Malaysian Regu Sweep Aside Thailand 2-0 To Clinch Asian Cup Sepak Takraw Title
The Malaysian trio led by Farhan Adam (feeder), Mohammad Syahir Mohd Rosdi (tekong), and Mohamad Azlan Alias (killer), maintained Malaysia's status as a traditional rival after dominating much of the game for about an hour, defeating the team from the White Elephant country, 15-12 and 15-9 in the inaugural edition of the tournament.
The victory also repeats Malaysia's success at the 2024 World Cup in the same event where the national squad won the final match against Thailand.
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