Pakistan’s Noor Zaman has made a strong start at the CIB Palm Hills PSA World Championships 2026 in Cairo, advancing to the second round after a hard-fought victory. According to Beyond Time News, the win secures his place among the last 32 players in the tournament.
Hard-Fought Opening Win
World No. 28 Noor Zaman defeated Egypt’s Adam Hawal in a closely contested five-game match lasting 55 minutes.
Final score: 11-9, 5-11, 11-7, 9-11, 11-8
Zaman showed strong composure in the deciding game to secure a 3-2 victory on Egyptian soil.
Next Round Challenge
In the second round, Zaman will face either Muhammad Zakaria or Marwan Mahmoud Assal of Egypt, setting up another challenging encounter.
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Other Pakistani Performances
Pakistan’s Asim Khan faced a tough outing against Wales’ Joel Makin, losing in straight games.
Final score: 11-1, 11-3, 11-2
Meanwhile, Muhammad Ashab Irfan is set to begin his campaign against Switzerland’s Nicolas Mueller in a highly anticipated opening-round match.
Conclusion
According to Beyond Time News, Noor Zaman’s victory marks a positive start for Pakistan in the PSA World Championships, with more key matches still ahead for the national players.
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