Kuwait trounces Hong Kong 39-25 in 22nd Asian Handball Championship

KUWAIT, Jan 17 (KUNA) -- Host nation Kuwait delivered a commanding performance, routing their Hong Kong counterparts 39-25 in a thrilling Group C clash at the 22nd Asian Men's Handball Championship on Saturday.
The impressive victory, their second consecutive win of the tournament, has significantly bolstered Kuwait's position in the preliminary round at the Sheikh Saad Al-Abdullah Sports Complex.
Kuwait exerted control from the outset, showcasing superior strategy and execution to establish a formidable lead. They entered the interval with a comfortable 23-12 advantage.
The second half saw no let-up in their performance, as they maintained relentless pressure and complete command of the match to seal the emphatic result.
Kuwaiti player Haider Dashti was named the best player of the match for his pivotal role in directing the Kuwaiti attack.
This 14-goal triumph follows Kuwait's opening-night rout of India (46-12). Currently perched atop Group C, Kuwait prepares for a high-stakes showdown against the United Arab Emirates this Monday to determine the group winner.
Earlier today, two matches were played: Iran defeated Australia 39-13, and the UAE triumphed over India 43-21.
The tournament serves as the primary continental qualifier for the 2027 IHF Men's World Championship in Germany, with the top four finishers securing direct berths. (end) hms.ibi