Uncertainty over Asia Cup won't slow down Speedy Tigers' training
Set to take place from Aug 29-Sep 7 in Bihar, the tournament's draw and fixtures have not been determined, with the political tension between India and Pakistan leaving many in the dark on the current situation.
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The Star
a day ago
- The Star
Uncertainty over Asia Cup won't slow down Speedy Tigers' training
PETALING JAYA: The upcoming Asia Cup in India's schedule is yet to be confirmed, even with the tournament just around the corner. Set to take place from Aug 29-Sep 7 in Bihar, the tournament's draw and fixtures have not been determined, with the political tension between India and Pakistan leaving many in the dark on the current situation.
The Star
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- The Star
Indonesian pair Jafar-Felisha capable of going further in world meet
Indonesia's Jafar Hidayatullah (front) and Felisha Alberta Nathaniel Pasaribu play a point during their mixed doubles semi-final against China's Jiang Zhenbang and Wei Yaxin at the China Open badminton tournament in Changzhou, in China's eastern Jiangsu province on July 26, 2025. (Photo by AFP) / China OUT PETALING JAYA: Watch out for fast-rising Indonesian mixed doubles shuttlers Jafar Hidayatullah-Felisha Pasaribu in the World Championships. Jafar-Felisha only combined a year ago but have clicked quickly and rose to No. 1 in the mixed doubles in Indonesia. The world No. 11 duo are set to pose a threat to their rivals in their first appearance in the world meet from Aug 25-31 in Paris. Jafar-Felisha proved their capabilities by bagging the World Tour Super 300 Taiwan Open title in May. The pair also captured bronze in their debut Asian Championships in April and reached the semi-finals of the Super 1000 China Open last month. Indonesian doubles coach Rionny Mainaky has backed Jafar-Felisha to defy the odds again and reach the final in Paris. 'I have seen that Jafar and Felisha are capable of handling pressure. 'I want them to prove themselves in the World Championships,' said Rionny in an interview posted in the Indonesian National Badminton Association website. 'They have the skills and they are ready. Now, it only depends on their commitment and fighting spirit. 'They only lost matches in Super 750 and 1000 tournaments due to small mistakes. We have analysed these and they know where they went wrong now. 'If they are fully focused and can stay fit, I'm confident they can reach the final in Paris. They are young and have plenty of potential,' added Rionny. Tantowi Ahmad-Liliyana Natsir were the last Indonesians to win the mixed doubles gold in the world meet when they triumphed in the 2017 edition in Glasgow. Tantowi-Liliyana also won the title in 2013 in Guangzhou. Indonesia have struggled to hit similar heights in the mixed doubles since the legendary pair's retirement. Jafar, 22 and Felisha, who only turns 20 next month, could be the ones to finally fill the void left behind by Tantowi-Liliyana. The youngsters will be keen to prove that they can follow in their seniors' footsteps with a good showing in Paris.
New Straits Times
2 days ago
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Pakistan pull out of Asia Cup
KUALA LUMPUR: Political tension between Pakistan and India is said to have led to the Green Shirts pulling out of the Asia Cup in Bihar from Aug 29-Sept 7. Malaysian Hockey Confederation chief executive officer V. Jayanandan said the Asian federation announced on Monday three-time champions Pakistan's withdrawal, and Bangladesh are the replacement. The eight teams for the Asia Cup, which also serves as a qualifier for the 2026 World Cup in the Netherlands and Belgium, are hosts and world No. 8 India, Malaysia (No. 12), South Korea (No. 13), Japan (No. 18), China (No.22), Oman (No. 26) and Taiwan (No. 38). Malaysia are drawn with defending champions South Korea, Oman and Taiwan, while the other group has India, Japan, China and Bangladesh.
