ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s 23-year-old boxer, Alia Soomro, delivered a seismic jolt to the world of professional boxing by defeating Thailand’s Suthida Gunya Noch in under a minute—44 seconds to be exact—claiming Pakistan’s first-ever female world boxing title in Bangkok.
With a single, devastating knockout punch, she didn’t just win a title; she carved her name into history.
A fighter forged in the vibrant heart of Lyari—a neighbourhood famed for its raw sporting talent and iron-willed youth—Alia’s triumph is more than a personal victory.
Back in Karachi, Alia was welcomed like a national treasure. The Sindh government pulled out all the stops to celebrate their champion.
At a jubilant ceremony held at CM House, Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah wrapped her in a traditional Sindhi Ajrak, symbolising not just honour but the cultural embrace of a nation.
The CM also announced a Rs. 1 million cash prize and assured Alia of the government’s unwavering support for her future career.
“Alia has made Pakistan proud globally,” the Chief Minister declared. “She is not just a champion in the ring, but a symbol of courage, resilience, and hope for our youth—especially our girls.”
