Third World Title Win for Mohammad Asif at IBSF Snooker Championship

Umair Hussain·06/11/2024·2 min

In a stellar performance, Pakistan’s snooker star Mohammad Asif has claimed his World third IBSF Snooker Championship title, defeating Iran’s Ali Gharahgozlou in a gripping final held in Doha, Qatar. This victory reinforces Asif’s position as one of Pakistan’s all-time snooker greats and matches India’s Pankaj Advani’s record of three individual world titles.

Asif’s Wild Victory in IBSF Snooker Championship

Entering the championship as a qualifier through a wild card from the Pakistan Billiards and Snooker Association (PBSA), the 42-year-old demonstrated unmatched resilience and skill, advancing from the qualification rounds to dominate in the knockout stages.

Match	Player	Country	Score	Key Highlights
Asif vs Shehab	Muhammad Asif	Pakistan	4-1	Asif's two centuries (109, 112) secured victory after Shehab's 100-point opening break.
	Mohamed Shehab	UAE	1	Strong start but couldn't maintain momentum.
Elhareedy vs Chandler	Mahmoud Elhareedy	Egypt	4-1	Elhareedy dominated early; finished strong with 67-15 in the fifth.
	Harvey Chandler	England	1	Brief comeback with 66-point break, but lost momentum.
Gharaghouzlo vs Kothari	Ali Gharaghouzlo	Iran	4-1	Ali’s strong 72-point break set the tone.
	Sourav Kothari	India	1	Won third frame but lost control after that.

Decisive Moves in the Final Showdown

In the best-of-nine-frames final, Asif set the pace with a commanding 70-25 win in the first frame. Although Gharahgozlou leveled in the second frame, Asif quickly regained control, winning the third frame and delivering an impressive 106-point century break in the fourth. This marked his sixth century break of the tournament, giving him a decisive 3-1 lead.

Securing Victory and Inspiring Future Champions

Asif secured the title with a powerful 93-point break in the eighth frame, closing the match 5-3 and adding to his five world titles, including team championships. Asif’s triumph serves as an inspiration to upcoming Pakistani snooker talent, showcasing his dedication and skill on the global stage.