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Sports Minutes with Zia-ul Raushan

Delve beyond the headlines in the world of sport to suss out the synergy between sport and daily life by tuning in daily for all the big sporting stories, quirky anecdotes and hot takes on Sports Minutes.

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32:21

Sports Minutes: Matt Silva on rising to the challenge...

Sports Minutes with Zia-ul Raushan ·

2025/02/14

Matt Silva has enjoyed a globetrotting football journey, playing in Canada, Sweden, Portugal, the Philippines, and now Singapore. The 32-year-old recently joined Tanjong Pagar United in the Singapore Premier League and was handed the captain’s armband on his debut. So how did this move came about, what it’s like working under legendary coach Noh Alam Shah, and what are the challenges of adapting to a new league. And could Singapore become more than just another pitstop on his football

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Sports Minutes: How Parabowls Singapore is looking to...

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2025/02/05

We normally talk about the goals, the glory, and the game-changers on this show. But beyond the usual sporting headlines, there’s a different kind of story—one that’s transforming lives and redefining inclusivity. So how can lawnbowls - a relatively non-mainstream sport - be a catalyst for social good?Ganesh Ramanathan, President of Parabowls Singapore tells us more.Got a story to tell? Get in touch!raushan@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Sports Minutes: How 1896 Travel is giving weekend...

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2025/01/31

Travel with a twist! Weekend warrriors are turning their social games into pro-level adventures overseas. Complete with referees, live broadcast and the adreneline of high-level competition. Intrigued and interested? Sports minutes has the details!READ MORE:https://www.straitstimes.com/sport/football/want-to-feel-like-a-pro-footballer-weekend-warriors-travel-from-singapore-to-vietnam-for-the Got a story to tell? Get in touch!raushan@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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17:21

Sports Minutes: Upsets galore in the Singapore...

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2025/01/27

Ain’t no story like an underdog story, and that was the case in the Singapore Premier League this past weekend! A host of interim managers making instant impacts - with Hougang United, Tanjong Pagar United & the Young Lions also securing memorable wins. We discuss and dissect it all on Sports Minutes, in the company of Deepanraj Ganesan. READ

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Sports Minutes: Manchester-born Hasney Aljofree on...

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2025/01/24

A former English pro with a pedigree as polished as his Mancunian accent, Hasney Aljofree is now rewriting Singapore’s football story - in his role as Head of Coach Development & Education with the Football Association of Singapore. What’s his take on youth development, coaching philosophies, and his son’s potential ties to the Lion City? Tune in for a no-holds-barred chat on Sports Minutes. READ

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Sports Minutes: How Koach Hub is transforming...

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2025/01/23

What happens when a tech guru follows his heart into the world of football? Tune in as we hear from Tariq Cassim, CEO & co-founder of Koach Hub, who’s blending his expertise in tech with his love for the game. Leveraging on technology and data, learn how Koach Hub is empowering players, coaches, and clubs with metrics-driven solutions—and why the future of sports is digital. Got a story to tell? Get in touch!raushan@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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20:22

Sports Minutes: The Singapore Premier League returns,...

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2025/01/20

The Singapore Premier League is back! 4 matches,14 goals scored and talking points aplenty! With the league-leading Lion City Sailors securing a statement victory and the Eagles of Geylang International continuing to soar, who caught the eye? Deepanraj Ganesan weighs in on Sports Minutes. READ MORE:https://www.straitstimes.com/sport/football/veteran-pair-help-tanjong-pagar-united-end-six-match-losing-run-in-1-1-draw-with-young-lions Got a story to tell? Get in touch!raushan@sph.com.sgSee

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38:42

Sports Minutes: Adam Swandi on his glittering career...

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2025/01/03

"New Year, New Me!" - that's a mantra you'll hear plenty of this time of the year. But for Adam Swandi it means something entirely different - having recently been forced into retirement from football at just 28 years of age due to a life-threatening heart condition. So how is the former Sailor dealing with the setback, and what does the future hold? He sat down with Sports Minutes to tell us more. READ

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20:14

Sports Minutes: Singapore bow out of the semi-final,...

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2024/12/30

And so the journey comes to an end. Despite the valiant effort of Singapore to overturn a 2-0 first leg deficit, it’s Vietnam who booked their spot in the ASEAN Championship finals. As for our Lions, they will left licking their wounds, contemplating what could have been. Was the tournament a step in the right direction for Singapore? And could this be the end of the road for NT skipper Hariss Harun? Deepanraj Ganesan, sports reporter with The Straits Times, weigh in on Sports Minutes. READ

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Sports Minutes: Late heartbreak for Singapore leaves...

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2024/12/27

The Lions were left licking their wounds as two late goals proved to be the sucker punch to Singapore's AFF Championship title ambitions - with Vietnam seizing a crucial first-leg advantage in the semi-finals. Heading into the away tie on 29 December, can the Lions pick themselves up to achieve the most improbable of comebacks? Hassan Sunny, ex-Singapore international & Deepanraj Ganesan, sports reporter with The Straits Times, weigh in on Sports Minutes. READ

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15:50

Sports Minutes: Singapore’s qualification hopes hang...

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2024/12/18

It's all to play for heading into the final round of Group A fixtures in the ASEAN Championship after Singapore's 4-2 loss to Thailand. But does the endeavour shown in the opening half, coupled by a sizeable turnout of 22,611 fans give the Lions fresh optimism and impetus to secure a spot in the semi-finals? Deepanraj Ganesan weighs in on Sports Minutes. READ

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Sports Minutes: Shahdan Sulaiman on ‘surprise’...

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2024/12/16

Sports Minutes heads into the Lions Den for this episode, as we check in with Shahdan Sulaiman ahead of Singapore's match against Thailand on 17th December. Has 6 points from the opening 2 matches papered over the cracks, and could this be the 36-year old's final hurrah for the National Team? All that more on this episode! Got a story to tell? Get in touch with us!raushan@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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17:23

Sports Minutes: How football provided a sanctuary and...

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2024/11/27

What if football was more than just a game? On Sports Minutes, 17-year-old Denilson - a footballer with Geylang International - shares how the beautiful game became his safe haven from life’s challenges. From growing up without his parents to training in Japan, he talks about resilience, grit, and chasing a dream against all odds. READ MORE:https://www.straitstimes.com/sport/football/football-gives-geylang-international-youth-player-denilson-purpose-and-new-experiences Got a story to tell? Get in

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Sports Minutes: Blake Ricciuto on Tanjong Pagar’s...

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2024/11/25

Ever heard of the saying “you only realise what you’ve lost when it’s gone”? Well that has certainly been the case for Tanjong Pagar United this season - with a host of high profile exits, both within their coaching team and playing personnel culminating in the team languishing at the bottom of the Singapore Premier League table. Why and how has it amounted to this? And was it a case of jumping ship before sinking for those who have departed? Former Jaguar Blake Ricciuto spills the beans Sports

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Sports Minutes: An athlete’s playbook for corporate...

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2024/11/22

What happens when medal-winning athletes exchange the thrill of victory for the challenges of the corporate world? Sports Minutes delves into the inspiring journeys of champions who’ve channeled their resilience and passion to excel beyond the world of sports - in conversation with Wendy Koh, Managing Director & Executive Vice President of Capgemini SEA, Rachel Yang, a retired national pole vaulter who set national records despite a career-threatening spinal injury, now a senior consultant at

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Sports Minutes: Singapore's AFF Championship...

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2024/11/19

So, what went wrong for our Lions? Just days after a thrilling win over Myanmar, Singapore stumbled in a 3-2 defeat to Chinese Taipei, leaving fans frustrated and questioning the team’s readiness ahead of the upcoming AFF Championship. We hear from various players within the camp as well as Deepanraj Ganesan - unpacking the lessons learnt and the road ahead for Ogura and co. READ

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Sports Minutes: How this 48-year old redefined ageing...

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2024/11/18

Think your age holds you back? Think again, Because aged 48, Tham Boon Kit became a world champion in martial arts - proving that active aging unlocks strength, purpose, and possibility. Tune in to hear his journey and get inspired to rethink what age can mean for you.Got a story to tell? Get in touch with us!raushan@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Sports Minutes: Singapore rev up AFF Championship...

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2024/11/15

A late late comeback clinched Singapore a 3-2 victory over Myanmar - their first win in over a year. But can the Lions keep this momentum heading into the AFF Championship? We hear from the goal scorers and Faris Ramli, who doesn’t hold back on the team’s flaws – plus, Safuwan Baharudin - who's availability for selection is now in question. READ MORE:https://www.straitstimes.com/sport/football/late-comeback-sees-singapore-beat-myanmar-in-warmup-match-for-mitsubishi-electric-cup Got a story to tell

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Sports Minutes: From cancer survivor to competitive...

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2024/11/11

Few have faced what Annie Yam has, and come out stronger. Twice a cancer survivor, Annie returned to competitive swimming, proving her spirit is as strong as her strokes. And on Sports Minutes today, she shares her emotional journey of survival, hope, and resilience. READ MORE: https://www.straitstimes.com/sport/for-masters-swimmer-and-cancer-survivor-annie-yam-being-in-the-pool-is-already-a-victoryGot a story to tell? Get in touch with us!raushan@sph.com.sg See omnystudio.com/listener for

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Sports Minutes: All you need to know ahead of the...

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2024/11/08

As the Singapore Squash Open returns to the Lion City, Alex Wan, general manager of Singapore Squash, and Jerome Aw, a local wildcard, join us to share insights on the prestigious tournament. Jerome opens up about his imminent debut and training, while Alex explains what makes this event so significant. And with the sport’s inclusion for the 2028 Olympic games, tune in to see why Team Singapore's squash team is on the rise! Got a story to tell? Get in touch with us!raushan@sph.com.sgSee

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