Bright future for Ameeshenraj after superb Asiad performance
KUALA LUMPUR: The future looks bright for national squash player C Ameeshenraj after his superb performance in the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, where he helped Malaysia win the men's team title.
KUALA LUMPUR — The future appears promising for Malaysian national squash player C Ameeshenraj following his outstanding performance at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games. Coach Andrew Cross commended Ameeshenraj's exceptional play, stating that he upset higher-ranked opponents in both the semi-finals and final of the team event, despite being a first-time Asian Games participant.
The 22-year-old, currently ranked 95th globally, dismantled world No. 48 Velavan Senthilkumar in a dramatic comeback, ultimately leading Malaysia to a 2-1 victory over defending champions India in the team semi-finals. In the final against Pakistan, Ameeshenraj turned the tide from a game behind to defeat world No. 94 Nasir Iqbal 8-11, 11-3, 11-6, 11-4.
He then secured Malaysia's lead against world No. 18 Ng Eain Yow 8-11, 11-6, 11-4, 11-5, before Ng clinched the match with a 5-3 victory over Noor Zaman. Ameeshenraj also claimed a bronze medal in mixed doubles with partner Rachel Arnold. He will now compete in the Egyptian Open's qualifying rounds, beginning on Tuesday, along with other Malaysian players including Sanjay Jeeva, Joachim Chuah, Duncan Lee, Syafiq Kamal, Ainaa Amani, and Yee Xin Ying.
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