Wednesday, 18 March 2026

Author: Gabriel Lihan

Sarawak’s Rifdean puts ‘Rocky’ road to rest at ONE

KUCHING: Malaysian Muay Thai athlete Rifdean Masdor continued to impress by defeating Indonesia’s Mohamad Redho ‘Rocky’ at ONE Championship, securing his fifth win in six fights along with a generous performance bonus. The Sarawak-born fighter claimed victory at ONE Friday Fights 138, held at the iconic Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in

Partnerships drive growth of PETRONAS Youth Football Champions League

KUCHING: From packed livestreams to wider regional participation, the PETRONAS Youth Football Champions League (PYFCL) 2025 has shown how strong partnerships can elevate youth football in Sarawak. The achievements of the 2025 edition, along with the contributions of all those involved, were celebrated at the PYFCL Appreciation Dinner, recognising the

International badminton could return to Sarawak in 2026

KUCHING: The Sarawak Badminton Association (SBA) is planning to bring major international tournaments back to the state in 2026, including a proposed revival of the Sarawak Open and a BWF Super 100 event. SBA Honorary Secretary, Datuk Dr Wan Khalik Wan Muhammad, said the association is currently in discussions to

Abdul Karim: SBA’s proactive leadership drives badminton support

KUCHING: The Sarawak Badminton Association’s (SBA) active engagement with the private sector has positioned badminton as one of the state’s better-supported sports. Minister of Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said the state government continues to provide grants to all sports associations but added that

Sarawak nears five-million visitor mark, posts RM12.6 bln in tourism receipts

KUCHING: Sarawak nearly reached its five-million visitor target in 2025, posting tourism receipts of RM12.6 billion and demonstrating strong growth in the state’s tourism industry. Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah revealed that visitor arrivals for the year totaled 4,971,197 — just shy

Kuching City eyes future growth following narrow loss to JDT

KUCHING: Kuching City FC’s near upset over Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT) ended in a narrow 2-1 loss, but coach Aidil Sharin Sahak remains optimistic about the squad’s development and upcoming reinforcements. The match at Sultan Ibrahim Stadium in Iskandar Puteri on Wednesday night saw Kuching City score first through Scott

SEA Games bronze medallist earns RM5,000 incentive as SBA highlights progress

KUCHING: National shuttler Wong Ling Ching’s SEA Games 2025 bronze medal earned her a RM5,000 incentive from the Sarawak Badminton Association (SBA), highlighting the state’s growing presence on the regional badminton stage. SBA’s President, Datuk Seri Dr Wan Lizozman Wan Omar, announced the incentive during the association’s partnership event with

Sarawak’s badminton future brightens with Yonex-Sunrise Partnership

KUCHING: The partnership between the Sarawak Badminton Association (SBA) and Yonex-Sunrise reflects the state’s ambition to build a more professional and competitive badminton ecosystem. Youth, Sports and Entrepreneurial Development Minister, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, said at the signing event held at Waterfront Hotel today that badminton remains one

Veteran Sarawak players back in action at 5th Kirin Cup

KUCHING: Several former Sarawak players are expected to feature when the 5th Chinese Lunar New Year Kirin Cup football tournament is held at Arena Cascara Stadium here from Jan 24 to 25. Among the former Sarawak players set to take part are Wong Sai Kong, Saravanan Muthia, Ching Hong Aik,

More than fabric: Football history one jersey at a time

KUCHING: Football jerseys are more than just pieces of fabric to Bryan Cheong; they are wearable history, a gateway to memories, and a daily expression of his love for the beautiful game. With over 200 jerseys amassed over the years, Bryan’s collection tells a story spanning continents, eras and legendary players.