Thursday, 2 April 2026

Author: Gabriel Lihan

SABA chief marks modest Hari Raya celebration with family

KUCHING: Sarawak Amateur Boxing Association (SABA) president Datuk Rahman Lariwoo observed a quiet Hari Raya Aidilfitri at his home in Matang Jaya. He shared that the celebration was kept simple following the recent passing of his father-in-law. “This year, I am celebrating with my children only. It is not as

Sarawak’s boxing training centres key to developing future champions

KUCHING: Boxing training centres across Sarawak serve as key platforms for nurturing future boxing champions. Sarawak Amateur Boxing Association (SABA) president Datuk Rahman Lariwoo, highlighted the significance of these centres in producing skilled boxers who will go on to represent both Sarawak and Malaysia on the national and international stage.

Passenger injured as car crashes into parked trailer

SELANGAU: A Perodua Axia collided with a stationary trailer at Mile 42, Jalan Sibu-Selangau, last night (March 31), leaving the driver uninjured while the passenger sustained injuries. Sibu Zone 4 Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) chief Andy Alie said firefighters from the Selangau fire station rushed to the scene, which

Car engulfed in flames after crashing into tree

MIRI: A Proton Persona was completely destroyed after crashing into a tree near the SK Merbau traffic light here yesterday (Mar 31). The Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) operations centre said the driver and passenger, a 31-year-old man and a 32-year-old woman, sustained injuries to their chest and legs. Both

Over 40 teams to contest in Mukah Rugby Carnival

KUCHING: The stone is set as the Mukah Rugby Carnival 2025 will host 40 teams from across Sarawak for a thrill-packed showcase of fun. Taking place in May, the event is expected to draw over 600 players – including management staff – and an enthusiastic assembly of supporters, heralding a

Residents embrace Aidilfitri with simplicity and gratitude

LUBOK ANTU: As the holy month of Ramadan nears its end, the scent of freshly baked kuih raya lingers in the air indicating that homes are going to be filled with the warmth of love. This is the time families bustle through crowded markets, some feeling overwhelmed by choices, others

Kabaddi team to bring Thai coach for specialised training

KUCHING: The Sarawak kabaddi team are gearing up for intensive training ahead of SUKMA, with plans to bring in a Thai national coach for specialised coaching in Kuching. Sarawak Kabaddi Association president Muttiah Pillai Sinnathambi said the team are looking forward to early preparation training, which will be held this

Hope FC ready to rumble in next Liga Bandaraya

KUCHING: With fewer than three weeks remaining until the commencement of Liga Bandaraya, Hope FC is meticulously preparing under the astute leadership of player-manager Bryan Cheong. The club has been actively engaging in a series of friendly matches to refine tactical strategies, sustain peak fitness levels, and evaluate prospective recruits.

Gunto FC fine-tunes strategy ahead of Bandaraya League campaign

KUCHING: After a month-long break for Ramadan, Gunto FC is back in action, focusing on strengthening team chemistry and refining gameplay ahead of the Bandaraya League. Club manager Arif Roslan expressed his satisfaction with the team’s progress, praising the players’ dedication and the support from parents who attended training sessions

Gideon stuns Lucas with first-round KO debut at WBC 2025

KUCHING: Sarawak’s rising boxing prodigy, Gideon Riquelme Jonathan, delivered a spectacular performance at the 2025 World Boxing Championship (WBC), by securing a dominant first-round technical knockout (TKO) victory over Australian fighter Lucas Jhon Holmes. The 22-year-old Iban boxer from Batu Kawa here needed just two minutes and 50 seconds to