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4 days ago
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Team Shito-Ryu Oman make history in Singapore
MUSCAT: Team Shito-Ryu Oman Karate Do Kai made history in the 14th Shito-Ryu International Karate Championship 2025 held in Singapore recently by claiming a record haul of 13 medals. The Muscat-based team – represented by 11 athletes and led by coach Shihan Bava Ahamed – bagged four gold, six silver and three bronze medals in kara and kumite categories. Majid al Battashi, Chairman of Shito-Ryu Oman centre, congratulated the athletes and the support staff for the remarkable achievement. 'It is a great honour for us to congratulate the athletes for the great performance of our team. The team made all of us in Oman proud by winning 13 medals, under the leadership of the esteemed coach Shihan Bava Ahamed.' Team manager, Sherly C Mathew, said it was a challenge and honour to prepare the athletes for the world championship-level event at Our Tampines Hub Indoor Stadium in Singapore from July 25 to 27. Team Shito-Ryu Oman make history in Singapore 'As the team manager, the responsibility of preparing our athletes for the event was both a challenge and a great honour. Today, I return to Oman with deep satisfaction, proud of what our team has accomplished on the international stage. 'Congratulations to all the team members for their dedication and performance. My sincere gratitude goes to their supportive parents, our coach Shihan Bava Ahamed, and our captain Renshi Haleen Sree Hruday, whose leadership was invaluable. 'A special thanks to our respected Chairman Majid al Battashi for his unwavering support and vision, and to the Oman Karate Committee for empowering Shito-Ryu Karate to reach such heights. It was a proud moment to see the Oman flag held high among the nations of the world. Let this success inspire many more young talents in Oman to dream big and aim high through the spirit of karate.' Haleen Sree Hruday, Team Captain, said the tournament was a great experience. 'Standing at the helm as team captain during Taikai 2025 has been an experience I will cherish for years to come. Witnessing the incredible performance and results achieved by our team fills me with immense pride. Each student's unwavering dedication, discipline and resilience were on full display, and it is their hard work that truly made this journey remarkable.' Team Shito-Ryu Oman make history in Singapore DOUBLE GOLD Shaima al Shali, 15, was a star of the team with two gold medals in kata and kumite. 'After months of hard and consistent training, I'm truly happy with what I achieved. Every session, every struggle it was all worth it. 'The whole experience was unforgettable. On July 26, we had the seminar full of energy, learning, and inspiration. Then on the July 27, the competition brought out the best in every athlete. I met so many amazing participants and coaches from all around the world and I'm so proud of every single player for giving their absolute best.' 'I'd like to give a special thank you to our team coach Shihan Bava Ahamed, team manager Sherly Mathew, and our team captain Haleen Sree Hruday for their constant support and guidance. I'm also extremely grateful to our chairman, Majid al Battashi, for believing in me and helping make this journey possible.' 'I'm so proud to be a part of this amazing team, and of course, a huge thank you to my parents and the entire Shito-Ryu Oman team none of this would've been possible without your love, support, and encouragement,' Shaima added. Team Shito-Ryu Oman make history in Singapore Shaima's father Ahmed al Shaliyya praised the team management and the coach for helping the players achieve good results. Muhammad Umar Qureshi won a bronze in the highly-competitive event. 'It was quite a learning experience for me personally. I underwent my Dan belt grading this year and achieved my Second Dan Black Belt certificate. I also competed in Kata and Kumite, where I won a bronze medal in Kumite—not the result I expected, but you either win or you learn.' 'I think I can say this for all of us: this Taikai was a great success for Team Oman. We all worked very hard for this tournament. We met fellow practitioners from around the world, made many new friends, and had the privilege of learning from masters of the craft, skilled coaches, and instructors.' Rashika Ramesh Kumar, a participant, reflected that this Taikai will remain an unforgettable event, full of learning. 'Our team had trained hard for the Shito Ryu International Taikai event in Singapore, and our efforts paid off really well. We also had the opportunity to take part in the seminar and interact with the international karate community. The experience was wholesome and insightful.'
Observer
30-07-2025
- Sport
- Observer
Team Shito-Ryu Oman claim 13 medals in Singapore
MUSCAT: Team Shito-Ryu Oman Karate Do Kai have made it big in Shito-Ryu International Karate World Championship 2025 in Singapore by bagging 13 medals. The greatest result in history for an Omani team in the world championship, saw Team Shito-Ryu Oman claiming four gold, six silver and three bronze medals with a remarkable performance. "This is truly a historic achievement for Oman in the world of martial arts. Our students delivered outstanding performances, displaying skill, spirit and determination at every step. You made Oman proud!," team coach Shihan Bava Ahamed said. The team is managed by Sherly C Mathew and captained by Renshi Haleen Sree Hruday. The team will wind up its participation in the world championships and return to Muscat on August 2.
