legendary players for an unforgettable series of matches.Harshit Tomar, owner of the World Championship of Legends, stated: “We are excited to provide fans with the chance to see cricket legends in action once again. With our global broadcasting partners, we can reach a wide audience and celebrate the spirit of cricket worldwide. Partnering with Star Sports & Fancode will bring WCL to a broad audience in India, ensuring top-notch coverage of this historic event.”The WCL will feature teams from India, Australia, West Indies, England, Pakistan, and South Africa. The tournament includes cricket legends such as:* India Champions: Yuvraj Singh, Harbhajan Singh, Suresh Raina* Australia Champions: Brett Lee, Aaron Finch, Shaun Marsh, Ben Cutting* West Indies Champions: Chris Gayle, Daren Sammy, Dwayne Smith* England Champions: Kevin Pietersen, Ian Bell, Ravi Bopara, Samit Patel* Pakistan Champions: Shahid Afridi, Shoaib Malik, Younis Khan* South Africa Champions: Jacques Kallis, JP Duminy, Dale Steyn.
Asian Junior Individual Squash Championship 2024
Mohammad Ammad, Abdullah Nawaz, Faizan Ali, Fawad, Mamoon, Khan claim victoriesAbdul Jabbar FaisalISLAMABAD: Pakistani squash players, Mohammad Ammad, Abdullah Nawaz, Faizan Ali, Fawad, Mamoon Khan, and Huzaifa Shahid registered victories in the 31st Asian Junior Individual Squash Championship, 2024 after beating their respective rivals in different age categories here at Mushaf Squash Complex on Wednesday.Results (Day-2):Boys’ U-13: Faizan Ali (Pak) beat Wong Ho Kiu (HKG) 15-13, 2-11, 11-9, 8-11, 12-10: Fawad Khan (Pak) beat Vidhurran Ruthiran (MAS) 11-9, 5-11, 9-11, 13-11, 11-8: Mohammad Iffat Zulkifli (MAS) beat Minki Kim (KOR) 11-6, 13-11, 11-4: Mamoon Khan (Pak) beat Wayne Issac (MAS) 11-4, 11-4, 11-4. Huzaifa Shahid beat Dhruv Bopana 11-9, 11-9, 11-4.Boys’ U-15: Mohammad Raziq (MAS) beat Rehan Alamgir (Pak) 11-5, 11-3, 11-7: Shiven Agarwal (IND) beat Rayyan Bahadur (Pak) 11-9, 11-1, 11-5: Sim Yeak Wei (MAS) beat Ahmed Rayyan Khalil (Pak) 7-11, 9-11, 11-8, 11-9, 11-7: Shiv Kaul (SPR) beat Weung Tsung (HKG) 11-7, 4-11, 8-11, 11-4, 11-9.Boys’ U-17: Abdullah Nawaz (Pak) beat Young Wook Lee (KOR) 11-5, 11-6, 11-2: Nikhelswar (MAS) beat Lee Ka Hoe (MAC) 11-2, 11-2, 11-4: Yahya Asad (Pak) beat Cheng Ting (HKG) 8-11, 11-6, 11-6, 11-7: Azaan Ali (Pak) beat Renshi Makino (JAP) 6-11, 12-10, 11-9, 11-7. Boys’ U-19: Yusha Nafees (IND) beat Mohammad Saleh Akhani (IRI) 11-7, 11-5, 11-6: Jooyoung NA (KOR) beat Abdullah Nadeem (Pak) 11-3, 11-1, 11-2: Mohammad Ammad (Pak) beat Low Wa Sern (MAS) 11-5, 8-11, 4-11, 11-8, 11-6, Harith Danial (MAS) beat Usman Butt (Pak) 11-2, 11-4, 11-4.Girls’ U-13: Aadya Budhia (IND) beat Sadia Zhoor (Pak) 11-2, 11-6, 11-1, Lee Ka Man (HKG) beat Chanumi Nimthara (SRI) 11-9, 11-4, 11-6, Maisarah Mohd (MAS) beat Jacintha (SPR) 11-9, 11-6, 8-11, 11-8, Goushika (IND) beat Maliha Shah (Pak) 11-3, 11-3, 11-3.Girls’ U-15: Harleein Tan (MAS) beat Disenundri (SRI) 11-1, 11-3, 11-0, Lo Pui Yin (HKG) beat Ifra Shasmin (SRI) 11-0, 11-4, 11-7, Anika Dubey (IND) beat Wong Suit (HKG) 11-5, 11-1, 11-4, Yek Rue (MAS) beat Sithumi Rohansa (SRI) 11-2, 11-7, 11-9.Girls’ U-17: Enna Wong (HKG) beat Dinuli Dimandi (SRI) 11-2, 11-2, 11-2, Cheung Zhe (HKG) beat Adhita Charani (SRI) 11-3, 11-1, 11-2. Girls’ U-19: Goh Zhe (MAS) beat Sana Bahadur (Pak) 11-6, 11-2, 11-6: Leung Ka (HKG) beat Sahar Noor (Pak) 11-1, 11-1, 11-1.
HOCKEY - FIH Pro League 26 Jun, 2024
Sports Bulletin ReportLausanne (Switzerland): The Netherlands men came from a goal down to beat Belgium and so keep their FIH Hockey Pro League title hopes alive. Australia currently top the standings but the Dutch can still overtake them with victory in their remaining two matches.(Women’s) Belgium beat Great Britain (2-1): Belgium lacked their usual intensity after a memorable victory over the Netherlands just 20 hours earlier, but still managed to grind out a 2-1 win over Great Britain. The Red Panthers went ahead in the 80th second of an action-packed first quarter when Ambre Ballenghien reacted fastest to a scrappy ball in front of goal.Charlotte Watson hit back with a penalty stroke for GB after their PC struck Stephanie Vanden Borre’s foot on the line. It was then Vanessa Blockmans who slapped the Belgians back in front from a penalty corner in the 9th minute, and only an excellent reflex save from Jessica Buchanan denied them a third after GB were dispossessed outside their own circle. There were fewer opportunities in the second quarter with both teams missing from penalty corners, but GB enjoyed repeated success in disrupting the Belgians with a high press.The British side earned a penalty corner early in the third quarter and it took a triple save from Elodie Picard to keep it out. They held a slight advantage through the rest of the period, but struggled in the final third of the pitch and never really threatened the circle.Charlotte Englebert fired a great opportunity for Belgium over the crossbar in the fourth quarter before GB created some real chances, mishitting a shot from the top of the circle, and having a penalty corner saved before hitting the crossbar from the rebound and then pushing the third shot wide. GB substituted their goalkeeper with just under five minutes left on the clock, but they still couldn’t find a goal. The Red Panthers also missed one golden opportunity, failing to control the ball behind the GB defence with an empty goal beckoning, but they had done enough to clinch the win.(Men’s) Netherlands beat Belgium (3-1): The Netherlands kept their ambitions of winning a third straight title alive with a heated 3-1 win over Belgium. Good defence from both teams meant that there was little opportunity in the first half. But Belgium scored a well-worked goal in the 18th minute, breaking out of defence quickly and finding Tom Boon for a difficult shot near the p-spot.The second half served up expansive hockey from both teams. The Dutch created three excellent opportunities in the first five minutes, and tempers ran high when a shot after the whistle struck a Belgian defender. The Red Lions counterattacked to earn two penalty corners, but the Dutch runners blocked both.Jip Janssen eventually equalised for the Netherlands with a 41st-minute drag flick, and the quarter ended just after Tijmen Reyenga cannoned the Dutch ahead with 10 seconds left on the clock. The Netherlands carried their momentum into the final quarter and Joep de Mol sealed the result with a brilliant individual goal, carrying the ball from his own half and unleashing a sizzling strike from the top of the circle. Belgium substituted their goalkeeper in the dying minutes, but they couldn’t find another goal.
SPORTS NEWS - Int News 26 Jun, 2024
Sports Bulletin RepoportThiruvananthapuram, Kerala (India): Dr. Rajmohan Pillai, and Sh. Sushil Malik will serve as the President, and Vice President respectively of the The Sports Climbing Federation of India (SCFI), as the SCFI has recently announced appointment of boths at the election, held at the Trivandrum Tennis Club.Heralding a new era for sports climbing in India, the gathering which was led by General Secretary Col. SP Malik, emphasized the importance of scientific athlete development while applauding the recent successes of young climbers. In order to improve athletes’ performance and overall health this development will incorporate a thorough strategy that will address nutritional psychological and physical levels. This development will also include a comprehensive approach covering physical, psychological, and nutritional aspects to enhance the performance and well-being of athletes.Addressing responsibilities that will come in advancing climbing to be considered on a broader level within sporting community, Sh. Sushil Malik stated, “High Performance is crucial for athletes as an athlete’s physiology is most tested when he climbs altitude. It is imperative that we begin to assist more athletes who are testing the limits of today’s climbing challenge with advanced recovery and guidance.”Sh. Sushil Malik acting Vice President, with his extensive international experience and dedication to promoting young talent, is expected to bring significant contributions to the SCFI. He has been instrumental in nurturing athletes at the grassroots level, particularly in the state of Haryana, where he has been actively involved in the boxing circuit. His efforts have led to the development of numerous young athletes who have excelled in their respective sports. As an entrepreneur passionate about promoting budding talent, Sh. Malik's leadership is anticipated to have a positive impact on the sport of climbing in India.Dr Rajmohan Pillai acting president in consideration of promoting climbing as an important sport shares, “We can see that Indian interest in climbing as a sport is growing today. The ecosystem must be more sustainable which means we must give our talents more sophisticated support so they can be well-prepared for their mission to thrive.”Dr. Rajmohan Pillai, with his extensive experience and leadership in the Beta Group, as the head of the body is expected to bring valuable insights and strategic direction to the SCFI and take it to new heights.The SCFI is committed to nurturing talent and promoting the sport of climbing across India. With the new leadership at the helm, the Federation is poised to elevate the standards of training and competition, ensuring that Indian climbers can excel on the global stage. Sh. Sushil Malik's dedication and vision are particularly celebrated, as his contributions are expected to drive the Federation's mission forward in a positive and dynamic direction.
Women’s training camp for Asia Cup commences in Karachi
Sports Bulletin ReportKARACHI: A four-day training camp of the Pakistan women’s cricket team for next month’s ACC Women’s T20 Asia Cup 2024 started here at the Hanif Mohammad High Performance Centre in Karachi on Wednesday morning. Twenty-eight (28) cricketers have been invited for the camp by the women’s national selection committee, which will be onsite to assess and evaluate players’ performances before announcing the squad for the Dambulla, Sri Lanka, event.The players will also undergo practice sessions at the High-Performance Centre on Friday, while they will play T20 practice games at the Moin Khan Academy on Thursday and Saturday. The camp will be supervised by Abdur Rehman and Hanif Malik.Meanwhile, the PCB has confirmed the team management for the ACC Women’s Asia Cup 2024. Muhammad Wasim will be the head coach, while former Test bowlers Abdur Rehman and Junaid Khan will be the spin bowling and assistant coaches, respectively. The eight-team ACC Women’s T20 Asia Cup will be played in Dambulla, Sri Lanka from 19 to 28 July. In the T20I tournament, Pakistan are placed in Group ‘A’ along with India, Nepal and UAE. Pakistan will take on arch-rivals India on the opening day of the tournament, while matches against Nepal and UAE will be played on 21 and 23 July, respectively. Names of players: Aliya Riaz, Anoosha Nasir, Ayesha Zafar, Diana Baig, Dua Majid, Eyman Fatima, Fatima Sana, Gull Feroza, Humna Bilal, Iram Javed, Maham Manzoor, Muneeba Ali, Najiha Alvi, Nashra Sundhu, Natalia Parvaiz, Nida Dar, Omaima Sohail, Quratulain, Rameen Shamim, Sadaf Shamas, Sadia Iqbal, Sidra Amin, Syeda Aroob Shah, Tasmia Rubab, Tuba Hassan, Yusra Amir, Umm-e-Hani and Waheeda AkhtarPlayers’ Support Personnel: Hina Munawar (manager), Muhammad Wasim (head coach), Abdur Rehman (spin bowling coach), Junaid Khan (assistant coach), Hanif Malik (fielding coach), Rabia Siddiq (physiotherapist), strength and conditioning coach (tbc) and Waleed Ahmed (analyst)
Match Officials named for ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Semifinals
Sports Bulletin ReportDubai (UAE): Richard Illingworth and Nitin Menon will be on the on-field umpires when Afghanistan make history by playing in their first ICC Men’s T20 World Cup semi-final.An eight-run win against Bangladesh, via DLS, secured safe passage from the Super 8s at Australia’s expense. They will play South Africa in Trinidad on Wednesday June 26, with a place in Saturday’s final on the line. South Africa are looking to secure a maiden ICC Men’s T20 World Cup final appearance. Richard Kettleborough will be the TV Umpire, with Ahsan Raza in place as Fourth Umpire.In the second match, Chris Gaffaney and Rodney Tucker will be in the middle as India and England meet for the second tournament running in the semi-finals. Reigning champions England booked their place in the final four with a 10-wicket win against co-hosts USA, while India put the finishing touches to a perfect Super 8s stage with a 24-run win over Australia. Joel Wilson will be the TV Umpire for a re-run of the 2022 semi-final, which saw England come out on top, with Paul Reiffel in place as the fourth umpire in Guyana on 27 June.Semi-finals – Match Official appointmentsJune 26: South Africa v Afghanistan (Trinidad)Referee: Richie RichardsonOn-field Umpires: Richard Illingworth and Nitin MenonTV Umpire: Richard KettleboroughFourth Umpire: Ahsan RazaJune 27: India v England (Guyana)Referee: Jeffrey CroweOn-field Umpires: Chris Gaffaney and Rodney TuckerTV Umpire: Joel WilsonFourth Umpire: Paul Reiffel
SPORTS NEWS - Netball 25 Jun, 2024
Sports Bulletin ReportISLAMABAD: The president, Pakistan Netball Federation (PNF), Mudassir Arain on Tuesday announced that the National Inter-provincial Netball Championship 2024 would roll into action on June 26 (Wednesday at Liaquat Gymnasium, Islamabad.He further said: “All arrangements of the championship have been completed and seven team each of men and women from across the country are participating in the championship, including Punjab, Balochistan, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Islamabad, Azad Jammu Kashmir and Gilgit Baltistan. Punjab and Sindh will defend their men's and women's title respectively.”“In the first round of men's event, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa will face Gilgit-Baltistan in the first match. Balochistan and Azad Jammu Kashmir teams will meet in the second match and the third match will be played between Islamabad and Sindh. In the first round of women's competitions, Azad Jammu Kashmir and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa will meet in the first match. The second match will be played between Balochistan and Gilgit-Baltistan. In the third match, Islamabad and Punjab will meet, while the defending Sindh team has received a bye.”he concluded.
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