Male, Maldives — September 20, 2025 — Pakistan’s beach handball team continued its winning streak at the Commonwealth Beach Handball Championship, securing a thrilling third straight victory by defeating hosts Maldives.
Comeback Triumph
In an electrifying contest, Pakistan staged a strong comeback after losing the opening set, eventually sealing the win 2–1. The final scoreline read 15–16, 22–10, and 7–6 in Pakistan’s favor.
Pakistan’s Kashif Ali, who scored 11 points, was named Man of the Match for his outstanding performance and leadership on the sand court.
Earlier Wins Build Momentum
Earlier in the morning session, Pakistan had comfortably beaten Sri Lanka 2–0, adding to their momentum after a commanding 2–0 victory over arch-rivals India the previous night.
So far, Pakistan has maintained an unbeaten record, winning all three of its matches at the championship.
Upcoming Fixtures
The green shirts now gear up for their next challenges against South Africa and Bangladesh on Saturday, which could determine their pathway to the knockout rounds.
Sports experts note that Pakistan’s consistency, especially in pressure moments, is establishing the squad as a serious title contender in the ongoing tournament.
