Pakistan maintained their unbeaten run at the Commonwealth Beach Handball Championship 2025 with a thrilling 2-1 comeback victory over hosts Maldives in Kulhudhuffushi City on Friday.
After dropping the opening set 16-15, Pakistan rallied strongly to clinch the next two by scores of 22-10 and 7-6 in a shootout, marking their third straight win in the competition. Kashif Ali led the charge with 11 points and was named Player of the Match.
The Maldivian side, backed by a lively home crowd, put on a spirited performance and kept Pakistan under pressure throughout, but the visitors’ experience and depth proved decisive in the final stretch.
Earlier in the day, Pakistan beat Sri Lanka 2-0, adding to their straight-sets victory over India the previous night. With three wins from as many matches, Pakistan now stands among the front-runners for the title.
Pakistan will continue their campaign on Saturday with group matches against South Africa and Bangladesh.