(Premier Handball League): Burqan and Kuwait defeat Al-Salibikhat and Kazma
Burqan and Kuwait won their matches in the 18th week of the Kuwaiti Premier Handball League.
Translated by Qiyas from كونا — Original source
Kuwait City, October 20 (KUNA) -- Al-Burqan handball team defeated Al-Salhiya 28-27 on Tuesday, while Al-Kuwait beat Kazma 28-15, in matches of the 18th week of the Kuwaiti Premier Handball League for the 2025/2026 sports season. In a closely contested match, Al-Burqan edged out Al-Salhiya by a single goal (28-27) to secure second place and keep their hopes alive for qualifying for international competitions. Meanwhile, Al-Kuwait extended their winning streak with a well-deserved 28-15 victory over Kazma, maintaining their top position.
The defending champions, Al-Kuwait Club, lead the standings with 21 points, followed by Al-Burqan in second place with 17 points, Al-Arabi in third with 16 points, Kazma in fourth with 14 points, Al-Salhiya in fifth with 6 points, and Al-Nasr at the bottom with 2 points.
The 19th round of the Premier League will kick off next Friday with two matches: Al-Kuwait versus Al-Salhiya, and Al-Burqan versus Al-Arabi, both to be held at the Sheikh Saaed Al-Abdullah Sports Hall. (End) H.M.Sh / M.M.J
