Pakistan, Aug. 15 -- Pakistan's leading squash players Asim Khan and Ashab Irfan powered into the quarterfinals of the Johns Creek Open 2025, a $12,000 PSA Challenger event, after convincing second-round wins. Their strong performances kept the country's hopes alive in the competition and showcased Pakistan's continuing talent on the international squash circuit.

Top seed Asim Khan displayed excellent control and precision to defeat Egypt's Kareem Badawi 11-3, 11-6, 5-11, 11-8 in a 45-minute battle. He dominated the first two games with calculated rallies and sharp length, but Badawi fought back to take the third. Regrouping in the fourth game, Asim maintained composure to seal his spot in the last eight.

Second seed Ashab Irfan needed ...