Tuesday, 24 March 2026

Author: Gabriel Lihan

Kilat Boy eyes WBC Asia Continental crown

KUCHING: Sarawakian professional boxer Daeloniel “Kilat Boy” McDelon Bong is set for the biggest fight of his career this Saturday (Aug 30), when he steps into the ring against Thailand’s Natthawat for the WBC Asia Continental Super Bantamweight Title. The 26-year-old fighter, who has steadily climbed the Asian circuit, sees

Easy transition to boxing sets up Miki Ghazali’s next test

KUCHING: Sixteen-year-old Mikail ‘Miki’ Ghazali has made a smooth transition from Muay Thai to boxing as he prepares for his flyweight clash against Misel Sileman in Bout 7 of the Twins Championship 102 this weekend. Miki, already a familiar name on the Muay Thai circuit, noted that while many fighters

Aidil salutes team spirit in narrow JDT defeat

KUCHING: Aidil Sharin Sahak saluted his 10-man Kuching City FC side after their battling 1-0 defeat to Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT), praising the players’ commitment and intensity despite the numerical disadvantage. The Malaysian Super League clash at Sarawak State Stadium, Petra Jaya, on Sunday (Aug 24) saw the hosts hold

Undermanned but unbowed, Kuching City stand tall in 1-0 loss

KUCHING: Ten-man Kuching City FC pushed Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT) all the way before succumbing to a slender 1-0 defeat at the Sarawak State Stadium, Petra Jaya, on Sunday (Aug 24). The spirited hosts stood toe-to-toe with the Malaysian Super League giants in the opening half, holding them to a

Tradition spins strong in Debak as ‘gasing’ club sustains heritage

DEBAK: Tradition spins not only in play but also in craft, as local makers continue to hand-carve gasing (spinning tops) from forest wood – a skill passed down to sustain the heritage of the Saribas Debak Traditional Gasing Club. Established in 2018 and officially registered with the Malaysian Sports Commissioner

Reviving traditional sports requires both veterans and youths

DEBAK: Traditional sports risk fading away but combining the experience of veterans with the energy of youths could secure their future, said Deputy Minister for Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development, Datuk Dr Ripin Lamat. He noted that traditional sports such as gasing (top spinning) have long been cultural treasures, yet

Sports, health key to youth entrepreneurship

DEBAK: BeliaGoBiz is leveraging sports and entrepreneurship to inspire rural youths towards healthier lifestyles, leadership, and job creation. Deputy Minister for Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development, Datuk Dr Ripin Lamat, said the initiative combines elements of sports, entertainment, and entrepreneurship to provide rural youths with a holistic platform for growth.

24 teams to compete in Telang Usan Futsal Cup 2025

MIRI: In line with the state’s aspiration to empower youths through sports, the Sarawak United National Youth Organisation (Saberkas) Telang Usan Branch, in collaboration with Baram Football Club, has scheduled the Telang Usan Futsal Cup 2025 for Sept 5 and 6 at SJK (C) Kee Tee Hall, Long Lama. The

Filipino riders adjust tactics for tropical terrain in Kuching

KUCHING: Braving muddy tracks and unpredictable rain, the Philippines contingent has embraced the challenge at the Siol International Mountain Bike Challenge (SIMBC), adjusting strategies while aiming for strong finishes. Team manager, Hernan Jan Buenacosa, said the squad of 13 riders arrived in Kuching midweek, and is making its debut at

Sarawak Cycling president hopes to carry UCI C1 success forward

KUCHING: The Siol International Mountain Bike Challenge (SIMBC) has entered its 10th edition with a historic upgrade to UCI Class 1 status, a recognition that Sarawak Cycling Association’s President, Irawan Sudarsono, hopes will be sustained for years to come. Irawan said securing the C1 classification from the Union Cycliste Internationale