Noor Zaman PSA Karachi Open: Dramatic win secures Pakistan star a quarterfinal spot

Noor Zaman PSA Karachi Open

Rising Pakistani squash talent Noor Zaman advanced to the quarterfinals of the PSA Karachi Open after Egypt’s eighth seed Fares Dessouky walked out of a decisive match in protest of referee decisions. The Noor Zaman PSA Karachi Open performance marks another milestone for the young athlete as he continues his breakthrough run in international squash.

Comeback and Controversy on Court

Dessouky started strong, taking the first two games and putting Noor Zaman under immense pressure. The Pakistani star then mounted a remarkable comeback, winning the next two games and pushing the contest into a fifth and final game. Tensions peaked when Dessouky, frustrated with the referee’s calls, exited the court before the conclusion, awarding the match to Noor Zaman.

Noor Zaman’s Rising Trajectory

Earlier in the tournament, Noor Zaman had already defeated France’s Melvil Scianimanico in a tight 3–2 match. Last year, he stunned the squash world by beating world No. 20 and fifth seed Gregoire Marche at the Open Squash Classic in New York. He also captured the Nash Cup 2025 title in London, Canada, defeating Egypt’s Moustafa Elsirty in straight games.

In April 2025, Noor Zaman claimed the inaugural WSF World Under-23 Squash Championship, overcoming Egypt’s Kareem El Torkey in a close final, highlighting his rise as one of Pakistan’s brightest squash stars.

Next Challenge

With the quarterfinal berth confirmed, Noor Zaman now prepares for the next stage of the PSA Karachi Open, aiming to continue his winning momentum and solidify his position among the world’s elite young squash players.