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9 Oct’ 2025
Qatar beat Malaysia in T20 World Cup Asia Qualifier
Doha: Skipper Mirza Mohammed Baig led from the front with an impressive all-round display as Qatar cruised to an eight-wicket win over Malaysia in their ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Asia & EAP Qualifier match at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground in Oman today.
Malaysia batted first and scored 123 for 9, while Qatar chased down the target losing only two wickets, in 17.1 overs. The victory lifted Qatar to second place in Group A with two points.
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Sheikh Joaan Meets President of the Syrian Olympic Committee
Nagoya, Japan- His Excellency Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani, President of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA), met today at Bayt Qatar in Nagoya with Mr. Firas Moualla, President of the Syrian Olympic Committee.The meeting focused on ways to strengthen cooperation between the Olympic Council of Asia and the Syrian Olympic Committee, with a view to supporting the development of the Syrian sports movement and advancing collaboration in the Olympic field.The two sides also exchanged views on a number of matters of mutual interest, particularly the ongoing competitions at the 20th Asian Games – Aichi-Nagoya 2026.
Qatar Delegation Celebrates Two Shooting Gold Medals
Nagoya, Japan - The Qatar delegation participating in the 20th Asian Games – Aichi-Nagoya 2026 yesterday celebrated the achievement of the national shooting team after they claimed two gold medals in the men’s skeet events, at both team and individual levels, adding another achievement to Qatar’s sporting record at the Games.The celebration, held at Bayt Qatar in Nagoya, was attended by H.E. Mohammed bin Yousef Al-Mana, First Vice President of the Qatar Olympic Committee, and H.E. Jassim bin Rashid Al Buenain, Secretary General of the Qatar Olympic Committee, alongside members of Qatar’s national shooting team.
Al Buenain Meets Olympic and Sports Movement Leaders
Nagoya, Japan – H.E Jassim bin Rashid Al Buenain, Secretary General of the Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC), held a series of meetings today at Bayt Qatar in Nagoya with senior leaders from the international Olympic and sports movement on the sidelines of the 20th Asian Games – Aichi-Nagoya 2026.Al Buenain met with Mr. Vlad Marinescu, President of the International Esports Federation; Mr. Thamooh Ahmed Saeed, Secretary General of the Maldives Olympic Committee; and Mr. Ata Akmammedov, Secretary General of the National Olympic Committee of Turkmenistan.
Team Qatar 3x3 Basketball Reach Asian Games Quarter-Finals
AICHI-NAGOYA, Japan - Qatar’s national 3x3 basketball team booked its place in the quarter-finals of the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games after securing a third consecutive victory, defeating Bahrain 21–15 on Wednesday.Team Qatar will face the winner of the Mongolia-Singapore clash today in the quarter-finals as they continue their bid for a place among the medal contenders.The victory capped an impressive group-stage campaign for the Qatari side, which opened its Asian Games account with a win over Indonesia before overcoming Chinese Taipei and Bahrain to complete a perfect run of three victories.Qatar made a strong start against Bahrain, imposing its game from the outset and combining sharp attacking play with disciplined defence. The team maintained its composure throughout the contest to secure a convincing 21–15 victory.The third successive win underlined Qatar’s strong form and growing confidence in the competition, with the team now turning its attention to the knockout stage and seeking to maintain its winning momentum as it targets a place in the medal positions.