Women’s Asia Cup: Omaima Sohail’s five-for helps Pakistan beat Sri Lanka, notch 5th win in 6 matches
With the win, Pakistan finished second on the points table with 10 points and will take on Sri Lanka in the second semi-finals.
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China’s women jump to second place in FIBA world rankings
China lost only to the United States at the tournament to finish in the top three at a World Cup for the first time since 1994.
Thanh, Phuong win Asian weightlifting golds
Vietnam still have two title favourites competing in the coming days, with the championships concluding on Oct 16.
China wins double delight at World Team Table Tennis Championships
The squad lifted the trophy for the 10th consecutive time and the 22nd time overall in the history of the championships.
Jokowi says Fifa will not impose sanctions over deadly Kanjuruhan stampede
The incident has fuelled accusations of heavy-handed policing in the soccer-mad nation, with the use of tear gas inside the stadium widely criticised.
Verstappen takes 2nd drivers’ title with Japanese GP win
Verstappen has been dominant all season and claimed the title with four races remaining.
PH volleyball federation eyes mix of pros, young stars for SEA Games roster
The PNVF has said they might look at the champion of this tournament for the reinforced tournament to represent the country in the Southeast Asian Games which will be in May.
Indonesia’s BTS ‘ARMY’ raises Rp 447 million for Kanjuruhan victims
The ARMY members said they would give the money directly to victims’ families as “business capital for those who have lost the provider of their family”.
Jokowi says Fifa boss offered help to fix Indonesia’s soccer issues
The President said he had ordered a full audit of stadiums across the country to ensure compliance with safety and security protocols, which Fifa President Infantino supported.
Hun Sen urges good sportsmanship after deadly football stampede
He also spoke about his ambition to see an improved sporting landscape in Asia, and requested countries to strengthen their crowd safety measures.