Gold for IoBM at HEC All Pakistan Intervarsity Women’s Karate Championship 2024–25
We are proud to announce that Samrah Ejaz, a student of BS Media Studies (8th Semester), won the Gold Medal in the – 45kg weight category, proudly representing IoBM on the national stage at HEC All Pakistan Intervarsity Women Karate Championship 2024–25 held in Lahore.
Samrah is a true powerhouse — a fighter, a leader, and a champion. From securing medals at the Sindh and Karachi Games to representing HEC at the Nationals, she has consistently demonstrated excellence, determination, and leadership.
Her impact extends beyond competition — she also coached Team Sindh to 1st place at the Quaid-e-Azam Games 2024, showcasing her commitment to the sport and her ability to inspire others.
IoBM Celebrates Sporting Excellence at AKU Sports Olympiad 2025
The Institute of Business Management (IoBM) proudly announces its outstanding performance at the Aga Khan University Sports Olympiad 2025, where it competed among 36 universities from across Sindh. IoBM secured an impressive overall 3rd position, earning honors in Squash, Archery, Table Tennis, Badminton, Throwball, and Basketball.
IoBM Boys’ Squash Team Secures Consecutive Championship Victory
Continuing their legacy of excellence, the IoBM Boys’ Squash Team, Sarmad Abbas Khan (std_27060), emerged as the Gold Medalist for the fourth consecutive year. This remarkable achievement underscores the team’s dedication, consistency and athletic prowess.
IoBM Girls’ Archery Team Triumphs in Inaugural Competition
Archery was introduced for the first time in the AKU Sports Olympiad 2025 by the Aga Khan Sports Society. Representing IoBM in the 18-meter Women’s Category, Manaal Waseem (std_35730) secured the Gold Medal, marking a significant victory in the debut of this event.
IoBM Table Tennis Teams Excel Across Multiple Categories
IoBM’s Table Tennis teams delivered remarkable performances, earning Medals in several categories:
Boys’ Doubles:
Abdul Aziz (std_34747) and Muhammad Waleed Bin Salar (std_31180) were declared the Winners.
Boys’ Singles:
Abdullah Akram Tabba (std_30502) declared Runner-up.
Girls’ Singles:
Maham Nadeem (std_30884) secured the Runner-up.
IoBM Badminton Teams Demonstrate Competitive Excellence
IoBM’s Badminton Teams showcased outstanding skill and Sportsmanship:
Girls’ Singles:
Zainab Hanif Mughal (std_31056) declared Runner-up Boys’ Singles:
Hamza Ishtiaq Choudhry (std_33910) declared Runner-up.
IoBM Girls’ Throwball Team Achieves Runner-Up Title
The IoBM Girls’ Throwball Team exhibited strong team spirit and earned Runner- up Position in a highly competitive event.
IoBM Girls’ Basketball Team Achieves Runner- Up Trophy
The IoBM Girls’ Basketball Team secured the Runner-up Position, reflecting the institute’s ongoing commitment to excellence in sports.
IoBM Chancellor’s Trophy
The Institute of Business Management (IoBM) hosted the inaugural Chancellor’s Trophy, a spirited inter-departmental cricket tournament that brought together management and faculty in
thrilling competition. Chancellor IoBM Mr. Bashir Jan mohammad’s generous support for offering cash prizes ignited passion and determination in all teams. Organized under the inspiring leadership of Mr. Talib S. Karim, President IoBM and Ms. Sabina Mohsin, VP FHE and Chief Advisor, IoBM, the tournament showcased exceptional cricket talent while strengthening bonds across the entire IoBM community. The IoBM Chancellor’s Trophy was conceived as a platform to foster camaraderie and teamwork between Management and Faculty in a spirited, friendly environment. Beyond the thrill of competition, the tournament aimed to strengthen bonds, encourage collaboration, and create lasting connections—transforming colleagues into teammates both on and off the field.
The overwhelming success of this first edition, marked by fierce yet friendly competition and unforgettable moments on the pitch, has firmly established IoBM Chancellor’s Trophy as a new annual tradition that promises to grow in scale and excitement with each passing year. The exciting final match was played between CCSIS Panthers and Rector Pumas. CCSIS Panthers hoisted the inaugural title by winning the match by 4 runs. CCSIS Panthers won all of their matches with 10-wickets, expect for the Final, which they won on the very last ball by 4 runs. Rector Pumas were awarded with the runners-up trophy.
The logistics of the IoBM Chancellor’s Trophy was managed by the Sports and Student Affairs Department in collaboration with MARCOM along with General Administration and Housekeeping.
TEAMS
1.President Lions
Manager: Mr. Talib S. Karim, President IoBM
Captain: Nabhan Karim, HoD MARCOM
2.Chief Advisor Tigers
Manager: Ms. Sabina Mohsin, VP FHE and Chief Advisor IoBM
Captains: Mr. Mohsin Furqan and Mr. MisbahUddin, GM, HR & General Admin
3.Rector Pumas
Manager: Prof. Dr. Tariq Rahim Soomro, Rector, IoBM Captain: Dr. Muhammad Arif, Acting Registrar, IoBM
4.CCSIS Panthers
Manager and Captain: Prof. Dr. Muhammad Abbas, Dean CCSIS
5.CBM Cheetahs
Manager and Captain: Prof. Dr. Muhammad Kashif, Dean CBM
6.Admin Lynx
Manager and Captain: Lt. Col Mr. Muhammad Faraz, Senior Manager, Security, Maintenance and Proctor Office
Match Results April 16, 2025
- CBM Cheetahs (94 for 2) def. Admin Lynx (93 for 7) by 8 wickets
- CCSIS Panthers (68 for 0) def. Rector Pumas (63 for 4) by 10 wickets
April 17, 2025
- Rector Pumas (113 for 0) defeated President Lions (110 for 5) by 10 wickets
- Chief Advisor Tigers (160 for 3) defeated Admin Lynx (143 for 1) by 17 runs
- CCSIS Panthers (53 for 0) def. President Lions (49 for 5) by 10 wickets
- CBM Cheetahs (129 for 2) def. Chief Advisor Tigers (126 for 1) by 8 wickets
Semi-Finals
- Rector Pumas (77 for 0) def. CBM Cheetahs (75 for 6) by 10 wickets
- CCSIS Panthers (90 for 0) def. Chief Advisor Tigers (86 for 6) by 10 wickets
Final
- CCSIS Panthers (103 for 1) def. Rector Pumas (99 for 3) by 4 runs
Tournament Highlights
Top Performers & Record Holders
- Most Runs: M. Raheel (Rector Pumas) – 168 runs
- Most Wickets: Hassam (CCSIS Panthers) – 6 wickets
- Highest Individual Score: Ahsan Ul Haq (Admin Lynx) – 80 runs
- Most Sixes (Tournament): Nisar Ali (CCSIS Panthers) – 19 sixes
- Most Fours (Tournament): Fahad (CCSIS Panthers) – 9 fours
- Most Catches: Dr. Midhat (CBM Cheetahs) – 5 catches
- Fastest Fifty: Nisar Ali (CCSIS Panthers) – 50 runs in just 10 balls!
- Highest Partnership: M. Raheel & Zafar – 113 runs in 33 balls
- Most Balls Faced: M. Raheel (Rector Pumas) – 52 balls
- Most Sixes in an Innings: Dr. Naeem Ansari (CBM Cheetahs) – 10 sixes
- Most Fours in an Innings: M. Raheel (Rector Pumas) – 5 fours
- Best Economy Rate (Bowler): Salman (CCSIS Panthers) – 6.83
Tournament Awards
- Best Batsman: M. Raheel (Rector Pumas)
- Best Bowler: Hassam (CCSIS Panthers)
- Best Fielder: Dr. Midhat (CBM Cheetahs)
- Best All-Rounder: Fahad (CBM Cheetahs)
Please find below the links to the website write-up and pictures:
Website: https://www.iobm.edu.pk/news-events/detail/iobm-hosts-first-ever-iobm-chancellors- trophy-2025
