Larosh Khan & Zabirah Islam Win National Badminton Doubles Championship Peshawar 2026

PESHAWAR, Pakistan – WAPDA (Water and Power Development Authority) delivered a dominant performance at the 62nd National Badminton Championship, concluding February 9th at the Pakistan Sports Board in Peshawar. The team secured an impressive haul of four gold, four silver and six bronze medals, solidifying their position as a powerhouse in Pakistani badminton.

WAPDA’s Team Triumph

The eight-day championship, organized by the Pakistan Badminton Federation, saw participation from eleven teams including Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Punjab, Sindh, AJK, Islamabad, Pakistan Army, Pakistan Railways, SNGPL, WAPDA, Higher Education Commission, and Police. WAPDA’s men’s team clinched the gold medal in the Men’s Team Event, defeating the Pakistan Army 3-1 in a compelling final. This victory showcased not only exceptional skill but also strong teamwork and determination from the WAPDA squad.

While the men’s team celebrated gold, the WAPDA women’s team also performed admirably, reaching the final and securing the silver medal. The Army team ultimately took gold in the Women’s Team Event.

Individual Event Successes

WAPDA players excelled in the individual events as well, contributing significantly to the team’s overall medal count. Mahoor Shahzad claimed the gold medal in Women’s Singles, defeating her teammate Ghazala Siddiqui, who secured the silver. The Women’s Doubles event saw a mixed result for WAPDA, with Zubaira Islam partnering with Umama from SNGPL to win gold. However, Ghazala Siddiqui, paired with Palwasha from the Army team, earned a silver medal in the same category.

In the Men’s Singles competition, Larosh Ali earned a bronze medal for WAPDA. The Men’s Doubles event saw Larosh Ali and Muhammad Adnan finish as runners-up, taking home the silver medal. A highlight of the championship was the victory of Larosh Ali and Zubaira Islam in Mixed Doubles, where they defeated Army’s Shoaib Riaz and Alja Tariq to claim the gold.

Key Players Drive WAPDA’s Success

Several key players were instrumental in WAPDA’s overall success. Ali Larosh, Zubaira Islam, Ghazala Siddiqui, and Qari Muhammad Adnan consistently delivered strong performances throughout the championship. Their contributions were vital in both team and individual events.

Final Team Standings and Notable Matches

Beyond WAPDA’s impressive showing, the championship highlighted the competitive strength of the Pakistan Army and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. In the team events, the men’s team standings were as follows: WAPDA (gold), Pakistan Army (silver), and SNGPL and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa sharing the bronze. The women’s team event saw Army secure gold, WAPDA finish second, and SNGPL and Punjab sharing the bronze.

The men’s doubles final featured a clash between Army’s Raja M Hasnain and Raja Zulqarnain Haider and WAPDA’s M Ali Larosh and M Adnan. The women’s doubles title was claimed by Zubaira Islam and Umama Usman, who defeated Ghazala Siddique and Palwasha Bashir in straight sets. The mixed doubles final, as mentioned, saw WAPDA’s Larosh Ali and Zubaira Islam triumph over the Army pairing of Shoaib Riaz and Alja Tariq.

Semifinal Showdowns

The road to the finals was paved with intense competition. February 8th saw Murad Ali of KP and Muqeet Tahir of WAPDA advance to the men’s singles final after impressive semifinal victories. In the women’s singles event, WAPDA’s Mahoor Shahzad and Ghazala Siddique also secured their spots in the final.

Looking Ahead

WAPDA’s dominant performance at the 62nd National Badminton Championship underscores their continued commitment to developing and supporting top badminton talent in Pakistan. The championship provided a platform for showcasing the skills of both established and emerging players, and the results suggest a bright future for the sport in the country. The success of players like Mahoor Shahzad, Zubaira Islam, and Larosh Ali will undoubtedly inspire future generations of badminton enthusiasts.