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Islamic Solidarity Games

Arshad Nadeem wins gold at Islamic Solidarity Games

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Arshad Nadeem

RIYADH: Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem clinched the gold medal while compatriot Yasir Sultan secured the silver in the javelin throw competition at the Islamic Solidarity Games held in the Saudi capital, Riyadh.

Both Pakistani athletes delivered impressive performances. Arshad Nadeem recorded throws of 75.44m in his first attempt, 83.05m in his second, 82.48m in the third, and 77.06m in his fourth attempt.

Arshad sealed the gold with his 83.05m throw, while Yasir Sultan earned the silver medal with a throw of 76.04m. Nigeria’s Samuel Adams claimed the bronze with a throw of 76.01m.

PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi congratulated Arshad Nadeem on his gold-medal victory, stating that the star athlete had once again made Pakistan proud on the international stage.

Arshad Nadeem has previously won gold medals at the Olympics and Asian Championships, further solidifying his status as one of Pakistan’s top athletes.

Another medal confirmed for Pakistan at Islamic Solidarity Games

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Another medal

RIYADH: Pakistan has locked in another medal at the Islamic Solidarity Games, thanks to an impressive display by its athletes.

Pakistani boxer Qudratullah advanced to the semi-finals of the 55kg category at the Islamic Solidarity Games.

In the quarter-final bout, Qudratullah defeated Palestinian boxer Yousuf Abdul Aziz.

With the Pakistani boxer completely dominating the fight, the referee stopped the contest in the second round and declared Qudratullah the winner.

Earlier, Arusha Saeed made the nation proud by winning a bronze medal in Kurash at the 6th Islamic Solidarity Games held in Riyadh.

Pakistan’s Arusha Saeed wins bronze in Kurash at Islamic Solidarity Games

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Pakistan’s Arusha

RIYADH: Pakistan’s Arusha Saeed made the nation proud by winning a bronze medal in Kurash at the 6th Islamic Solidarity Games held in Riyadh.

Arusha secured the bronze in the women’s 57kg Kurash category after delivering an impressive performance against some of the world’s top athletes. This is Pakistan’s first medal at the 2025 edition of the Islamic Solidarity Games.

Displaying exceptional skill, determination and resilience, Arusha proved that Pakistani women are fully capable of competing — and excelling — on the global stage.

The Pakistan Kurash team was led by head coach Muhammad Saad, with Muhammad Rafiq and Shahzaib Nawaz playing key roles in preparing and training the athletes. Their dedication and professional guidance were instrumental in achieving this milestone.

Nawab Furqan Khan, Pakistan’s representative to the International Kurash Association (IKA), congratulated Arusha, the coaches, and the entire team. He said the achievement is a moment of pride for Pakistan and reflects the growing presence of Pakistani athletes in traditional and martial sports internationally.

He added that Arusha’s remarkable performance serves as an inspiration for young Pakistani women, encouraging them to participate in international competitions with confidence and ambition.