24-07-2025
Sepak takraw regu shines again with 3-0 win over Myanmar
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's national men's regu team secured their second Group B victory at the 35th Thai King's Cup Sepak Takraw Championship, clinching a 3-0 win over Myanmar in Songkhla tonight.
At the Hatyai Hall, Central Hatyai Shopping Centre, the first regu, comprising seasoned players Mohammad Syahir Mohd Rosdi, Mohammad Azlan Alias, and Farhan Adam, overwhelmed Myanmar's opener 2-0 (15-10, 15-9).
The momentum continued with the second regu: Muhammad Zarif Marican Ibrahim Marican, Muhammad Shahalril Aiman Halim, and Aidil Aiman Azwawi edged past their opponents 2-1 (15-12, 6-15, 15-13) to extend Malaysia's lead.
Victory was sealed by the third regu, with Muhammad Haziq Hairul Nizam, Muhammad Noraizat Mohd Nordin, and Norfaizzul Abd Razak closing the match 2-0 (15-9, 15-10).
Malaysia had earlier opened their campaign with a convincing 3-0 win over South Korea. Malaysia continues their Group B fixture against Laos.
In the men's quadrant event, Malaysia topped Group A after a 2-0 win against Singapore (15-6, 15-12), booking a semi-final clash against Group B runners-up India.
