Pakistan\u2019s Nasir Iqbal gave a spirited performance but ultimately succumbed to World No. 16 Dimitri Steinmann of Switzerland in a hard-fought Round of 32 clash at the World Games 2025 in Chengdu, China on Friday.
\nThe match ended in a 0-3 defeat (8-11, 8-11, 7-11) for Nasir, who pushed the higher-ranked Swiss player in every game but could not capitalize on crucial points. Despite the loss, the Nasir showed grit and tactical awareness, earning praise from fans and analysts alike.<\/p>\n
Earlier in the day, Pakistan\u2019s young sensation Noor Zaman had electrified the squad with a dominant 3-0 victory over China\u2019s Chen Haisong, raising hopes for a deep run in the tournament. While Nasir\u2019s campaign ends here, Noor has made it to the Round of 16, keeping Pakistan\u2019s medal hopes alive.
\n\u201cNasir fought hard against a top opponent, and there are positives to take,\u201d national coach Fahim Gul told APP after the match.
\n\u201cHe matched Steinmann in rallies but lacked finishing at key moments\u201d, he said.
\n\u201cNoor\u2019s confidence is high and we believe he can go far,\u201d Fahim added.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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