Silambam among new sports proposed for Sukma 2026
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Silambam officially back in Selangor Sukma after review
KUALA LUMPUR: Traditional martial art silambam has been included in next year's Selangor Malaysia Games (Sukma), joining petanque and muaythai as optional sports following a review by the supreme committee. The decision came after a special meeting on Thursday attended by Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh, Sarawak Minister of Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, and Olympic Council of Malaysia (OCM) president Tan Sri Norza Zakaria. The proposal was put forward by Selangor State Youth, Sports and Entrepreneurship executive councillor Najwan Halimi, who also chairs the organising committee. The Selangor Sukma will now feature 30 compulsory and seven optional sports, with the committee confirming that no further proposals or appeals will be considered. Silambam's initial omission had drawn concern from several quarters of the community before the review led to its inclusion. Hannah said her ministry is also exploring "Non-Sukma Games" for sports not on the programme. "Additionally, a new model for organising Sukma after the 2028 Kelantan edition is being studied to ensure the continuous development of sports and athletes without placing a heavy financial burden on the government," she said. The Selangor Sukma will take place across nine districts from August 15-24, 2026.
The Sun
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Muaythai, petanque and silambam debut in SUKMA 2026
KUALA LUMPUR: Three optional sports—muaythai, petanque, and silambam—will make their debut in the 2026 Malaysia Games (SUKMA) in Selangor. The decision was finalised during a special meeting of the SUKMA Supreme Committee. The National Sports Council (NSC) confirmed the addition in a statement today. The meeting was attended by Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh and Sarawak's Minister of Youth, Sports, and Entrepreneur Development, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. Also present were Olympic Council of Malaysia president Tan Sri Mohamad Norza Zakaria and state sports officials. Selangor State Youth, Sports, and Entrepreneurship Exco Mohd Najwan Halimi proposed the inclusion of the three sports. The SUKMA Supreme Committee unanimously approved the proposal. With the addition, SUKMA 2026 will feature 30 compulsory and seven optional sports. No further proposals for additional sports will be considered. SUKMA 2026 is scheduled from 15 to 24 August across nine Selangor districts. Hannah Yeoh revealed that the Ministry of Youth and Sports is exploring a 'Non-SUKMA Games' initiative. This event would cater to sports not selected for SUKMA. The new model is expected to launch after SUKMA Kelantan 2028. The initiative aims to sustain athlete development without straining government resources. - Bernama
Borneo Post
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Sukma hosting rotation must continue, says Abdul Karim
KUCHING (Aug 13): The rotation of Sukan Malaysia (Sukma) hosting rights among states should continue to ensure equal economic benefits and sports infrastructure growth, said Sarawak Minister of Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Dato Sri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. 'Hosting major events like Sukma brings thousands of athletes, officials, and supporters to a host state, generating significant tourism receipts and spurring upgrades to sports facilities that benefit local athletes long after the games conclude,' he said. He noted that without such events, facility upgrades often fall low on the priority list, whereas hosting forces improvements to meet national or international standards. This, he added, also boosts local contractors, the hospitality sector, and related industries. Abdul Karim said Sarawak — which has hosted Sukma four times — is ready to host again in the future. 'We don't want benefits concentrated in one place like Kuala Lumpur. 'Every state – from Sabah to Penang – should have the chance to welcome visitors and elevate their sports infrastructure,' he said.
