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The Sun
12-05-2025
- Sport
- The Sun
Malaysia storm into Sepak Takraw Asia Cup final
KUALA LUMPUR: The national sepak takraw squad lived up to expectations by securing a place in the final after defeating India 2-0 in the doubles at the 2025 Sepak Takraw Asia Cup today. Malaysia's formidable duo, Muhammad Noraizat Mohd Nordin and Aidil Aiman Azwawi, showed little difficulty in breaking the spirit of Indian players Yumnam Akash and Sorokhaibam Malemnganba Singh, clinching the first set 15-12 at Stadium Titiwangsa here. Riding on that momentum, Malaysia sealed victory in the second set with another 15-12 scoreline. The win reignites Malaysia's mission to avenge their earlier defeat to archrivals Thailand, whom they will meet again in the final tonight. The two teams met in the group stage last Saturday, where Malaysia suffered a loss. Earlier, Thailand confirmed their place in the final after edging out Indonesia, 17-16, 17-15. Left-side striker Aidil Aiman said the team is now focused on settling the score against Thailand. 'Praise be to Allah for our 2-0 victory over India just now. As for tonight, my teammates and I will definitely give our best and aim to beat them (Thailand),' he said when met after the match.
Daily Express
12-05-2025
- Sport
- Daily Express
Malaysia top Group B in quadrant
Published on: Monday, May 12, 2025 Published on: Mon, May 12, 2025 By: Bernama Text Size: Malaysia's Muhammad Fitri Mohd Azwadi (right) attempts a block during the quadrant match against Japan. Kuala Lumpur: Malaysia concluded their Group B campaign on top of the standings after defeating Japan in the quadrant event of the 2025 Sepak Takraw Asia Cup at Titiwangsa Stadium here on Sunday. In the final group stage match, Malaysia fielded Amirul Zazwan Amir, Norfaizzul Abd Razak, Muhammad Shahalril Aiman Halim, and Muhammad Fetri Mohd Azwadi. The team faced stiff resistance early on before rallying to clinch the first set 17-15. A final point setup from Amirul Zazwan, followed by a smash from Muhammad Afifuddin, could not be returned effectively by the Japanese players, handing Malaysia a decisive 15-10 victory in the second set. The national quadrant team, coached by Mohammad Zulkarnain Abdul Rahman, will play in the semi-finals today (Monday), with their opponents to be determined after the Group A match between South Korea and Vietnam. 'Honestly, we were not satisfied with our match against China, but we found our rhythm against the Philippines and carried that momentum into today's game. 'Tomorrow, it doesn't matter who our opponent is — we are ready,' said Amirul Zazwan when met by reporters. Meanwhile, Malaysia had no trouble confirming a place in the semi-finals after defeating Taiwan 2-0 in the doubles event on Sunday. In the concluding match to determine the runners-up of Group B, Malaysia fielded Muhammad Noraizat Mohd Nordin and Aidil Aiman Azwawi, who comfortably secured a 15-11 win in the first set. The second set featured a tense contest as both teams traded points, but the re-entry of Muhammad Noraizat—who was temporarily replaced by Muhammad Redwan Hakim Muhammad—shifted the momentum back in Malaysia's favour. A powerful final serve by Muhammad Noraizat then sealed the victory at 17-15 for the national side. Malaysia, as the runners-up of Group B, are scheduled to face Group A winners India in the semi-finals today (Monday). * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
New Straits Times
11-05-2025
- Sport
- New Straits Times
Malaysia defeat Japan, top Asia Cup Group B quadrant standings
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia concluded their Group B campaign on top of the standings after defeating Japan in the quadrant event of the 2025 Sepak Takraw Asia Cup at Titiwangsa Stadium here today. In the final group stage match, Malaysia fielded Amirul Zazwan Amir, Norfaizzul Abd Razak, Muhammad Shahalril Aiman Halim, and Muhammad Fetri Mohd Azwadi. The team faced stiff resistance early on before rallying to clinch the first set 17-15. A final point setup from Amirul Zazwan, followed by a smash from Muhammad Afifuddin, could not be returned effectively by the Japanese players, handing Malaysia a decisive 15-10 victory in the second set. The national quadrant team, coached by Mohammad Zulkarnain Abdul Rahman, will play in the semi-finals tomorrow, with their opponents to be determined after the Group A match between South Korea and Vietnam concludes tonight. "Honestly, we were not satisfied with our match against China, but we found our rhythm against the Philippines and carried that momentum into today's game. "Tomorrow, it doesn't matter who our opponent is — we are ready," said Amirul Zazwan when met by reporters. – BERNAMA
The Sun
11-05-2025
- Sport
- The Sun
Sepak takraw: Malaysia defeat Japan, top group B in quadrant
MALAYSIA concluded their Group B campaign on top of the standings after defeating Japan in the quadrant event of the 2025 Sepak Takraw Asia Cup at Titiwangsa Stadium here today. In the final group stage match, Malaysia fielded Amirul Zazwan Amir, Norfaizzul Abd Razak, Muhammad Shahalril Aiman Halim, and Muhammad Fetri Mohd Azwadi. The team faced stiff resistance early on before rallying to clinch the first set 17-15. A final point setup from Amirul Zazwan, followed by a smash from Muhammad Afifuddin, could not be returned effectively by the Japanese players, handing Malaysia a decisive 15-10 victory in the second set. The national quadrant team, coached by Mohammad Zulkarnain Abdul Rahman, will play in the semi-finals tomorrow, with their opponents to be determined after the Group A match between South Korea and Vietnam concludes tonight. 'Honestly, we were not satisfied with our match against China, but we found our rhythm against the Philippines and carried that momentum into today's game. 'Tomorrow, it doesn't matter who our opponent is — we are ready,' said Amirul Zazwan when met by reporters.
