The Maldives junior girls’ tennis team put on a stellar performance at the 2025 Billie Jean King Cup Juniors Asia Oceania Pre-Qualifying in Kuching, Malaysia. Competing against strong regional teams, the Maldivian girls showcased their talent, determination, and resilience throughout the tournament.
Match Day 1: Maldives vs. Pacific Oceania
The Maldives team made a fantastic start to the tournament, securing a dominant 3-0 victory over Pacific Oceania on March 3rd.
- Match 1: Manha Mohamed Ali defeated Rongo Raetea 7-5, 6-3.
- Match 2: Naba Nishan fought hard to overcome Hakena Colita 4-6, 6-2, 6-3.
- Doubles Match: Aishath Karin Saizan and Manha Mohamed Ali showed great teamwork in a nail-biting match, winning 6-7, 7-6, 10-6 against Rongo Raetea and Tepa Alalilo.
This clean sweep set the tone for the tournament, highlighting the team’s strength and fighting spirit.
Match Day 2: Maldives vs. Mongolia
Continuing their momentum, the Maldives team dominated their second match against Mongolia on March 4th, once again securing a 3-0 win.
- Match 1: Manha Mohamed Ali cruised past Ganbaatar Khossolongo 6-2, 6-1.
- Match 2: Naba Nishan put on a commanding performance, defeating Aldarkhishig Khongorzul 6-1, 6-2.
- Doubles Match: Aishath Karin Saizan and Manha Mohamed Ali displayed a flawless performance, winning 6-0, 6-2 against Ganbaatar Khossolongo and Sugarsuren Sanchirmaa.
With back-to-back victories, Maldives advanced to the quarterfinals with confidence and determination.
Match Day 3: Quarterfinals – Maldives vs. Philippines
The quarterfinal match against the Philippines on March 6th proved to be a tough challenge for the Maldives team. Despite their valiant efforts, they fell short in a closely contested tie, losing 1-2.
- Match 1: Manha Mohamed Ali put up a great fight but lost to Ballado Jayden Reece 1-6, 6-1, 3-6.
- Match 2: Naba Nishan faced a strong opponent, losing to Diaz Jana Jelena Nicole 2-6, 1-6.
- Doubles Match: Aishath Karin Saizan and Manha Mohamed Ali started strong but had to retire at 2-3 against Ballado Jayden Reece and Ong Erynne Francesca.
A Remarkable Journey
Despite falling short in the quarterfinals, the Maldivian girls’ team delivered an incredible performance throughout the tournament. Winning two consecutive ties without dropping a match and fighting hard against a strong Philippines team demonstrates their progress and potential on the international stage.
Their efforts and dedication reflect the promising future of Maldives tennis, and this experience will undoubtedly serve as a stepping stone for even greater achievements ahead. Congratulations to the entire team and coaching staff for representing the Maldives with pride and passion!