--- title: "Pakistan secures two bronze medals in men's singles squash at Asian Games" description: "Most outlets led with the achievement of Pakistan securing two bronze medals in the men’s singles squash competition at the Asian Games. The Nation and Daily Times both highlighted the overall medal count and the Victory Ceremony. ARY News and Minute Mirror focused more specifically on the third-place match, with ARY noting Noor Zaman’s 3-0 victory over Mohammad Ashab Irfan and Minute Mirror emphasizing Noor Zaman’s third-place finish. The Associated Press of Pakistan and Daily Times used nearly identical phrasing to describe the medal win." url: https://harzaviya.com/stories/10416-noor-zaman-ashab-irfan-reach-asian-games-squash-quarter site: HarZaviya language: en --- # Pakistan secures two bronze medals in men's singles squash at Asian Games sports · updated 28 Sep 2026, 3:39 PM PKT · 23–28 Sep 2026 · 31 articles from 12 outlets over 6 developments **HarZaviya summary** — how 12 outlets covered this, generated automatically from their headlines and excerpts: > Most outlets highlighted Noor Zaman and Mohammad Ashab Irfan reaching the Asian Games squash quarter-finals. Some also noted the progress of the mixed doubles pair Asim Khan and Mehwish Ali, while briefly mentioning the defeat of Nasir Iqbal and Sehrish Ali. ## How it developed Newest development first. Each carries its own coverage and, where we have one, our summary of it. ### 28 Sep 2026 — Pakistan’s Noor Zaman Clinches Third Place at Asian Games Squash (1 outlet) - **ProPakistani** — [Pakistan’s Noor Zaman Clinches Third Place at Asian Games Squash](https://propakistani.pk/2026/09/28/pakistans-noor-zaman-clinches-third-place-at-asian-games-squash/) · 28 Sep 2026, 3:39 PM PKT > Pakistan’s Noor Zaman defeated compatriot Mohammad Ashab Irfan 3-0 to finish third in the men’s squash singles competition at the… Read More ### 27 Sep 2026 — Pakistan secures two bronze medals in men's singles squash at Asian Games (5 outlets) > Most outlets led with the achievement of Pakistan securing two bronze medals in the men’s singles squash competition at the Asian Games. The Nation and Daily Times both highlighted the overall medal count and the Victory Ceremony. ARY News and Minute Mirror focused more specifically on the third-place match, with ARY noting Noor Zaman’s 3-0 victory over Mohammad Ashab Irfan and Minute Mirror emphasizing Noor Zaman’s third-place finish. The Associated Press of Pakistan and Daily Times used nearly identical phrasing to describe the medal win. - **Daily Times** — [Pakistan secures two bronze medals in squash events of Asian Games](https://dailytimes.com.pk/1559343/pakistan-secures-two-bronze-medals-in-squash-events-of-asian-games/) · 28 Sep 2026, 5:28 AM PKT > Pakistan secured two bronze medals in men’s singles individual event at the Victory Ceremony for the Squash Singles and Mixed Doubles events, which concluded at the 20th Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026. Noor Zaman and Muhammad Ashab Irfan received the Bronze Medals at the Official Medal Ceremony at Nagoya Kinjo-Futo Arena, said a press release. In […] - **The Nation** — [Noor, Ashab secure squash bronze](https://www.nation.com.pk/28-Sep-2026/noor-ashab-secure-squash-bronze) · 28 Sep 2026, 3:21 AM PKT · 88% identical wording to the newest filing > NAGOYA - Pakistan secured two bronze medals in the men’s singles squash competition at the 20th Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026, with Noor Zaman and Muhammad Ashab Irfan receiving their medals at the official victory ceremony. - **ARY News (English)** — [Asian Games 2026: Noor Zaman beats Ashab Irfan in All-Pakistan Squash third-place match](https://arynews.tv/asian-games-2026-noor-zaman-beats-ashab-irfan-in-all-pakistan-squash-third-place-match) · 27 Sep 2026, 11:25 PM PKT · 77% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan's Noor Zaman put up a commanding display as he beat countryman Mohammad Ashab Irfan 3-0 in the men's squash... - **Associated Press of Pakistan** — [Pakistan secures two bronze medals in squash events of Asian Games](https://www.app.com.pk/sports/pakistan-secures-two-bronze-medals-in-squash-events-of-asian-games/) · 27 Sep 2026, 7:34 PM PKT · 88% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan secured two bronze medals in men's singles individual event at the Victory Ceremony for the Squash Singles and Mixed Doubles events, which concluded at the 20th Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026. - **Minute Mirror** — [Noor Zaman secures third place in all-Pakistan squash playoff](https://minutemirror.com.pk/noor-zaman-secures-third-place-in-all-pakistan-squash-playoff-636160/) · 27 Sep 2026, 3:18 PM PKT · 69% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan’s Noor Zaman defeated compatriot Muhammad Irfan in straight games to secure third place in the men’s singles squash competition at the ### 26 Sep 2026 — Pakistan's squash players settle for bronze, hockey team suffers first loss at Asian Games (7 outlets) > Most outlets led with Pakistan's first hockey defeat and the squash players securing bronze medals after losing their semifinals. Dawn and Geo News added context about the broader day of competition and the impact on Pakistan's medal count. BOL News and Geo News used nearly identical phrasing, while 24 News HD focused narrowly on the squash results without mentioning hockey. Associated Press of Pakistan highlighted the assurance of a squash medal through the bronze-medal play-off between the two Pakistani players. - **The Express Tribune** — [Noor Zaman wins all-Pakistan playoff](https://tribune.com.pk/story/2631660/noor-zaman-wins-all-pakistan-playoff) · 27 Sep 2026, 7:22 AM PKT > Noor Zaman beats Muhammad Irfan 3-0 as both Pakistanis complete medal-winning run in Nagoya - **The Nation** — [Pakistan secure squash bronze medals as Noor, Ashab fall in Asian Games semis](https://www.nation.com.pk/27-Sep-2026/pakistan-secure-squash-bronze-medals-noor-ashab-fall-asian-games-semis) · 27 Sep 2026, 5:14 AM PKT · 65% identical wording to the newest filing > NAGOYA - Pakistan secured two bronze medals in squash at the 2026 Asian Games after Noor Zaman and Mohammad Ashab Irfan suffered semifinal defeats in the men’s singles competition at the Nagoya Kinjo Futo Arena on Saturday. - **24 News HD** — [Ashab and Noor Zaman lose Asian Games squash semi-finals](https://www.24newshd.tv/26-Sep-2026/ashab-noor-zaman-lose-asian-games-squash-semi-finals) · 26 Sep 2026, 7:43 PM PKT · 58% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan’s two squash players, Ashab Irfan and Noor Zaman, lost their respective semi-finals at the Asian Games in Japan on Saturday. - **BOL News** — [Asian Games 2026: Pakistan suffer first hockey defeat, secure squash bronzes](https://www.bolnews.com/sports/asian-games-2026-pakistan-suffer-first-hockey-defeat-secure-squash-bronzes) · 26 Sep 2026, 7:05 PM PKT · 53% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan suffered their first defeat in hockey at the 2026 Asian Games, while squash players Ashab Irfan and Noor Zaman secured bronze medals after losing their respective singles semifinals at the Nagoya Kinjo Futo Arena on Saturday. - **Geo News** — [Asian Games 2026: Pakistan suffer first hockey defeat, secure squash bronzes](https://www.geo.tv/latest/683824-asian-games-2026-pakistan-suffer-first-hockey-defeat-secure-squash-bronzes) · 26 Sep 2026, 5:57 PM PKT · 55% identical wording to the newest filing > This collage of pictures shows Pakistan's Noor Zaman and Ashab Irfan in action during their respective Asian Games matches. — World Squash FederationPakistan suffered their first defeat in hockey, while squash players Ashab Irfan and Noor Zaman secured bronze medals after losing... - **Associated Press of Pakistan** — [Pakistan assured squash medal as Ashab, Noor reach Asian Games play-off](https://www.app.com.pk/sports/pakistan-assured-squash-medal-as-ashab-noor-reach-asian-games-play-off/) · 26 Sep 2026, 4:44 PM PKT · 68% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan’s Muhammad Ashab Irfan and Noor Zaman will face each other in the men’s singles bronze-medal play-off after both players were defeated in their respective semifinals at the 20th Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026 on Saturday. - **Dawn** — [Asian Games: Noor and Ashab settle for bronze, Pakistan suffer first defeat in hockey](https://www.dawn.com/news/2032816/asian-games-noor-and-ashab-settle-for-bronze-pakistan-suffer-first-defeat-in-hockey) · 26 Sep 2026, 2:34 PM PKT · 60% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan’s squash semi-final hopes ended in bronze on Saturday, the hockey team’s unbeaten run crumbled against Malaysia, and both boxers were ousted — a bruising day at the Asian Games that left the country counting its losses. Noor Zaman and Mohammad Ashab Irfan both fell in straight games at the Nagoya Kinjo Futo Arena, leaving Pakistan with two bronze medals from the squash court. Noor, Pak... ### 25 Sep 2026 — Pakistan squash players reach Asian Games semifinals (9 outlets) > Most outlets highlighted Pakistan's squash players Noor Zaman and Muhammad Ashab Irfan advancing to the men’s singles semifinals at the Asian Games, noting the achievement as a significant boost to the country’s medal prospects. Several emphasized that this was the first time in 24 years that Pakistan had two squash semifinalists, while others focused on the guaranteed bronze medal. BOL News and The Nation also mentioned the Olympic qualification implications. The Express Tribune stood out by reporting the outcome of the semifinals, stating that both players settled for bronze. - **The Express Tribune** — [Irfan, Noor Zaman settle for bronze in squash singles](https://tribune.com.pk/story/2631513/Irfan,-Noor-Zaman-settle-for-bronze-in-squash-singles) · 26 Sep 2026, 8:42 AM PKT > Irfan loses to India’s Abhay Singh while Noor Zaman falls to Malaysia’s Eain Yow in Asian Games semi-finals - **Daily Times** — [Pakistan squash duo storm into Asian Games semifinals](https://dailytimes.com.pk/1558502/pakistan-squash-duo-storm-into-asian-games-semifinals/) · 26 Sep 2026, 3:02 AM PKT · 69% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan’s squash campaign at the 20th Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026 gathered further momentum on Friday as Muhammad Ashab Irfan and Noor Zaman powered their way into the men’s singles semifinals with impressive victories at the Nagoya Kinjo Futo Arena. The double semifinal qualification has also assured Pakistan of a medal in the individual squash event, […] - **The Nation** — [Double delight for Pakistan as Noor, Ashab storm into squash semis](https://www.nation.com.pk/26-Sep-2026/double-delight-pakistan-noor-ashab-storm-squash-semis) · 26 Sep 2026, 1:30 AM PKT · 74% identical wording to the newest filing > NAGOYA - Pakistan’s squash campaign at the 2026 Asian Games received a major boost on Friday when Noor Zaman and Mohammad Ashab Irfan powered into the men’s singles semi-finals, guaranteeing the country at least a bronze medal at the Nagoya Kinjo Futo Arena. - **Minute Mirror** — [Noor, Ashab reach Asian Games squash semifinals, secure Pakistan medal](https://minutemirror.com.pk/noor-ashab-reach-asian-games-squash-semifinals-secure-pakistan-medal-635526/) · 25 Sep 2026, 10:00 PM PKT · 80% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan’s Noor Zaman and Mohammad Ashab Irfan reached the men’s singles squash semifinals at the Asian Games on Friday, guaranteeing the country at least a bronze medal. - **ProPakistani** — [Pakistan’s Squash Stars Secure Medal at Asian Games](https://propakistani.pk/2026/09/25/pakistans-squash-stars-secure-medal-at-asian-games/) · 25 Sep 2026, 6:35 PM PKT · 76% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan secured another medal at the Asian Games after Noor Zaman and Mohammad Ashab Irfan won their respective men’s singles… Read More - **Pakistan Observer** — [Noor Zaman, Ashab Irfan Reach Asian Games Squash Semis](https://pakobserver.net/noor-zaman-ashab-irfan-reach-asian-games-squash-semis/) · 25 Sep 2026, 6:23 PM PKT · 79% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan secured another medal at the Asian Games on Friday as Noor Zaman and Mohammad Ashab Irfan advanced to the… - **BOL News** — [20th Asian Games: Pakistan secures two squash medals](https://www.bolnews.com/sports/20th-asian-games-pakistan-secures-two-squash-medals) · 25 Sep 2026, 5:36 PM PKT · 72% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan's squash contingent shines at the Asian Games, securing two medals. Noor Zaman advanced to the semifinals with a dominant 3-1 victory over Hong Kong. - **Dawn** — [Pakistan secure another Asian Games medal as Noor, Ashab reach squash semis](https://www.dawn.com/news/2032570/pakistan-secure-another-asian-games-medal-as-noor-ashab-reach-squash-semis) · 25 Sep 2026, 2:02 PM PKT · 78% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan secured another medal at the Asian Games on Friday after Noor Zaman and Mohammad Ashab Irfan won their respective singles matches to reach the semi-finals of the squash competition. Third-seeded Noor defeated Hong Kong’s Chi Hin Henry Leung, while fifth-seeded Ashab overcame India’s Veer Chotrani at the Nagoya Kinjo Futo Arena to put Pakistan into the medal rounds of the event. Noor, P... - **Associated Press of Pakistan** — [Pakistan squash duo storm into Asian Games semifinals](https://www.app.com.pk/sports/pakistan-squash-duo-storm-into-asian-games-semifinals/) · 25 Sep 2026, 1:58 PM PKT · 69% identical wording to the newest filing > ISLAMABAD, Sep 25 (APP):Pakistan’s squash campaign at the 20th Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026 gathered further momentum on Friday as Muhammad Ashab Irfan and Noor Zaman powered their way into the men’s singles semifinals with impressive victories at the Nagoya Kinjo Futo Arena. The double semifinal qualification has also assured Pakistan of a medal in the... ### 24 Sep 2026 — Noor Zaman, Ashab Irfan reach Asian Games Squash quarter-finals (1 outlet) - **Minute Mirror** — [Noor Zaman, Ashab Irfan reach Asian Games Squash quarter-finals](https://minutemirror.com.pk/noor-zaman-ashab-irfan-reach-asian-games-squash-quarter-finals-634820/) · 24 Sep 2026, 5:09 PM PKT > Noor Zaman and Mohammad Ashab Irfan reach the Asian Games squash quarter-finals, while Asim Khan and Mehwish Ali also advance in mixed..... ### 23 Sep 2026 — Pakistani squash players advance in Asian Games, kabaddi team suffers first loss (2 outlets) > Most outlets highlighted Pakistan’s squash players advancing in the Asian Games, with Dawn noting Noor Zaman and Mohammad Ashab reaching the last-16 and The Express Tribune adding that Noor Zaman and Irfan Khan reached the quarter-finals. Both also mentioned the kabaddi team’s first defeat, while The Express Tribune briefly noted mixed doubles results, including some losses. - **The Express Tribune** — [Noor Zaman, Irfan reach Asian Games squash quarter-finals](https://tribune.com.pk/story/2631145/noor-zaman-irfan-reach-asian-games-squash-quarter-finals) · 24 Sep 2026, 7:12 AM PKT > Pakistan’s mixed doubles pair Asim Khan and Mehwish Ali also advances while Nasir Iqbal and Sehrish Ali suffer defeat - **Dawn** — [Pakistan squash duo cruise into last-16 as kabaddi suffer first defeat](https://www.dawn.com/news/2032079/pakistan-squash-duo-cruise-into-last-16-as-kabaddi-suffer-first-defeat) · 23 Sep 2026, 3:56 PM PKT · 73% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan’s squash campaign got off to a flying start on Wednesday as Noor Zaman and Mohammad Ashab cruised into the men’s singles last-16, though the country’s kabaddi team tasted defeat for the first time at the Asian Games. Noor, Pakistan’s No. 1, routed Van Aero Dalida of the Philippines 11-2, 11-4, 11-3 in 20 minutes at the Nagoya Kinjo Futo Arena, while Ashab, 22, registered a thumping 11-... ## Part of a bigger story Other stories whose coverage resembles this one, nearest first. 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