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Arshad Nadeem and Yasir Sultan win gold and silver medals at Islamic Solidarity Games 2025 | The Express Tribune
Pakistanis dominated the javelin throw event, as the Olympic gold medallist successfully defended his title
Arshad Nadeem, Salman Iqbal Butt, and Yasir Sultan. PHOTO: Yasir Sultan social media pages
Olympic gold medallist javelin thrower Arshad Nadeem and Asian Championship 2023 bronze medallist Yasir Sultan finished first and second at the ongoing Islamic Solidarity Games in Riyadh.
Arshad and Yasir were the center of attention in the javelin throw final at the Prince Faisal bin Fahd Stadium as they were coming in with the best record of throws in the season among seven javelin throwers in the competition.
Arshad successfully defended his Games title when his best throw, 83.05m, came in the second out of six attempts at the event.
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Arshad Nadeem wins Gold 🥇 and Yasir brings home Silver 🥈 at the Islamic Games 2025!
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This was lagging behind from his season best, 86.40m at Asian Championships 2025 in Gumi, and a jarring contrast from his Olympic record-breaking throw, 92.97m, in Paris last year.
Arshad’s performance reflects a decline with in a year from his Paris Olympics feat.
The break down of Arshad’s throws in six attempts was 75.44m, 83.05m, 82.48m, 77.06m, the fifth attempt was flagged, and 77.98m.
Arshad won the gold medal and created games record last time with a massive throw of 88.55m in Konya in 2022.
Meanwhile, this was Yasir’s debut at the Games.
He took the silver with his best throw of 76.04m, which came in his sixth attempt.
The second place was closely contested by Yasir and Nigeria’s Samuel Adams Kure, who pulled off 76.01m in his fifth attempt, which Yasir chased and upstaged with his best throw in the sixth attempt by a small margin.
The gold and silver medals by Arshad and Yasir take Pakistan’s medal tally to four.
The Pakistan Olympic Assocation also cellebrated Arshad and Yasir’s feat.
“Arshad Nadeem won the gold medal in the Men’s Javelin Throw Final at the Islamic Solidarity Games in Riyadh with an incredible 83.05m throw, while Muhammad Yasir added to Pakistan’s pride by securing silver with a strong 76.04m throw, a powerful 1–2 finish for the nation,” they posted on their social media pages.
These were also the first gold and silver medals for the country at the current Islamic Solidarity Games edition.
Boxers Fatima Zahra and Qudratullah bagged bronze medals, earlier.
Turkey is leading the Games with 65 gold and a total of 130 medals, while Uzbekistan are second with 25 gold medals and a total of 79 medals, and Iran are third with 21 gold and 62 total medals.
There are 38 countries competing in the Games.
PCB Chairman congratulates Arshad Nadeem
Pakistan Cricket Board Chairman Mohsin Naqvi said that Arshad Nadeem is a national hero for his outstanding performance in the Islamic Solidarity Games.
According to the details, Chairman PCB Mohsin Naqvi congratulated Arshad Nadeem on winning the gold medal in the Islamic Solidarity Games in Saudi Arabia.
“I also congratulate Arshad Nadeem’s coach and family on his victory. Arshad Nadeem has made every Pakistani proud again today.
“Arshad Nadeem’s victory is a victory for Pakistan, which loves sports and peace. Arshad Nadeem brought happiness to the nation by raising the Pakistani flag. Every Pakistani is happy and the nation is proud of the talented son of Pakistan. Arshad Nadeem has won everyone’s hearts.”
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KARACHI: With the Pakistan Super League (PSL) Season 11 entering a crucial phase, Islamabad United all-rounder Faheem Ashraf has underlined the importance of consistency, admitting his side is “not fully satisfied” despite remaining in contention for the playoffs.
In an exclusive interview with Geo News, Faheem offered a detailed assessment of Islamabad United’s campaign, the evolving standard of the PSL, and its role in shaping the careers of both emerging and established cricketers.
Reflecting on the team’s performance so far, Faheem acknowledged missed opportunities that have impacted their standing on the points table.
“If we look at ourselves as a team, we are satisfied… but not fully. One of our matches was washed out, and we lost two games that we shouldn’t have,” he said.
The all-rounder stressed that minimising losses is key in a tightly contested tournament. “Even if you lose, you should keep the margin as small as possible,” he added.
With the league stage intensifying, Faheem made it clear that Islamabad United’s immediate focus is securing a playoff berth.
“Our first goal is to qualify for the top four. Once we get there, we will aim for a top-two finish,” he said.
Having emerged as a prominent name through the PSL itself, Faheem described the league as a transformative platform for cricketers.
“The PSL is Pakistan’s top league and one of the best in the world. If you perform here, you will definitely get opportunities — whether in the national team or in leagues abroad,” he noted.
He emphasised that the tournament serves a dual purpose, offering a breakthrough stage for youngsters while also allowing senior players to revive or strengthen their careers.
“It’s not just for young players. Even for seniors, a strong performance in PSL can change your career trajectory,” he explained.
A three-time champion side, Islamabad United has long been regarded as one of the most consistent teams in the league. Faheem credited this success to the franchise’s stable core and player-centric environment.
“The management believes in maintaining a strong core group because that core wins you tournaments,” he said.
He also highlighted the inclusive culture within the squad.
“Whether you are a junior or a senior, everyone is treated equally. That creates a positive environment and helps players perform freely,” he added.
Drawing comparisons with other global T20 leagues, Faheem pointed out that the PSL stands out for its competitive qualit, particularly in bowling.
“The biggest strength of this league is its quality. If you compare it with other leagues, our bowling standard is very strong,” he said.
According to him, the intensity is not limited to one department.
“Batting, bowling, and fielding – every aspect is highly competitive, which makes PSL unique,” he remarked.
Despite being one of Pakistan’s senior all-rounders, Faheem maintained that personal milestones take a backseat to team success.
“My only goal is for the team to win. Even if I play a small role in that victory, it’s enough for me,” he said.
Faheem also spoke about the steady influx of young talent making an impact in PSL.
“Every season, new players come through. Even from U-19 and domestic cricket, youngsters are performing here,” he noted.
He expressed confidence that many of these players will soon represent Pakistan at the international level.
Concluding the conversation, Faheem shared a message for the next generation of players aiming to follow in his footsteps.
“Stay focused on cricket, keep working hard, and always put Pakistan first,” he said.
As PSL 11 heads towards its decisive stages, Islamabad United will be hoping to translate potential into results, while players like Faheem Ashraf continue to highlight the league’s growing stature as a launchpad for cricketing excellence.
Hyderabad Kingsmen won the toss and opted to bowl first against RawalPindiz in the 24th match of the ongoing Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11 at the National Bank Stadium in Karachi on Thursday.
Hyderabad Kingsmen and RawalPindiz are two newly inducted sides this season and have not faced each other previously. The Kingsmen are placed in sixth position after winning their last two games following four consecutive defeats.
The Pindiz, captained by Muhammad Rizwan, are at the bottom of the table as they have failed to open their account so far, with five defeats in as many matches.
Playing XIs
Rawalpindiz: Mohammad Rizwan(w/c), Usman Khawaja, Yasir Khan, Daryl Mitchell, Abdullah Fazal, Sam Billings, Saad Masood, Asif Afridi, Mubasir Khan, Ben Sears, Mohammad Amir
Hyderabad Kingsmen: Maaz Sadaqat, Saim Ayub, Marnus Labuschagne(c), Usman Khan(w), Kusal Perera, Glenn Maxwell, Irfan Khan, Hassan Khan, Hunain Shah, Asif Mehmood, Mohammad Ali
This is a developing story and is being updated with further details.
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