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New Straits Times
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- New Straits Times
#SHOWBIZ: Ameera Khan's pricey birthday gift watch from father
KUALA LUMPUR: Social media influencer Ameera Khan recently captured widespread attention after sharing an Instagram photo of her opulent Cartier Panthère de Cartier watch. The timepiece was a birthday gift from her father, accompanied by a heartfelt message that read: "For my lovely girl. Your tennis watch is here. Love, Dad." Based on the watch's model and design, online commentators estimated its value to be between RM20,000 and RM25,000. However, it wasn't the watch's hefty price tag that raised eyebrows among netizens. Instead, the discussion quickly turned to her boyfriend, Indonesian actor Jefri Nichol, and his potential to match such lavish gifts once they are married. While most wished Ameera a happy birthday, some playfully teased Jefri, expressing hope that he could afford even more expensive and luxurious presents for her in the future. One comment read: "Good luck Jefri, the money for this tennis watch alone could cover a car's down payment." Last June, Jefri revealed the story of how he and Ameera met in a TikTok video. The 26-year-old actor explained that he first encountered Ameera's name in 2021 when she was featured on the X platform's "Top 10 Most Beautiful Women in Malaysia" list. Given the long-distance nature of their initial interactions, their connection was primarily nurtured through social media and phone calls. "We only met in 2023," Jefri said, adding that by January 2024, they were officially a couple.
New Straits Times
14-07-2025
- Sport
- New Straits Times
Choose which pro team to send to the Sea Games, NSC tells MNCF
KUALA LUMPUR: The National Sports Council (NSC), in a bizarre move, has asked the Malaysia National Cycling Federation (MNCF) to choose which professional cycling team it wants to represent the country at the Thailand Sea Games (Dec 9-20). NSC has told MNCF to choose between sending Terengganu Cycling Team (TSG) and Malaysia Pro Cycling (MPC) - the country's only two UCI continental sides - to the competition. It is a peculiar decision as Malaysia has over the past two editions combined riders from both teams to great effect, winning gold in the mass start road race through TSG riders Nur Aiman Zariff (Hanoi 2021) and Nur Amirull Fakhruddin Mazuki (2023 Phnom Penh) thanks to backing from other TSG and MPC riders. NSC director-general Jefri Ngadirin said the agency has already allocated RM300,000 to MNCF to prepare a team for the biennial games. "We have discussed preparations for the Thailand Sea Games with MNCF during a workshop on Jan 16 and both parties agreed that the national team will be comprised of pro riders," said Jefri today (July 16 "It is, however, up to MNCF to choose which team, either TSG or MPC, to send to the Sea Games. "NSC has already channeled a portion of the RM300,000 allocated for Sea Games preparations to MNCF and thus, I believe there should not be any issue about preparations for the teams not being done adequately." MNCF last week disclosed that only RM196,000 of the allocation remains after expenses incurred to prepare and send riders to the Asian Championships in Thailand earlier this year. MPC last week expressed their disappointment with NSC after requests made via MNCF for additional funding - including a request to purchase new time trial bikes - for the Sea Games were turned down outright by NSC during a recent meeting with the MNCF road committee. MPC team principal Sayuti Zahit said Malaysia needs the new time trial bikes to compete on a level playing field with fellow contenders in the event such as Thailand and the Philippines. Sayuti said MPC will withdraw their riders from the Sea Games squad if they do not receive any positive news from NSC by next month. "MNCF have made a number of requests, including requests to purchase new bikes," said Jefri. "However, if they do choose TSG as the main team, they (TSG) already have all the equipment (needed). Thus it depends on which party MNCF chooses. "We have discussed this with MNCF a number of times, thus, statements about withdrawing from the games should not be made. "If they (MNCF) have other plans, they can come and sit down with NSC again to discuss and we can go over what other requirements they need for the Sea Games." Malaysia has won six gold medals in road cycling at the Sea Games over the past five editions (2015-2023). Prior to that, Malaysian cycling had suffered a 10-year gold drought at the Sea Games (2005-2015). Meanwhile, MNCF president Datuk Amarjit Singh Gill assured that they will send a team to defend Malaysia's gold medal at the Thailand Sea Games. Amarjit stressed that he is willing to mediate between the parties involved. "The men's squad will defend the mass start road race gold they won in Cambodia, this is for certain. I will go to the ground to make it happen," said Amarjit in a statement released today. "I am prepared to personally meet with any party who is not satisfied with NSC. MNCF has a positive relationship with NSC.
Barnama
14-07-2025
- Sport
- Barnama
SEA Games 2025: NSC Denies Claims Of Funding Issues For National Road Cycling Team
PETALING JAYA, July 14 (Bernama) -- The National Sports Council (NSC) has denied allegations of weaknesses in the national road cycling team's preparations for the 2025 SEA Games in Thailand, asserting that funding has already been channelled to the Malaysian National Cycling Federation (PKBM). NSC director-general Jefri Ngadirin said an allocation of RM300,000 had been approved, with part of the amount already disbursed to fund preparations for the biennial games. 'We held a workshop to list athletes for the SEA Games with PKBM on Jan 16, and both parties agreed that the road cycling team will consist of professional riders. bootstrap slideshow 'However, the decision to choose either Terengganu Cycling Team (TSG) or Malaysian Pro Cycling (MPC) lies under the jurisdiction of PKBM,' he told reporters after attending the Sportswriters Association of Malaysia (SAM)-100PLUS Awards 2024 here today. He added that claims that the NSC had not provided support in terms of needs or preparations should not have arisen, given that team selection was PKBM's responsibility. Commenting on PKBM's request to purchase bicycles, Jefri said that if TSG were chosen to compete at the Games, the matter would not arise as the team already possesses the necessary equipment. 'If there is a new plan or additional requests, I urge PKBM to come and discuss with us so we can evaluate the matter together,' he said. Meanwhile, Jefri said the issue of clubs pulling out should not arise, given the prior understanding between NSC and PKBM. Earlier, PKBM president Datuk Amarjit Singh Gill stressed that the national road cycling squad would not withdraw from the 2025 SEA Games and would aim to defend the medals won in the previous edition.
New Straits Times
05-07-2025
- Sport
- New Straits Times
'Zii Jia not in distress, cryptic post an artistic expression'
KUALA LUMPUR: The National Sports Council (NSC) has clarified that Lee Zii Jia's recent cryptic post on social media was merely an expression of his artistic interests and not a sign of personal or mental health issues. The independent shuttler caused a stir after sharing a series of black-and-white images on his Instagram account recently, prompting the NSC to reach out to his camp for clarification. NSC director-general Jefri Ngadirin said Zii Jia's management had assured them there was nothing to be concerned about and that the 27-year-old was simply exploring his creative side. "We were informed that the images were a form of artistic expression and not indicative of any distress," said Jefri during the NSC Athlete Sports Day at the National Stadium in Bukit Jalil on Saturday. "Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh also spoke to his team and received the same clarification. "Regardless, Zii Jia remains a national asset and an Olympic bronze medallist. Our doors are always open should he require any support, especially with the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics in mind. "He's preparing for next month's World Championships, so let's not disrupt his momentum. Let him stay focused." Zii Jia, who is currently world No. 27 but has a protected ranking of No. 9, is recovering from an ankle injury he sustained at the World Tour Finals in December last year. Although he returned to action in March at the Orleans Masters and All England, the shuttler admitted he had rushed back and opted to take more time off for rehabilitation. He is expected to make his next appearance at the Japan Open, beginning July 15. While Zii Jia is not part of any official NSC programme, the council has assisted him in the past, including during a tournament in Paris. "He has his own rehab team, but should he need additional help, we're always ready to step in," said Jefri. Meanwhile, Jefri also addressed diver Nur Dhabitah Sabri's recent decision to take a break from the sport, saying the NSC respects her wishes and will continue to support her, both physically and mentally, when she is ready to return.
The Sun
29-06-2025
- Sport
- The Sun
NSC ready to back heritage swimmers for national squad
THE National Sports Council (NSC) is open to assisting heritage swimmers identified by Malaysia Aquatics (MAS) to bolster the national team. NSC director-general Jefri Ngadirin stated that while the council welcomes the initiative, swimmers must first qualify under existing athlete support programmes. 'They will only receive assistance if they meet the criteria for the Podium Programme or similar schemes. 'There will be no extra financial burden,' Jefri said after officiating the Sepaktakraw Association of Malaysia (PSM) annual meeting at the World Trade Centre (WTC) today. MAS recently revealed efforts to scout heritage swimmers abroad, with five potential candidates aged 14 to 19 already identified. Jefri also praised PSM's progress under president Datuk Mohd Sumali Reduan, urging other sports bodies to emulate its success.
