Bafq handball team wins postponed match in Women’s Premier League
The Bafq handball team secured a victory against Ghadir Malayer in a postponed match from the first week of the Women’s Handball Premier League.
According to IRNA, the match, part of the 20th season of the league, was held Monday in Malayer.
With this win, Bafq increased its points tally to 10. The team defeated Ghadir Malayer 34-20, marking its fifth victory of the season. Meanwhile, Ghadir Malayer suffered its seventh consecutive loss in the first half of the league.
With this result, Bafq solidified its position in third place in the league standings at the end of the first half of the season. Ghadir Malayer remains at the bottom of the table as Shahid Chamran Larestan, with 14 points, and Naft o Gas Gachsaran, with 11 points, currently hold the top two spots in the league standings.
The Women’s Handball Premier League is one of Iran’s most competitive sports leagues, featuring teams from across the country. The league has grown significantly in recent years, with increased participation and viewership, reflecting the rising popularity of women’s sports in Iran.
Bafq’s handball team, known as Sang Ahan Bafq, has been a consistent performer in the league, often finishing in the top tiers of the standings. The team’s success is attributed to its strong roster and strategic gameplay, making it a formidable contender in the league.
Ghadir Malayer, on the other hand, has struggled this season, failing to secure a win in its first seven matches. The team’s performance highlights the challenges faced by some clubs in maintaining competitiveness, particularly in a league with a growing level of talent and intensity.