Pakistan Women Clinch 58‑34 Victory Over Japan to Open Plate Division at Asian Netball Championships.

Pakistan’s women’s netball team began the 2026 Asian Netball Championships in Hong Kong with a 58‑34 win over Japan. The match was part of the plate division, the group for teams not in the top tier. The Pakistani squad displayed disciplined teamwork and strong attack, securing the first points of the tournament. Chairman Zafar Awan, President Malik Sameen Kham, and Muhammad Riaz of the Pakistan Netball Federation praised the players, coaching staff, and officials for their performance. After the victory, Pakistan will focus on its remaining plate‑division matches, hoping to carry the confidence into the next stage.