19 May 2025
TM Congratulates National Sepak Takraw Team on Outstanding Performance at ASTAF Sepaktakraw Asian Cup 2025
KUALA LUMPUR, 19 May 2025 – Telekom Malaysia Berhad (“TM” or “the Group”), the Official Partner of the National Sepak Takraw Team, congratulates the team for their outstanding performance at the ASTAF Sepaktakraw Asian Cup 2025, held at the Titiwangsa Indoor Stadium, Kuala Lumpur.
TM is proud to have supported the national team as they secured two out of four championship titles — in the Regu and Quadrant events. The tournament provided a meaningful platform in showcasing the talents of local athletes and the spirit of traditional Malaysian sports.
Amar Huzaimi Md Deris, TM Group Chief Executive Officer said, “We are proud of our national team for their strong performance throughout the tournament — not only for their talent, but for the grit and unity they displayed, which are qualities we deeply value at TM. Their achievements in the Asian Cup tournament have strengthened our commitment to continue supporting the development of Malaysian sports as an integral part of our nation-building journey.”
Dato’ Mohd Sumali Reduan, President of Persatuan Sepaktakraw Malaysia (PSM), added, “This tournament has been a meaningful step forward for Malaysian sepak takraw. Securing two championship titles on home ground is a testament to the hard work, discipline, and passion of our national athletes. On behalf of the national team and the sepak takraw community, we extend our heartfelt thanks to TM for their support and shared belief in our mission to nurture homegrown talent and elevating the traditional sports to the global arena.”
TM extends its sincere appreciation to all fans and Malaysians for their unwavering support, which has been a powerful source of strength for the national team and the continued growth of sepak takraw.
By aligning with a sport that symbolises agility, teamwork, and national pride, TM continues its legacy of uplifting Malaysian sports while fostering a spirit of unity and excellence. This collaboration not only strengthens TM’s role as a nation-builder but also reaffirms its commitment to touching lives and empowering communities through meaningful initiatives beyond technology.
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