Sivasangari Proves Dominance in Malaysia Squash Cup 2024

Sivasangari Extends Winning Streak Against Aifa

NATIONAL woman’s squash star S. Sivasangari proved that she’s still one step ahead of Aifa Azman following a 11-9, 11-3, 11-6 win over the latter in the last eight of the Malaysia Squash Cup 2024 here today. The top-seeded Sivasangari overcame a nervy start to outplay the seventh-seeded Aifa at The Curve shopping mall, Damansara and march into the semi-finals of the bronze-level tournament of the Professional Squash Association (PSA) Squash Tour and extend her winning streak to 4-0 against Aifa.

Sivasangari to Face Georgia Adderley in Semi-Finals

In the semi-final, world number nine Sivasangari will take on Scotland’s Georgia Adderley, who disposed of Aifa’s sister, Aira, 11-4, 11-7, 11-13, 11-7 in the other quarter-final tie.

Sivasangari Feels Pressure as Top Seed

The 25-year-old Sivasangari admitted to feeling under pressure playing as the top seed. "I wanted to win just to show that I am still the national number one. She’s (Aifa) a good player and we all know there are a couple of Malaysian players who are really good out there. So, I am just happy to win this time," she told reporters.

Expecting a Tough Battle Against Adderley

The United States-based Sivasangari is expecting a tough battle, including lengthy rallies, against Adderley tomorrow. "She’s a tough opponent, runs a lot and picks up a lot of shots. I think it would be a completely different game than today. Hopefully, I can come up with a better game plan and play my best," she said.

Sivasangari’s Previous Encounter with Adderley

Both players had only met once, with Sivasangari winning 11-9, 11-9, 6-11, 11-9 in the 2024 China Open quarter-finals recently.

Conclusion

Sivasangari’s win over Aifa proves her dominance in the Malaysia Squash Cup 2024 and her ability to overcome pressure as the top seed. She will face a tough battle against Adderley in the semi-finals, but is confident in her ability to come up with a better game plan and play her best.

FAQs

• What was the score of Sivasangari’s match against Aifa?
  Sivasangari won 11-9, 11-3, 11-6.
• How many times has Sivasangari beaten Aifa?
  Sivasangari has beaten Aifa 4 times in a row.
• Who will Sivasangari face in the semi-finals?
  Sivasangari will face Scotland’s Georgia Adderley in the semi-finals.
• How did Sivasangari feel about playing as the top seed?
  Sivasangari admitted to feeling under pressure playing as the top seed.