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Sabah Muaythai clinch third national title
Published on: Wednesday, July 30, 2025 Published on: Wed, Jul 30, 2025 By: GL Oh Text Size: The State Muaythai contingent with officials after the closing ceremony. Kota Kinabalu: Sabah Muaythai once again proved their dominance on the national stage by capturing the overall title at the National Muaythai Championship, held in conjunction with the National Martial Arts Championship at the Axiata Arena, Bukit Jalil, over the weekend. The state team claimed the overall crown for the third consecutive year with an impressive medal haul: 24 gold, 10 silver, and 25 bronze. Adding to their triumph, four Sabah athletes were recognised as best performers in their respective categories: Ariesya Dania (Best Cultural Performance) Mohd Faliq (Best Male Boxer, Age 8–9) Dazaizy Hafiy (Best Male Boxer, Age 12–13) Kerry Dryan (Best Male Boxer, Age 16–17) Sabah Muaythai Association President, Haji Nazri Ab Razak, expressed pride in the team's performance and attributed the success to the collective effort of athletes, coaches, and families. 'Each medal represents countless hours of training and sacrifice. I'm extremely proud of how our team carried the Sabah name and spirit, proving once again we are a force to be reckoned with in Malaysian Muaythai,' he said. He also extended gratitude to parents and families, acknowledging their behind-the-scenes contributions. Head coach Cyrille Dhillon Tahing highlighted the long-term vision behind the team's success. 'We've spent years building Muaythai from the grassroots—through schools, local clubs, and statewide programs. This result is a direct outcome of strategic planning and the mental toughness of our fighters,' he said. Vice President Ahmad Ridwan Ghazali thanked the Sabah Sports Council and the Ministry of Youth and Sports for their continued support. He said the victory further cements Sabah's position as a powerhouse in Malaysian Muaythai and hopes it will inspire a new generation of athletes to continue the legacy. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
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a day ago
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Sabah karatekas fight to stand top at Bukit Jalil
Published on: Tuesday, July 29, 2025 Published on: Tue, Jul 29, 2025 By: GL Oh Text Size: Kota Kinabalu: Sabah Karate Association (SKA) were crowned overall champions in the karate event at the National Martial Arts Championship held at the Axiata Arena in Bukit Jalil over the weekend. They captured 11 gold, three silver and three bronze medals to top the medal tally, well ahead of second placed Selangor State Karate-do Association, who only managed four golds, two silvers and six bronze followed by Perak Karate-do with two golds, three silvers and two bronzes. The gold medal winners were Nur Rasyiqahfari'ah Razmi (Cadet Female Kata), Adlin Vince Viceroy @ Irwan (Cadet Male Kata), Danish Rayyan Rajis (Cadet Male Kumite -52kg), Al Zovqinz Zurizal (Cadet Male Kumite -63kg), Amirah Syahidah Azlan (Cadet Female Kumite +61kg), Nur Farhadylia Ershan Jr (Junior Female Kata), Nur Radhiah Fathiah Razmi (Junior Female Kumite -48kg), Muhammad Farish Danish Mohd Saidin (Junior Male Kumite -61kg), Audrey Adreana Baking (Junior Female Kumite -59kg), Nurul Afqatul Khairiyah Jahari (Junior Female Kumite -66kg) and Mickail Zaquan Zurizal (Junior Male Kumite -68kg). Silver medals delivered by Dezzie Chell Davis (Cadet Female Kumite -47kg), Ryyen Ryee Gerrard Rojin (Junior Kata Men), . Putra Rayn Nazwan Heryzuan (Junior Kumite Men -55k), while the bronze medals from Gerrard Lady Gary (Kumite Men +70kg), Liew Ameera Jnita– Junior Kumite Women -53kg 3. Ivan Nicholas Chai (Kumite Men +76kg). SKA secretary general Julian Chin was overjoyed with the team's achievement despite not setting any target for them. 'It was a superb overall performance from the whole team. They took the advice and grabbed the opportunity to do their best and delivered the goods for Sabah. 'Their achievement is a clear indication that they are heading for a promising future. We need to plan ahead to improve them further so that we have a good pool of excellent athletes to solidify our position as a major force in the national karate arena,' he said. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
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5 days ago
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Sabah Karate Association sending 22 karatekas to National Martial Arts Championship
Published on: Friday, July 25, 2025 Published on: Fri, Jul 25, 2025 By: GL Oh Text Size: The karatekas from SKA who will be taking part in the National Martial Arts Championship pose with team officials. Kota Kinabalu: Sabah Karate Association (SKA) will be represented by a 22-member squad to compete in the National Martial Arts Championship at the Axiata Arena in Bukit Jalil starting Saturday (July 26). The 12 male athletes in the team are Adlin Vince Viceroy @Irwan (cadet individual kata), Danish Rayyan Rajis (cadet Jeffisten Jeffrin (cadet -57kg), Al-Zovainz Zurizal (cadet-63kg), Leonard Vresley Binajen (cadet-70kg), Gerrard Lady Gary (cadet +70kg), Ryyen Ryye Gerrad Rojin (junior kata), Putra Rayn Nazwan Heryzwan (junior -55kg), Muhd Farish Danish Mohd Saidin (junior -61kg), Mickail Zaquan Zurizal (junior -68kg), Mohd Idzham Zairie (junior -76kg) and Ivan Nicholas Chai (junior +76kg). The females on the list are Nurrasyiqah Fari'ah Razmi (cadet individual kata), Dezzie Chell Davis (cadet -47kg), Lim Leyca (cadet (-54kg), Rose Dayan Mohd Hamli (cadet-61kg), Amirah Syahindah Azlan (cadet +61kg), Nurfarhadylia Ershan Jr (junior individual kata), Nurradhiah Fathiah Razmi (junior -48kg), Ameera Jnita Liew (junior -53kg), Audrey Adreana Baking (junior -59kg) and Nurul Afiqatul Khairiyah Jahari (junior -66kg). The two-day event also featuring silat, muaythai, wushu and wrestling is organised by the Youth and Sports Ministry through the Youth and Sports Department. SKA secretary general Julian Chin said they are not setting targets for the athletes and urged them to do their best. 'This will be another opportunity for them to gain valuable experience and I hope it will also help them to improve their skills,' he said. Meanwhile, the team led by manager Ayunah Majabin with Mahfudz Azeem, Jackson Cyprianus and Grace Tiwon as coaches left for Kuala Lumpur on Thursday. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
