Kijan Sultana: Rising through the ranks of World Squash

Kijan Sultana’s squash journey took root at Malta’s National Sports School, where he developed the discipline to balance academics with an increasing dedication to the sport.

His commitment grew further at age 14, when he moved to Wycliffe College in the UK to refine his squash skills while continuing his studies. During this period, he achieved an impressive No. 2 ranking in the European junior circuit – a milestone that opened new doors.

At 15, Kijan moved even farther afield, heading to Australia to train at the Daisy Hill Squash & Racket Club under coach Bradley Hindle.

Immersed in a highly competitive environment, he gained invaluable experience and captured multiple junior titles.

Alongside his training, Kijan pursued a Bachelor’s degree in Business, majoring in Sport Management at Griffith University – knowledge that now complements his career and supports his contributions to the squash community.

Today, at 21, Kijan is a professional player on the PSA World Tour.

Over the past two years, he has surged more than 300 places in the global rankings, reaching a career-high of World No. 202.

While his main focus remains on training and competing internationally, he also lends support to activities at Daisy Hill Squash, sharing his passion for the sport and helping to foster a strong squash community.

Kijan’s training programme in Australia is supported by the Malta Sport Scholarships Scheme, financed by the Government of Malta. At the same time, the Maltese Olympic Committee, Sport Malta, and Malta Squash continue to back his participation in international competitions.

Still early in his professional journey, Kijan’s talent and growing experience on the PSA circuit are paving the way for even greater success – with his sights firmly set on climbing higher in the world rankings and representing Malta at the highest international level.