Erbil:Cihan University-Erbil students showcased their skills during the Regional Universities Table Tennis Championship, which reached its second day on November 1, 2026. This stage of the tournament was marked by high-stakes competition as participants vied for spots in the semifinals.

According to Cihan University, the second day featured matches played under single-elimination rules, where players were immediately ousted upon losing a match. Cihan University-Erbil student Mawlood Asaad Ali engaged in a fiercely contested match against a student from Charmo University.

The competition was intense, with the Charmo University student taking an early lead by winning the first set 11–7. Mawlood Asaad Ali fought back to claim the second set 11–9. In the decisive third set, the Charmo University competitor regained the upper hand, winning 11–6. The fourth set saw both players adjusting their strategies, but the Charmo University participant maintained momentum with an 11–8 victory, ultimately winning the match 3–1 in sets.

This result marked the end of Cihan University-Erbil’s participation in the championship, despite Mawlood Asaad Ali’s commendable performance throughout the tournament.