Category: Sport

TWO Japanese boxers have died from brain injuries sustained during separate fights at the same event in Tokyo. Super featherweight Shigetoshi Kotari and lightweight Hiromasa Urakawa, both aged 28, competed on the same card at Korakuen Hall on August 2. Kotari fought to a 12-round draw against Yamato Hata before losing consciousness and passing away… Continue reading Two Japanese boxers die from brain injuries in Tokyo event

OMITTED Australian Test batsman Marnus Labuschagne has declared his determination to reclaim his spot, expressing willingness to open the batting in this year’s Ashes series against England. The 31-year-old lost his place in Australia’s Test side during their recent tour of the West Indies following a prolonged run drought. Labuschagne told The Australian newspaper his… Continue reading Labuschagne targets Ashes return after Test axe

TEENAGE darts prodigy Luke “the Nuke” Littler secured his maiden World Series trophy of 2025 with a commanding 8-4 victory over Belgium’s Mike De Decker at the Australian Masters. The 18-year-old Englishman delivered a dominant performance in Wollongong on Saturday night, adding another milestone to his meteoric rise in professional darts. Littler’s path to glory… Continue reading Teen darts star Littler claims first World Series title of 2025

EGYPTIAN football icon Mohamed Salah has condemned UEFA for failing to acknowledge how Palestinian footballer Suleiman al-Obaid was killed by Israeli forces in Gaza. Al-Obaid, nicknamed the “Palestinian Pele,“ died on Wednesday while waiting for humanitarian aid amid Israel’s ongoing military offensive. UEFA’s tribute post stated, “Farewell to Suleiman al-Obaid, the ‘Palestinian Pele.’ A talent… Continue reading Mohamed Salah slams UEFA for ignoring Palestinian footballer’s death in Gaza

KUCHING City FC delivered a commanding performance with a 4-0 victory over Kelantan The Real Warriors (KTRW) in the Super League at the State Stadium in Kuching. Cameroonian striker Ronald Ngah Wanja was the standout performer, netting twice in the sixth and 71st minutes. Timor Leste’s Joao Pedro added to the tally with a 17th-minute… Continue reading Kuching City Crush KTRW 4-0 as PDRM and DPMM Draw 2-2

KL City FC kicked off their 2025/2026 Super League campaign with an impressive 3-0 victory over Immigration FC at Batu Kawan Stadium. Head coach Risto Vidakovic hailed the win as a promising start despite limited preparation time with new squad members. “We just brought many players together in a very short time. It is not… Continue reading KL City FC starts Super League season with 3-0 win over Immigration FC

PUCHONG: Malaysia is set to host the International Cheerleading Union (ICU) Asian Cheerleading Championships for the first time from October 16 to 18, 2026. The event marks a milestone for the country’s cheerleading scene, as confirmed by Cheerleading Association and Register of Malaysia (CHARM) President Lim Chin Hau. He attributed the hosting rights to the… Continue reading Malaysia to host 2026 Asian ICU cheerleading championships in Puchong

OVER 300 students and young professionals joined top corporate leaders for the inaugural ‘Leaders on the Walk’ programme at Perdana Botanical Garden. The event transformed the historic garden into a five-kilometre open-air mentorship space. Experian Malaysia organised the initiative to bridge generational gaps and reduce power distance between leaders and emerging talent. More than 20… Continue reading Leaders on the Walk connects students with top execs for mentorship

MALAYSIA is banking on its junior cycling team to break new ground at the upcoming UCI Junior Track Cycling World Championships in Apeldoorn. The event, scheduled from August 20 to 24, marks a crucial opportunity for the nation to secure its first-ever medals in the competition. Deputy Youth and Sports Minister Adam Adli Abdul Halim… Continue reading Malaysia aims for historic medals at Junior Track Cycling Worlds 2025

PENANG FC captain Stefano Brundo is eager for their Super League 2025/2026 opener against Terengganu FC at the City Stadium tomorrow night. The Argentine defender said the Panthers are in peak condition after rigorous pre-season preparations. Brundo acknowledged Terengganu’s strength but emphasised the team’s aim to secure three points for a strong start. “We’ve worked… Continue reading Penang FC ready for Super League opener against Terengganu

THE Youth and Sports Ministry (KBS) will identify and prioritise sports schools requiring immediate assistance in facilities and other needs. Deputy Minister Adam Adli Abdul Halim stated that discussions with the Ministry of Education (MOE) are ongoing to improve sports schools, including expertise, coaching, and infrastructure. He cited Bukit Jalil Sports School as an example,… Continue reading KBS to prioritise sports schools needing assistance in Malaysia

THE Perak Football Association has officially signed Nigerian midfielder Christian Chukwu for the 2025/26 A1 Semi-Pro League season. The 23-year-old player from Abia brings attacking flair to the Perak FA squad. PAFA president Datuk Mohd Azhar Jamaluddin expressed enthusiasm about the new signing. He revealed Christian previously played for Marryland Nigeria and possesses strong attacking… Continue reading Perak FA signs Nigerian midfielder Christian Chukwu for 2025 season

MORE than 4,000 participants, including representatives from ASEAN member countries, joined the ASEAN Solidarity Cycling Tour 2025 at Dataran Batu Buruk today. Deputy Youth and Sports Minister Adam Adli Abdul Halim highlighted the event’s role in fostering a healthy lifestyle and strengthening ASEAN ties. “This is a testament to how sports serve as a unifying… Continue reading Over 4,000 join ASEAN Solidarity Cycling Tour 2025 in Kuala Terengganu

IPOH: The Selangor government’s proposal to include three additional sports, namely petanque, Muay Thai and silambam, in the 2026 Malaysia Games (SUKMA) is seen as giving Perak an advantage in securing more medals at the biennial sporting event. State Education, Higher Education, Youth and Sports Committee chairman Khairudin Abu Hanipah said this is because the… Continue reading Perak gains edge as SUKMA 2026 may reintroduce petanque, Muay Thai, silambam

SELANGOR FC head coach Katsuhito Kinoshi admitted a significant gap remains between his team and Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT) after a 0-3 loss in the Charity Shield. The Japanese coach highlighted JDT’s superior game intelligence as the decisive factor in the match. Despite the defeat, Kinoshi insisted his team will not give up in their… Continue reading Kinoshi admits big gap remains between Selangor and JDT

LOS ANGELES FC prepares for a crucial MLS clash against the Chicago Fire amid uncertainty over Son Heung-Min’s debut. The South Korean forward, signed for a record $26.5 million, could boost LAFC’s playoff hopes in the Western Conference. LAFC head coach Steve Cherundolo confirmed Son is still finalising his immigration process before joining the squad.… Continue reading Will Son Heung-Min debut for LAFC against Chicago Fire?

BARCELONA have reinstated Marc-Andre ter Stegen as captain after settling a disagreement regarding the goalkeeper’s fitness. The club had initiated disciplinary measures earlier this week, removing the German from his leadership role over concerns about his recovery from back surgery. Reports suggested Ter Stegen had declined to share his medical records, prompting Barcelona to seek… Continue reading Barcelona reinstates Ter Stegen as captain after fitness dispute resolved

GOALKEEPER Marc-Andre ter Stegen has publicly addressed Barcelona’s decision to strip him of the captaincy and initiate disciplinary proceedings. “In recent weeks, many things have been said about me – some of them entirely unfounded,“ he wrote on Instagram. The club took action after disputes arose over Ter Stegen’s fitness following back surgery in late… Continue reading Ter Stegen defends stance after Barcelona removes captaincy

ARMANDO BROJA has left boyhood club Chelsea to join promoted Burnley on a five-year contract, it was announced Friday. No fee was disclosed but British media reports said Burnley would be paying Premier League rivals Chelsea an initial £10 million ($13.4 million), with a potential further £5 million ($6.7 million) in add-ons. Broja moved to… Continue reading Armando Broja joins Burnley from Chelsea on five-year deal

BAYERN MUNICH will terminate its tourism sponsorship deal with Rwanda following criticism linked to the ongoing conflict in the region. The German football club announced the partnership, signed in 2023 and originally set to run until 2028, will now focus solely on youth development. “The new arrangement transitions away from a commercial sponsorship to a… Continue reading Bayern Munich ends Rwanda tourism deal amid conflict criticism

OLIVER GLASNER believes demoting Crystal Palace to the Conference League would unfairly punish an innocent club. The London side earned a Europa League place by winning last season’s FA Cup. However, UEFA ruled Palace ineligible due to multi-club ownership involving American investor John Textor. Lyon retained their Europa League spot as they finished higher in… Continue reading Glasner calls Palace Conference League demotion unfair punishment