Shahmalarani ousts world champion for shot at kumite gold


Outstanding: Karate exponent C. Shahmalarani has assured herself of a medal at the Asian Championships after reaching the final for a showdown against the host country’s Gulshan Alimardanova.
Outstanding: Karate exponent C. Shahmalarani has assured herself of a medal at the Asian Championships after reaching the final for a showdown against the host country’s Gulshan Alimardanova.

PETALING JAYA: Karate exponent C. Shahmalarani summoned up all her energy to upset reigning world champion Moldir Zhangbyrby of Kazakhstan 9-1 to reach the final of the Asian Championships in Tashkent, Uzbekistan.

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