Saturday, 31 January 2026

Author: TVS

Voluntary resignation reflects accountability, says Pekan

KUCHING: The voluntary resignation of FAM executive committee members comes amid a governance crisis, seen as a move to protect the credibility of Malaysian football. Sports analyst Datuk Dr Pekan Ramli said the decision reflected collective accountability, while preventing further reputational damage at the international level. “From my perspective, this decision

AFC League dream alive for Kuching City

KUCHING: Kuching City FC’s consistent form in the 2025/2026 Super League has placed the club firmly in contention for a place in the AFC Champions League Two (ACL 2). Sports analyst Datuk Dr Pekan Ramli said Kuching City FC have been among the most organised sides this season, both in

Harith eyes Olympic run after golden SEA Games campaign

MIRI: Sarawak squash player Harith Danial Jefri emerged as one of Malaysia’s standout athletes at the 2025 Thailand SEA Games after clinching two gold medals in the men’s doubles and mixed doubles events. The achievement marked a memorable debut for Harith at the SEA Games and underlined the growing presence

“Naga Api” Herry foresees a major test ahead in the men’s team final

BANGKOK: National men’s doubles coach Herry Iman Pierngadi admits Malaysia face a major challenge as they prepare to take on Indonesia in the final tomorrow (Dec 10). He said that despite the team’s strong form, the pressure remains high, especially after their 3-1 win over Thailand in the semi-finals. “Malaysia’s

Optimistic Ummi Mashitah remains wary on Games pressure

KUALA LUMPUR: National silat athlete, Ummi Mashitah Hassan, admits she is feeling some pressure ahead of her debut at the 2025 SEA Games in Thailand. However, she remains optimistic about her mission to win a gold medal and secure a podium finish for Malaysia. “This is my first SEA Games.

Ainaa, Wa Sern eye SEA Games squash gold

KUALA LUMPUR: Two of Malaysia’s young squash prospects, Ainaa Amani, 23, and Low Wa Sern, 19, are entering the 2025 SEA Games with their sights set on gold. The pair will make their SEA Games debut, representing the country in women’s singles and jumbo doubles events, respectively. Ainaa said the

Jonathan aims high for SEA Games stint

KUALA LUMPUR: Sarawak sprinter Jonathan Nyepa is gearing up for both the 100m and 4×100m events at the 2025 SEA Games in Thailand, despite the individual sprint not being his primary target this season. The Bumi Kenyalang athlete said his focus throughout the year has been on the 4×100m relay, but

‘Ops Kesan’ underway after inmate flees prison

SIMANGGANG: An extensive search operation codenamed ‘Ops Kesan’ has been launched after a male inmate escaped from the Sri Aman Central Prison early this morning. The escapee, identified as John Sambang Sangau, 38, fled at around 7:15 am by climbing over a temporary gate behind Blok Rahmat 3. Prison personnel

Tidal Bore Boxing Club end pro debut run with colour

SIMANGGANG: Tidal Bore Boxing Club (TBBC) Sri Aman made a strong statement at the Twins Championship 103 last weekend, collecting three titles and seven runner-up finishes in its first appearance at a professional meet. The tournament, staged for the first time outside Peninsular Malaysia, saw TBBC boxers step up confidently

Hospital hero Ahmad Alif retains Mr Sibu title

SIBU: From hospital wards to the bodybuilding stage, Ahmad Alif Mohamad Merah has shown that no dream is beyond reach. The Sibu Hospital nurse retained his Men’s Sport Physique Mr Sibu crown for the second consecutive year at the bodybuilding championship held at Kampung Nyabor MUC Malay Club Hall here