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KARACHI, Apr 10 (APP): Pakistan’s rising squash star, Noor Zaman, secured a historic victory at the inaugural WSF World Under-23 Squash Championships on Thursday, defeating Egypt’s Kareem El Torkey in a thrilling final at Karachi’s DHA Creek Club.
After trailing 2-0 early in the match, Zaman staged a remarkable comeback, dominating the next three sets to clinch the title 3-2. His road to the final saw him overcome Malaysia’s Ameeshenraj Chandaran in the semi-finals, where he advanced after his opponent retired while Zaman was two games up.
This victory marks a significant moment for Pakistan squash, signaling a strong revival on the world stage.
In addition to Zaman’s success, Pakistan also excelled in the Plate Event of the Under-23 Championships. Muhammad Ammad won the gold medal in the men’s category by defeating Canada’s Karim Michael, while Amna Fayyaz earned a silver medal in the women’s category after a hard-fought match against Yeheni Kuruppu of Sri Lanka.
With these victories, Pakistan not only celebrated individual triumphs but also secured its place as the World Champion at the 2025 Under-23 World Squash Championships by defeating Egypt — a historic moment hailed as a major comeback for the nation’s squash legacy.