Key points:
- First Pakistani women’s professional MMA champion
- Knockout victory secures 52kg title
- Win boosts women’s sports representation
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s trailblazing mixed martial arts (MMA) fighter Anita Karim has made history by winning the country’s first professional women’s MMA title, earning widespread praise for putting Pakistan on the global combat sports map.
Hailing from Hunza, Anita Karim clinched the 52kg title at the Infinite Championship event, becoming Pakistan’s first female MMA fighter to secure a professional title on home soil. She sealed the championship in emphatic fashion, knocking out Iranian fighter Parisa Shamsh Abadi in the first round of the final bout.
The victory marks another milestone in Karim’s growing international career. She has previously recorded notable wins in overseas competitions, establishing herself as one of Pakistan’s most successful female combat sports athletes.
Mixed martial arts
Sports analysts say the achievement is historic not only for Pakistani MMA but also for women’s sports in the country. They believe Karim’s success will encourage young people, particularly women, to take up mixed martial arts and challenge traditional barriers in competitive sports.
The Infinite Championship is regarded as a key platform for emerging fighters across Pakistan, providing professional exposure and helping develop the country’s MMA ecosystem. Observers say Karim’s triumph highlights the growing standard of local competitions and the potential of Pakistani athletes on the international stage.
Commenting on her success, sports commentators noted that Anita Karim’s achievement goes beyond winning a title. They said her victory has enhanced Pakistan’s image globally while serving as a powerful symbol of women’s empowerment and self-confidence.
With her latest win, Anita Karim has not only written a new chapter in Pakistan’s sporting history but has also inspired a new generation to pursue excellence in mixed martial arts.
