Malaysia's 34-year wait for sepak takraw team regu title goes on
The first regu, featuring striker Azlan Alias, tekong Syahir Rosdi and feeder Amirul Zazwan Amir, put up a brave fight but were edged by Thailand's Sutthikiarat Panseankaew, Jakkrit Thinbangbon and Wuttinun Kamsanor in a thrilling opener, losing 15-11, 12-15, 17-15.
With 2,000 home supporters watching at Titiwangsa Stadium, all eyes turned to Malaysia's second regu.
Thailand sent out their strongest line-up — Tanaphon Sapyen, Sittipong Kamchan and Sirisak Anuloon — to face Noraizat Nordin, Haziq Hairul Nizam and Farhan Adam.
The Malaysians started well, winning the first game 15-13, but the Thais fought back, taking the next two games 15-13 and 15-4 to clinch the victory and the Asian Cup crown.
Malaysia last beat Thailand in a team regu event at the 1991 Ssea Games in Manila, where they won gold with a 2-1 win over the War Elephants.
Despite the defeat, Malaysia can be proud of their overall showing at the Asian Cup, finishing with two gold medals (quadrant and regu) and two silvers (doubles and team regu).
The national team's next test will be the prestigious Thai King's Cup in July.
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