Malaysia bank on depth to defend Asian bowling supremacy
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia will bank on a blend of proven champions and fresh talent to defend their overall crown at next month's Asian Tenpin Bowling Championships in Doha, Qatar, where competition for places has been so intense that even former world champion Natasha Roslan missed the cut.
Malaysia prepares to defend their overall title at the upcoming Asian Tenpin Bowling Championships in Doha, Qatar. The Malaysian Tenpin Bowling Congress (MTBC) has named a 12-member team, retaining nine bowlers from the record-breaking squad that won eight gold medals in Bangkok two years ago. The most notable absence is Natasha Roslan, the 2023 World Championships women's singles gold medalist, who failed to make the cut despite her impressive track record.
The Malaysian team comprises a mix of proven champions and fresh talent, with a strong emphasis on depth and competition within the national set-up. Rafiq Ismail, Syafiq Ridhwan Abdul Malek, Hakim, Timmy Tan, Izz Naqiuddin Putera and Hazim Alihanafiah are among the key players. The women's team includes Li Jane, Nora Lyana Nastasia Norkamal, Gillian Lim, Faten Najihah and Nur Syazwani Sahar, with Adelia Nur Irwan Syazalee joining as the only new addition.
Despite the absence of Natasha, Malaysia remains confident in their ability to maintain their competitive edge and secure medals at the championships.
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