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CAS Squash: Nasir Iqbal, Mohammad Ashab, Noor Zaman qualify for semifinals
Sports Bulletin ReportISLAMABAD: Besides top seed Ibrahim Elkabbani, trio Pakistani players Nasir Iqbal, Mohammad Ashab Irfan, and second seeded Noor Zaman Khan have confirmed their berths in the semifinals of the CAS International Squash Championship 2024 after beating their challengers in quarterfinals here at Mushaf Squash Complex on Wednesday. The semifinals will be played on Thursday at the same venue.Results (Quarterfinals):Ibrahim Elkabbani (EGY) beat Darren Pragasam (MAS) 17-15, 11-6, 11-5 (29 min)Nasir Iqbal (PAK) beat Seif El Shenawy (EGY) 10-12, 11-4, 11-4, 11-5 (35 min)Mohammad Ashab Irfan (PAK) beat Rowan Damming (NED) 10-12, 11-2, 11-9, 11-5 (48 min)Noor Zaman Khan (PAK) beat Perry Malik (ENG) 14-12, 5-11, 11-7, 10-12, 11-7 (54 min)Semi Finals Schedule (21 November, 2024)Match no 1: 1400 Hrs Ibrahim Elkabbani (EGY) Vs Nasir Iqbal (PAK) Match no 2: 1500 Hrs Noor Zaman (PAK) Vs Mohammad Ashab Irfan (PAK)
TENNIS - ITF Juniors 20 Nov, 2024
Sports Bulletin ReportISLAMABAD: Top seed Ahmad Nael Qureshi outclassed compatriot Asad Zaman in straight sets 2-0 in the ITF Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL)-Syed Dilawar Abbas World Junior Tennis Championship Leg-2 here at Pakistan Tennis Federation (PTF) Tennis Complex on Wednesday.Results:Boys’ Singles (Pre-Quarterfinals):Ahmad Nael Qureshi (PAK) beat Asad Zaman (PAK) 6-1, 6-2Sion J (KOR) beat Aahil Kaleel (SRI) 6-2, 6-2Xiuyuan Guo (CHN) beat Mohammad Salar Khan (PAK) 6-1, 4-6, 6-2Mohammad Talha Khan (PAK) beat Patham Laosakulporn (THA) 7-5, 6-2Bilal Asim (PAK) beat Yeonmu Jung (KOR) 6-4, 6-2Minwoo KIM (KOR) beat Mohammad Haider All Rizwan (PAK) 6-1, 7-5Abubakar Talha (PAK) beat Ho Jun Park (KOR) 6-4, 3-6, 7-5Girls’ Singles (Pre-Quarterfinals):Hinata WADA (JPN) beat hayoon KIM (KOR) 6-4, 6-7 (4), 6-3Karolina LIGAI (KAZ) beat Haruhi KATSUBE (JPN) 6-2, 6-2Youngchae OH (KOR) beat Pudit PHAPATSIRIKUL (THA) 6-4, 6-4Elizaveta PRIVALOVA beat Gehansa Methnadi LAMAPPULAGE DON (SRI) 6-, 6-2Yeon Joo CHA (KOR) beat PAWEENON NUALSRI (THA) 7-5, 6-3Girls’ Doubles (Quarterfinals):A Hyun (KOR) / Chaeria LEE (KOR) beat Tanisha KANTAM (SGP)/ Leyla-Esther KNESE (GER) 6-1, 6-4Dinara DE SILVA (SRI) / Phitchayapak (THA) beat Jn A HONG (KOR)/ Chaewon MOON (KOR) 6-2, 6-4.
IV-Day Match: Pakistan A score 212 for 5 at stumps on day 2
Sports Bulletin ReportRAWALPINDI: Pakistan Shaheens were 212 for five at stumps on the second day of the four-day match against Sri Lanka ‘A’ at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. The visitors had earlier been dismissed for 310 on Tuesday morning.Hussain Talat (18 not out) and Muhammad Ghazi Ghori (5 not out) will resume Pakistan Shaheens’ innings on Wednesday, with the home side trailing by 98 runs.Earlier in the day, Sri Lanka ‘A’ added 17 runs to their overnight score of 293 for eight before being bowled out for 310. Sonal Dinusha, who resumed on 81, remained unbeaten on 85, while Isitha Wijesundara contributed a strokeful 51, which included seven fours and three sixes. Wijesundara had started the morning on 38 before falling to Kashif Ali.Fast bowler Khurram Shahzad, who had taken an impressive six for 30 on Monday before splitting his right-hand webbing during the second session while attempting a catch, did not bowl on Tuesday and has been ruled out of further participation in the match. Ahmed Safi Abdullah finished with figures of two for 100, while Kashif Ali and Ahmed Bashir claimed one wicket each on the second morning.In reply, Pakistan Shaheens saw solid starts from their top-order batters but none could convert them into substantial scores. Abdul Faseeh top-scored with 59 off 108 balls, including seven fours, while Mohammad Suleman made 40, Haider Ali scored 35 and Ali Zaryab contributed 32.The most notable partnership of the innings so far has been between Abdul Faseeh and Ali Zaryab, who added 86 runs for the second wicket off 165 balls. Another key stand came for the fourth wicket when Suleman and Haider put together 54 runs off 96 deliveries. Wanuja Sahan followed up his 63 in the first innings by bagging two wickets for 53 runs.Scores in brief (day 2 of 4):Sri Lanka ‘A’ 310 all-out, 79 overs (Sonal Dinusha 85 not out, Wanuja Sahan 63, Isitha Wijesundara 51, Pavan Rathnayake 35, Ahan Wickramsinghe 30, Dinura Kalupahana 30; Khurram Shahzad 6-30, Ahmed Safi Abdullah 2-100)Pakistan Shaheens 212-5, 71 overs (Abdul Faseeh 59, Mohammad Suleman 40, Haider Ali 35, Ali Zaryab 32; Wanuja Sahan 2-53).
BASKETBALL - Local News 19 Nov, 2024
ISLAMABAD (PR): Dream Team defeated Warriors Club 30-20 in the final to win the Federal Female Club Basketball Tournament at Hamidi Hall, Pakistan Sports Complex, Islamabad on Tuesday. The tournament was organized by “Right to Play” in collaboration with Alliance Française and under the supervision of the Federal Basketball Association.The French Ambassador, Nicolaos Galey, and his wife, Camelia Galey, were the chief guests at the closing ceremony. Also in attendance were Ouj E Zahoor, General Secretary of the Federal Basketball Association, Ali Khayam, Country Director for Right to Play, and other dignitaries.Ambassador’s wife, Camelia Galey, a former professional basketball player in Algeria and France, played an active role in the event. Not only did she kickstart the tournament, but she also offered coaching tips to the participants during the competition.In the final match, Dream Team triumphed over Warriors Club, winning 30-20. Maria Soratgar was a standout player for the winning team, scoring 10 points, while Humna Roohi contributed 8 points. Noor Fatima was the top scorer for Warriors Club, with 10 points.Speaking at the event, French Ambassador Nicolaos Galey said: "This event allows us to promote the spirit of the Paris Olympic and Paralympic Games here in Pakistan. It is essential for us to contribute to the organization of a women’s tournament. Gender equality and the promotion of women’s rights are priorities for French diplomacy. Social equality and inclusion are equally important."A total of eight amateur teams from different areas of Islamabad participated in the tournament, which was held under the theme of "Equal Playing Field."
SQUASH - National Juniors 19 Nov, 2024
Sports Bulletin ReportKARACHI: Mahnoor Ali, Damia Khan, Nimra Batool, and Sehrish Ali advanced into the top-4 stage of Girls’ Under-15 disciplines of the 3rd Khairpur Sugar National Juniors Squash Championship after winning their quarterfinals competitions at Defence Authority Creek Club Karachi on Tuesday. The semifinals will be played on Wednesday at the same venue.Results (Quarterfinals):Boys’ Under 9:Atif Ali Naz (KP) beat Abdul Hadi (PB) (3-0) 11-4, 11-1, 11-3 Aban Khan (SD) beat Mohammad Hasnain (SD) (3-0) 11-0, 11-1, 11-0 Syed Ali Abbas (PB) beat Abdul Wahab Bhatti (SD) (3-0) 11-2, 11-1, 11-4 Mohammad Bin Naseem (SD) beat Ubaidullah (KP) (3-0) 11-1, 11-5, 11-4Boys’ Under 13:Fawad Khan (KP) beat Mustafa Khan (PB) (3-1) 11-3, 12-10, 8-11, 11-2 Danish Sikandar (KP) beat Abdul Rehman (PB) (3-0) 11-1, 11-3, 11-6 Raheel Victor (SD) Ayan Mehboob (PAF) (3-1) 11-5, 11-13, 13-11, 16-14S.M. Husnain (PB) beat Zohaib Khan (KP) (3-0) 11-2, 11-4, 11-9Girls’ Under 15:Mahnoor Ali (KP) beat Habiba Khan (SD) (3-0) 11-2, 11-2, 11-2Damia Khan (SD) beat Aiman Fatima (SD) (3-0) 11-5, 11-5, 11-2Nimra Batool (SD) beat Fajar Noor (PB) (3-0) 11-3, 11-8, 11-9Sehrish Ali (KP) beat Dua Nazakat (SD) (3-0) 11-4, 11-1, 11-2.
TENNIS - ITF Juniors 19 Nov, 2024
Sports Bulletin ReportISLAMABAD: Bilal Asim paring with compatriot Ahmad Nael Qureshi claimed an easy win in the Doubles Event of the ongoing ITF Pakistan PPL-Syed Dilawar Abbas World Junior Tennis Championship Leg-2 after thrashing their opponents in straight sets 2-0 here at PTF Tennis Complex on Tuesday.Earlier, in the opening ceremony, Tariq Mehmood Murtaza Chairman of Islamabad Tennis Association, inaugurated the ITF Pakistan PPL- Syed Dilawar Abbas World Junior Tennis Championships 2024. The ceremony was also attended by Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi President PTF, Col. Zia-ud-Din Tufail Secretary, PTF, Majid Bashir President ITA, Tufail Cheema Secretary ITA, G. Ali Noon, Chief Corporate Services PPL (Sponsor), Mohammad Arif Qureshi Supervisor of International Tennis Federation (ITF) London and other distinguished officials of Islamabad Tennis Association.Results:Boys’ Singles (Round-1): Sion Ji (KOR) beat Yota Nishikora (JPN) 6-4, 6-2; Youngchae Oh (KOR) beat Hamza Roman (PAK) 4-6, 6-4, 7-6 (4); Yeonmu Jung (KOR) beat Mohammed All (CAN) 6-2, 6-3; Abubakar Talah (PAK) beat Andrew Kaavinda Wijemanne (SRI) 6-0,6-3; Minwoo Kim (KOR) beat Teetawat Tavachehongsrl (THA) 6-1, 7-6 (5)Girls’ Singles (Round-2): Dinara De Silva (SRI) beat Chaewon Moon (KOR) 6-2, 6-2; A Hyun 30 (KOR) beat Phitchayapak Srimuk (THA) 6-4, 6-4; Chaerin Lee (KOR) beat Paramee Tadkaew (THA) 4-6, 6-3, 7-5; So Yuna (KOR) beat Palina Huretskaya (RUS) 6-0, 6-1Boys’ Doubles (Round-1): Bilal Asim (PAK) /Ahmad Nael Qureshi (PAK) beat Patham Lacsakulporn (THA)/ Ariyaphol Leekul (THA) 6-2, 6-2; Pudit Phapatsirikul / Teetawat Tavachphongsri (THA) beat Minwoo Kim (KOR)/ Ho Jun Park (KOR) 2-6, 6-4 (12-10); Mohammad Haider Ali Rizwan (PAK)/Abu Bakar Talha (PAK) beat Sion II (KOR)/Yeomu JUNG (KOR) 6-4, 5-7 [10-5); Aahil Kaleel (SRI)/ Louis Eliah Knese (GER) beat Tchegoun Derosa (USA)/ Mohammad Talha Khan (PAK) 6-3, 6-3; Ahtesham Humaun (PAK)/ Hamza Roman (PAK) beat Abdul Basith Cader (SRI)/ Methika (SRI) 6-1, 6-2; Yota Nishikori (JPN)/ Youngchae Oh (KOR) beat Chanapat Psutharnonth (THA)/ Danthal Takong (THA) 6-0, 6-4.
CAS International: 3 Pakistani, 5 foreigners reach in quarterfinals
Nasir Iqbal, Mohammad Ashab, and Noor Zaman register thrilling triumphs in round-2Abdul Jabbar FaisalISLAMABAD: Three Pakistani and five foreign players moved into the quarterfinals of the Chief of Air Staff (CAS) Squash Championship 2024 after winning their round-2 matches, as Nasir Iqbal, Mohammad Ashab Irfan, and Noor Zaman Khan claimed thrilling victories here at Mushaf Squash Complex on Tuesday. The all quarterfinals will be played on Wednesday at the same venue.Nasir Iqbal toiled hard on the court to get-rid-of Yasin Shodhy from Egypt 3-2 in a well contested five games contest. Nasir won first two game easily after conceding 4 and 8 points respectively, however, he was seen bit relax and lost next two games at 8-11, 8-11. In the decisive game, he concentrated on his game and exhibited top quality squash and win the game and 11-7. The final score-line was 11-4, 11-8, 8-11, 8-11, 11-7, as the match lasted 48 minutes.Results (Round-II):Ibrahim Elkabbani (Egy) beat Duncan Lee (Mas) 11-9, 14-12, 13-11 (41 Min)Darren Pragasam (Mas) beat Tayyab Aslam (Pak) 9-11, 11-6, 11-3, 11-6 (30 Min)Seif El Shenawy (Egy) beat Hafiz Zhafri (Mas) 11-9, 11-8, 11-8 (24 Min)Nasir Iqbal (Pak) beat Yasin Shodhy (Egy) 11-4, 11-8, 8-11, 8-11, 11-7 (48 Min)Mohammad Ashab Irfan (Pak) beat (WC) Abdullah Nawaz (Pak) 10-12, 11-8, 11-5, 11-9 (45 Min)Rowan Damming (Ned) beat (WC) Farhan Mehboob (Pak) 11-4, 11-9, 11-9 (27 Min)Perry Malik (Eng) beat Ammar Altamimi (Kuw) 11-7, 11-9, 11-8 (33 Min)Noor Zaman (Pak) beat Hazem Hossam (Egy) 12-10, 11-9, 10-12, 11-9 (38 Min)Wednesday’s Fixtures (Quarterfinals):Ibrahim Elkabbani (Egy) vs Darren Pragsam (Mas) at 12 pmSeif Elshanwy (Egy) vs Nasir Iqbal (Pak) at 1 pmMohammad Ashab Irfan (Pak) vs Rowan Damming (Ned) 2 pmPerry Malik (Eng) vs Noor Zaman (Pak) 3 pm
SPORTS NEWS - School News 19 Nov, 2024
Sports Bulletin ReportDubai (UAE): Cambridge High School Abu Dhabi emerged victorious in the DP World ILT20 Schools Cup 2024, claiming the championship with a thrilling six-run win over Gems Modern Academy, Dubai. The closely contested final at the ICC Academy, marked a fitting highlight for day one of the DP World ILT20 Junior Cricket Festival. Put in first, Cambridge High School Abu Dhabi posted 157/2 in 20 overs. Openers Prithvi Madhu and Yayin Kiran set the tone, scoring half centuries of 65 and 58 runs respectively. In the death overs, Ishaan Sujay Rai contributed a vital knock of 15 runs in just five balls. In response, Gems Modern Academy, Dubai fell short of the target to finish at 151/8 in 20 overs. Aryan Thapar top scored with 47 runs, while Sanjith Ram and Jaidev Gattani also made contributions of 26 and 24 runs respectively. Yayin Kiran Rai was lethal with the ball as well, picking up two wickets for 24 runs. Notably, the innings would see as many as four run outs.
BASKETBALL - Local News 19 Nov, 2024
Sports Bulletin ReportISLAMABAD: Eight teams are participating for the title trophy Federal Female Club Basketball Tournament, which was kicked off on Monday at Hamidi Hall, Pakistan Sports Complex, Islamabad. The event is organized by Right to Play, in collaboration with Alliance Française, under the supervision of the Federal Basketball Association.Federal Secretary for Education Mohiuddin Wani graced the opening ceremony as a chief guest while Fabrice Disdier, representing Alliance Française, was the guest of honour. Ali Khayam, Country Director for Right to Play, and Ouj E Zahoor, General Secretary of the Federal Basketball Association were present on this occasion. The wife of the Ambassador of France, a former international basketball player, and the wife of the Polish Ambassador were special guests in the ceremony.The tournament features eight teams from across Islamabad, showcasing the best female basketball talent in the city. The event aims to promote sportsmanship, provide a competitive platform for players, and highlight the growing interest in women’s sports in the region.“We are delighted to see such incredible talent and dedication from our female athletes,” said Federal Secretary Mohiuddin Wani during his opening remarks. “This tournament is a testament to the potential of women’s sports in Pakistan, and we are committed to supporting initiatives that empower young athletes.bRight to Play and Alliance Française have partnered for this tournament with the goal of fostering greater female participation in sports. Their collaboration with the Federal Basketball Association highlights their shared commitment to creating opportunities for women athletes and providing them with a platform to excel.
Cricket Meets Cradle: Stars Prioritizing Paternity Leave Over Pitch
BIPIN DANIIndian cricket captain Rohit Sharma, who became a father for the second time (his wife delivered a baby-boy) in a local hospital in Mumbai on Friday and may miss the first Test match against Australia in Perth beginning next week. Rohit had communicated to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) that he wishes to stay back with his family and 2nd newborn for a few more days. He is likely to be available for selection for the second Test of the series.This decision by Rohit Sharma has sparked a debate on balancing professional commitments with personal milestones, highlighting the varied perspectives within the cricketing community on leadership and family priorities.Cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar has weighed in on Rohit's decision, suggesting that if he misses the first Test, he should continue to participate as a player for the remainder of the series rather than as captain. Gavaskar proposed that Jasprit Bumrah should take over the captaincy duties for the entire series, emphasizing the need for continuity in leadership.Former India pace bowler, Karsan Ghavri has backed Gavaskar's views. Speaking exclusively, he says, "Better Rohit Sharma takes a break. He will not be able to concentrate and do justice to both the places. National duty comes 1st. On the war field soldiers' mothers/ father, wife/ sister / child pass away, but they don’t run away from war. Gavaskar himself saw his 1st born son Rohan after a month (after the West Indies tour was over in 70s). However, former spinner, Maninder Singh is not ready to buy doesn't buy tyese arguments. "The birth of a child is always an emotional moment in anyone's life and if Rohit wanted to be with his wife during this period, he should be given this opportunity. How many times he or anyone else would get this moment in his life? She will be the best person to support his wife at the time. If I were at his place, I too would have sought a break. I was not on cricket duty but stood behind my wife at the time of delivery of my two children (son and daughter)", Maninder added. Adding further, Maninder said, "Rohit is an international professional cricketer and can easily be adjusted to the match conditions once he reaches Australia for the remaining matches. It will be upto the selection committee and the coach (Gautam Gambhir) whether to make him captain for the remaining Tests. It will be a dicey situation if the new captain succeeds in his absence but it is generally the senior player, who regains his place if he misses out any match for injury or illness or for any reason". Former Australian captain Aaron Finch has shown his support for Rohit Sharma's choice. Finch emphasized the significance of staying home with one's family during such a special time, considering it a beautiful moment that deserves to be cherished.Virat Kohli had twice chosen family over cricket. In January 2021, he missed three Tests in the Border-Gavaskar series against Australia to welcome his first child, Vamika, with his wife, Anushka Sharma. Kohli’s second paternity leave came in February 2024, when he skipped England’s Test series to welcome his son Akaay in London, showing his commitment to family life.Star pacer Jasprit Bumrah celebrated the arrival of his first child, Angad, in September 2023. Bumrah left the Asia Cup midway to attend the birth, later rejoining the team during the Super Four stage. His absence was managed effectively by Team India, but Bumrah’s prioritisation of family over cricket earned praise from fans.
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