Category: Squash

Khurram Shehzad Awan:

Sensational young squash player of pakistan from Zaman Family once again brings back the glory of Squash to pakistan after winning U-23 world squash championship held at Karachi, Pakistan. Noor Zaman after a nail biting contest defeated the Egyptian No 2 seat Kaleem Altorkey by 3-2 (5-11, 12-14, 11-8, 11-5,11-6) in the final of the U-23 mens world squash championship 2025.

Noor Zaman becomes the only squash player ever from pakistan who got this title. He is the grand son of the legend squash player of pakistan former world champion Qamar Zaman. Pakistan squash federation in their official statement congratulates the winner Noor Zaman

“Big win for Pakistan, Massive congratulations to Noor Zaman for making history as the first ever under-23 world squash champion from pakistan, what an incredible achievement for him and a proud moment for the country. This incredible comeback is a testament to the resilience and determination of our squash stars. we are proud to announce that Pakistan squash is back on the world stage and we are here to say Congratulations to world champion Noor Zaman on an epic win”

Islamabad ( Sportsnaama Report):

The Quarterfinals have concluded at the Under-23 World Squash Championships 2025. Pakistan’s Noor Zaman has advanced to the semifinals, while his compatriot Hamza Khan’s journey ended at the quarterfinal stage.

Match results:

Noor Zaman bt Melvil Scianimanico (France) 3-0 (11-7, 11-9, 11-8) 40m

Hamza Khan lost to Ameeshenraj Chandran (Malaysia) 1-3 (7-11, 9-11, 11-7, 6-11) 63m

The semifinals are set for tomorrow. Here are the fixtures:

• Men’s Semifinal-1: Noor Zaman (PAK) vs Ameeshenraj Chandran (MAS) at 15:30 Hrs
• Men’s Semifinal-2: Ibrahim Elkabbani (EGY) vs Kareem El Torkey (EGY) at 17:30 Hrs
• Women’s Semifinal-1: Chan Sin Yuk (HKG) vs Xin Ying Yee (MAS) at 14:45 Hrs
• Women’s Semifinal-2: Fayrouz Abouelkheir (EGY) vs Aira Azman (MAS) at 16:45 Hrs

Islamabad (Sportsnaama Report):

The 2nd day of the Under-23 World Squash Championships 2025 has come to a close! Pakistan’s squash stars Hamza Khan and Noor Zaman have successfully qualified for the Quarter Finals! Meanwhile, Muhammad Ammad has won his match in the Plate Event.

Match results:

Hamza Khan bt Will Salter (Eng) 3-0 (11-5, 11-6, 11-5) 27m

Noor Zaman bt Jakub Pytlowany (Poland) 3-0 (11-4, 11-5, 11-3) 21m

Muhammad Ammad bt Pouya Shafiefad (Iran) 3-2 (13-11, 9-11, 13-11, 7-11, 11-7) 64m

Noor Zaman’s quarterfinal match is tomorrow at 11:45 hrs against Melvil Scianimanico of France.

Mohammad Hamza Khan’s Quarterfinal match is tomorrow at 14:00 hrs in the Glass Court against Ameeshenraj Chandran of Malaysia.

Islamabad (Sportsnaama Report):

Day one of the World Squash Championships Under 23 has come to a close! Pakistan’s Noor Zaman and Hamza Khan have successfully advanced to the 2nd round! Here are the match results:

Noor Zaman (PAK) bt Hussain Alzaatari (KUW) 3-1 (11-6, 5-11, 11-4, 11-3) (26m)

Hamza Khan (PAK) bt Radu Stefan Pena (ROM) 3-0 (11-3, 11-1, 11-5) (20m)

Muhammad Ammad (PAK) lost to Ameeshenraj Chandaran (MAS) 2-3 (12-10, 7-11,11-9, 9-11, 8-11 (71m)

Noa Romero Blazquez (ESP) bt Mariam Malik (PAK) 3-0 (11-3, 11-2,11-4) (16m)

Amna Fayyaz (PAK) lost to Kurumi Takahashi (JPN) 1-3 (9-11, 12-10, 4-11, 9-11) (40m)

Sana Bahadur (PAK) lost to Tamara Holzbauerova (CZE) 2-3 (11-13, 6-11, 11-8, 8-11) (40m)

Best of luck to our qualified players in the next round!

Khurram Shehzad Awan:

Sohail Adnan of Pakistan win British junior open squash championship 2025 after 18 long years for Pakistan on 06 January, 2025 at Birmingham, England .

In a thrilling finale, Sohail Adnan defeated Egyptian player Elmoghazy in a nail-biting contest 3-2 with a game score of (11-5, 5-11, 6-11, 11-7, 11-5) and clinched the title of U-13 category.His impressive performance left the crowd in awe.

This historic win marks a significant milestone for Pakistan, as Sohail brings home the U-13 BJO title, ending a long wait of 18 years since Nasir Iqbal’s triumph in 2007.

Pakistan Squash Federation congratulates Sohail Adnan on his outstanding achievement and looks forward to seeing him shine brighter in the world of squash!.

KHURRAM NAWAZ KHAN:

world No 82 Noor Zaman win the CAS international squash championship 2024 after defeating country mate world No 85 Nasir Iqbal by 3-0 in the final held at Mushaf squash complex Islamabad on Friday, 22 November 2024. World No 82 Noor Zaman won the Championship Title after defeating his country fellow World No 85 Nasir Iqbal with a game score of 11-8, 12-10 and 11-9. The match lasted for 27 Minutes.

The Final of CAS-Serena Hotels International was played today (22 Nov-24) followed by the Closing Ceremony. Air Marshal Shakil Ghazanfar Deputy Chief of Air Staff (Personnel) graced the ceremony as Chief Guest and presented trophies and souvenirs. Air Marshal Kazim Hammad Senior Vice President PSF, Mr Amjad Ali Gill, Joint Secretary Ministry of IPC, squash Legend Mr Qamar Zaman, VP PSF Mr Adnan Asad, Chief Operating Officer Serena Hotels Mr Peter Martin along with number of players, officials and squash lovers were also present during the ceremony.

Pakistan Squash Federation has organized the Chief of the Air Staff International Squash Championship at Mushaf Squash Complex, Islamabad from 18 – 22 November, 2024. Apart from 09 Pakistanis, 15 world ranking players from Egypt, England, Hong Kong-China, Ireland, Kuwait, Malaysia and Netherland also participated.

Islamabad (Sportsnaama Report): Pakistan No 1 squash player Nasir Iqbal and Noor Zaman reached in the final of CAS International squash championship 2024 in progress at Mushaf squash complex Islamabad on 21 November, 2024.

The Semi Finals were played today (21 Nov-24).  In the 1st Semi Final, Mr Nasir Iqbal from Pakistan defeated No 1 Seed Mr Ibrahim Elkabbani from Egypt with a game score of 11-9, 8-11, 11-4 and 11-4.  The match lasted for 48 Minutes. Whereas, in the 2nd Semi Final, Mr Noor Zaman from Pakistan defeated his country fellow Mr Muhammad Ashab Irfan by 11-7, 11-9 and 11-9.  The match lasted for 33 Minutes.  

Pakistan Squash Federation in collaboration with Serena Hotels, is organizing Chief of the Air Staff-Serena Hotels International Squash Championship at Mushaf Squash Complex, Islamabad between 18 – 22 November, 2024. Apart from 09 Pakistanis, a group of 15 world ranking players from Egypt, England, Hong Kong-China, Ireland, Kuwait, Malaysia and Netherland are participating.  World No 62 Ibrahim Elkabbani from Egypt has been seeded as No 1 along with World No 82 Noor Zaman from Pakistan as Seed No 2.   

Squash Legend Mr Qamar Zaman Vice President Pakistan Squash Federation graced the Semi Finals as Chief Guest.  The Championship Final would be played on 22 November, 2024.

Islamabad (Sportsnaama Report):

Pakistan Squash Federation is organizing Chief of the Air Staff-Serena Hotels International Squash Championship at Mushaf Squash Complex, Islamabad between 18 – 22 November, 2024. The tournament carries a prize money of US$ 15,000/-.  Apart from 07 Pakistani players, a group of 17 world ranking players from all over the world have also confirmed their entries.  They include  one each from Belgium, Hong Kong-China, Ireland & Netherland, 02 each from England & Kuwait, 04 from Malaysia and 05 from Egypt. World No 62 Ibrahim Elkabbani from Egypt has been seeded as No 1 along with World No 82 Noor Zaman from Pakistan as Seed No 2.  It is expected that the audience would have an opportunity of witnessing some thrilling matches during the tournament.  

A Press Conference on the tournament was held today (14 Nov-24) at Serena Hotel Islamabad. Vice President Pakistan Squash Federation Mr Qamar Zaman along with other officials of PSF & Serena Hotels were also present during the event.  

During press conference, Secretary Pakistan Squash Federation Air Commodore (Retd) Amir Nawaz offered special thanks to the Serena Hotels for their generous support in organizing such an important event of the squash, in the Federal Capital.  He further hoped that Serena Hotels will continue to extend their support for the development of squash in Pakistan in future, as well.  

KHURRAM SHEHZAD AWAN :

The Chief of Air Staff (CAS) International Squash Championship 2024 is starting in Islamabad in the first week of November. As many as seven Pakistani players are part of the 24-player draft. The 17 foreign players belong to eight countries. Ibrahim Elkabbani of Egypt, who is ranked 62 in the world, is the top seed whereas world No. 82 Noor Zaman of Pakistan is the second seed.The Pakistani players part of the final draft are Noor Zaman, Ashab Irfan, Nasir Iqbal, Tayyab Aslam, Anas Ali Shah, Abdullah Nawaz and Farhan Mehboob.The 17 foreign players are Ibrahim Elkabbani (Egypt), Perry Malik (England), Seif El-Shenawy (Egypt), Rowan Damming (The Netherlands), Darran Pragassam (Malaysia), Ong Sai Hung (Malaysia), Yassin Shohdy (Egypt), Hazem Hossam (Egypt), Hafiz Zhafri (Malaysia), Joeri Hapers (Belgium), Ducan Lee (Malaysia), Ammar Altammimi (Kuwait), Aaron Allpress (Ireland), Heston Malik (England), Mohammad Almasoud (Kuwait), Anson Wong (Hongkong) and Ahmed Saherif (Egypt).

Sportsnaama Report: The legend squash star of Pakistan Nasir Iqbal won Bega Open Squash Championship in Australia on 04 August, 2024 after defeating  Matthew Lai with a score of 11-6,11-1 and 11-3.

In the final match with Hong Kong player Matthew Lai , Iqbal secured a 11-6,11-1 and 11-3 victory to win his 17th career title win along with the prize money of $12,000. The match last only 24 minutes .Nasir Iqbal has won four out of his last five tournaments and is now slated to take part in tournaments in Malaysia. Iqbal has been in tremendous form this year, climbing consistently in his PSA rankings and is currently ranked 116 in the WSF rankings.