Pakistan Team One continued its impressive run at the Asian Doubles Squash Championship in Malaysia, securing consecutive victories to set up a pivotal pool-stage encounter against India. Competing in Pool B, the duo of Noor Zaman and Nasir Iqbal opened their campaign with a convincing 2-0 win over Japan, completing the match in just 25 minutes.
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The Pakistani pair followed up with another dominant display, defeating Singapore 2-0 in only 10 minutes to remain unbeaten in the tournament and strengthen their position in the group standings. Pakistan Team One is now scheduled to face India's Rahul and Suraj Kumar Chand in its final Pool B match on Friday, with a place in the next stage at stake.
Pakistan Team Two's Performance in Pool D
In Pool D, Pakistan Team Two, comprising Muhammad Hamza Khan and Muhammad Asim Khan, began its campaign on a positive note with a 2-0 victory over Chinese Taipei in a 12-minute match. However, the pair could not sustain their winning momentum and later suffered a 2-0 loss to Singapore in a contest that lasted 26 minutes.
Pakistan Team Two will play its final group match against Hong Kong on Friday as it seeks to advance further in the championship. The Pakistan squad is being overseen by team manager Air Commodore (Retd) Amir Nawaz, while former international squash player Faheem Gul is serving as head coach for the tournament.
In other news, Fatima Sana has become the first Pakistani woman selected for The Hundred cricket tournament.
