Pakistan Dominate Italy to Advance into the Knockout Stage of the World Team Squash Championship

Pakistan’s squash team delivered a stellar performance in their final group match of the World Team Squash Championship, securing a commanding 3-0 victory over Italy.

The trio of Noor Zaman, Nasir Iqbal, and Asim Khan showcased their dominance on the court, ensuring Pakistan’s place at the top of Group H and advancing to the knockout stage of the prestigious tournament.

The sixth-seeded Pakistan team left no room for doubt in their clash against Italy, with all three players winning their respective matches in straight sets.

• Asim Khan opened the proceedings with a decisive victory over Italy’s Umar Zaki Masood, registering scores of 11-8, 11-4, and 11-7. Khan’s aggressive play and precise shot-making set the tone for the rest of the tie.
• Next, Pakistan’s silver medallist and rising star Noor Zaman outclassed Lorenzo Staurengo with scores of 11-4, 11-7, and 11-5. Zaman’s composure and tactical brilliance were on full display as he dismantled his opponent with ease.
• The final match saw Nasir Iqbal, a former British Junior Open winner, deliver a masterclass against Daniel De Bartolomeo, overwhelming him with a commanding 11-2, 11-1, and 11-1 victory. Iqbal’s relentless pace and precision left his opponent with no answers, completing the clean sweep for Pakistan.

With this emphatic win, Pakistan finished the group stage with three consecutive victories, securing the top spot in Group H and advancing confidently to the knockout rounds.

Pakistan’s path to the knockout stage was solidified on Monday when they edged past Hong Kong in a closely contested 2-1 victory.

As the tournament progresses, all eyes will be on Noor Zaman, Nasir Iqbal, and Asim Khan to see if they can carry their momentum forward and bring home Pakistan’s first World Team Squash Championship title in over three decades.