Pakistan Advances to Asian Girls Netball Championship Semi-finals by Defeating Japan

A Japanese player attempts to pass the ball to a teammate while Pakistani players try to intercept during the Asian Youth Girls Netball Championship at Jeonju, South Korea, on June 30, 2025. — Reporter

Pakistan secured a spot in the semi-finals of the Asian Youth Girls Netball Championship by defeating Japan 79-39 in a match held at Jeonju Hwasan Gymnasium in South Korea. Pakistan dominated the game from the start, maintaining a lead in all four quarters. The first quarter ended with Pakistan ahead 16-9, and by halftime, they extended their lead to 39-17. The momentum continued as Pakistan widened the gap to 60-26 in the third quarter, ultimately winning the match 79-39.

Key players such as Leya Raza Shah, Alisha Naveed, Haleema, Sarina Hussain, Jasmine Farooq, Farah Rasheed, Amani, Parisa, Sumayya Ahmed, and Alina delivered exceptional performances, contributing to the team's victory. Officials from the Pakistan Netball Federation, including Chairman Mudassar Arian, President Sameen Malik, and Secretary General Muhammad Riaz, praised the team for their skill and teamwork.

Pakistan leads Pool B with eight points and is scheduled to play against the Maldives next. The team will compete in five league matches during the group stage. The championship, supervised by the Asian Netball Federation, features 11 teams divided into two groups. Group A includes Malaysia, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Hong Kong, and India, while Group B consists of Pakistan, Chinese Taipei, South Korea, Japan, Maldives, and Saudi Arabia.

According to the source: The News International.