The Pakistan Squash Federation (PSF), in collaboration with Serena Hotels, is hosting the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS)-Serena Hotels International Squash Championship from November 18 to November 22, 2024, at the Mushaf Squash Complex, Islamabad. This prestigious tournament offers a prize pool of USD 15,000, attracting a stellar lineup of 24 athletes, including 9 Pakistani players and 15 world-ranked players from Egypt, England, Hong Kong-China, Ireland, Kuwait, Malaysia, and the Netherlands.
Leading the seeding are World No. 62 Ibrahim Elkabbani (Egypt) as the top seed and World No. 82 Noor Zaman (Pakistan) as the second seed, adding a strong competitive edge to the championship.
Day 2: Results from the Second Round
The second round of matches was played on November 19, 2024, featuring intense competition and thrilling encounters. The results are as follows:
- Ibrahim Elkabbani (Egy) defeated Duncan Lee (Mas) 11-9, 14-12, 13-11 (41 mins)
- Darren Pragasam (Mas) defeated Tayyab Aslam (Pak) 9-11, 11-6, 11-3, 11-6 (30 mins)
- Seif El Shenawy (Egy) defeated Hafiz Zhafri (Mas) 11-9, 11-8, 11-8 (24 mins)
- Nasir Iqbal (Pak) defeated Yasin Shodhy (Egy) 11-4, 11-8, 8-11, 8-11, 11-7 (48 mins)
- M Ashab Irfan (Pak) defeated (WC) Abdullah Nawaz (Pak) 10-12, 11-8, 11-5, 11-9 (45 mins)
- Rowan Damming (Ned) defeated (WC) Farhan Mehboob (Pak) 11-4, 11-9, 11-9 (27 mins)
- Perry Malik (Eng) defeated Ammar Altamimi (Kuw) 11-7, 11-9, 11-8 (33 mins)
- Noor Zaman (Pak) defeated Hazem Hossam (Egy) 12-10, 11-9, 10-12, 11-9 (38 mins)
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Upcoming Quarterfinal Fixtures
The quarterfinal matches are scheduled for November 20, 2024, promising more exciting action with the following matchups:
| Match | Time | Player 1 | Vs | Player 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 12:00 PM | Ibrahim Elkabbani (Egy) | vs | Darren Pragasam (Mas) |
| 2 | 1:00 PM | Seif El Shenawy (Egy) | vs | Nasir Iqbal (Pak) |
| 3 | 2:00 PM | M Ashab Irfan (Pak) | vs | Rowan Damming (Ned) |
| 4 | 3:00 PM | Perry Malik (Eng) | vs | Noor Zaman (Pak) |
About the Championship
The CAS-Serena Hotels International Squash Championship has become a prominent feature on Pakistan’s sports calendar. This annual event not only provides a platform for Pakistani squash talent to compete against world-class players but also showcases the country’s rich history in the sport.
At last year’s championship, Egyptian players dominated, with Mostafa El Serty claiming the men’s title and Pakistan’s emerging players showcasing promising performances. This year, Pakistan’s top players, including Nasir Iqbal and Noor Zaman, aim to challenge international competitors for the title, reigniting the country’s historic legacy in squash.
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