In a fiercely contested team event of Squash at the Asian Games hosted in China, Pakistan emerged victorious over their arch-rivals, India, with a final score of 2-1. The nail-biting match unfolded in front of a captivated audience, showcasing the exceptional skill and determination of the athletes.
The moment we beat India, this one is for Pakistan 🇵🇰
Pakistan zindabad 🇵🇰 #squash #pakistan pic.twitter.com/8dtFBaDr5m
— Muhammad Asim Khan (@asimkhansquash) September 27, 2023
Winning Moments
The showdown began with Noor Zaman representing Pakistan, and he set the tone for his team by defeating his Indian counterpart, Abhay Singh, with a score of 3-1. Zaman secured a crucial win for Pakistan by displaying his prowess on the court. The match lasted 51 minutes and witnessed several dramatic turns. Zaman claimed the first game with a score of 11-8 but faced a formidable challenge from Singh in the second game, eventually losing it by a narrow margin of 12-10. However, Zaman maintained his composure and regained control, winning the next two games with identical scores of 11-8, 11-8.
India’s star player, Saurav Ghosal, then stepped onto the court to level the playing field. He showcased his dominance with a commanding performance against Pakistan’s Asim Khan, securing a straight-game victory with scores of 11-3, 11-5, and 11-1.
Full Match Highlights
With the tie hanging in the balance, Nasir Iqbal and Mahesh Mangaonkar took the court for the decisive match. The crowd was treated to an intense four-game battle, with Nasir Iqbal ultimately prevailing 3-1 to seal the fate of the Pakistan-India encounter. Iqbal displayed exceptional resilience, winning the first two games at 11-6 and 13-11. However, Mangaonkar fought back valiantly to claim the third game with a score of 11-9. In a nerve-wracking fourth game, Nasir Iqbal showcased his mettle and emerged victorious with a final score of 11-8, securing Pakistan’s triumphant win over their arch-rivals.
The thrilling contest between Pakistan and India left spectators in awe and highlighted the incredible talent and sportsmanship of the athletes. This victory will undoubtedly be remembered as a significant moment in the Asian Games and a testament to the spirit of competition in the world of squash.
