Revival Sports has signed Aishath Afnaan Rasheed for its Indian Ocean Island Games (IOIG) 2027 Development Project, with the former national champion set to reunite with Maisa Fathuhulla Ismail in the women’s doubles event as she works towards securing a place in the Maldives’ IOIG squad.

Afnaan, a former three-time national champion, joins Revival Sports setup as the club continues to strengthen its preparations for the 2027 Indian Ocean Island Games.

The partnership will also see Afnaan and Maisa team up once again in women’s doubles, bringing together two experienced players as they aim to build their form and competitiveness ahead of the regional multi-sport event.

Afnaan most recently claimed the silver medal in women’s doubles at the 50th National Badminton Tournament, underlining her continued presence among the country’s leading players.

Through the IOIG 2027 Development Project, Revival Sports aims to support Afnaan’s preparation and development as she pursues selection to the national squad for the Games.

The signing adds further experience to Revival Sports’ development project as the club continues its commitment to preparing Maldivian badminton players for major international competitions.

With the IOIG 2027 approaching, Afnaan and Maisa’s renewed partnership offers another opportunity to develop their women’s doubles combination while working towards the goal of representing the Maldives on home soil.