BANGKOK, Thailand: Pakistan’s Sameer Khan emerged victorious against India’s Bunty Singh to claim the Youth World Bantamweight (YWB) boxing title at the World Siam Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.
Khan maintained control throughout Saturday’s match, launching a series of powerful strikes that kept his Indian rival on the defensive.
His performance led to a unanimous decision from the judges, awarding him the prestigious YWB belt.
After the fight, Khan expressed gratitude by kneeling to the ground and dedicating his triumph to the people of Pakistan.
“Alhamdulillah, I am the first Pakistani to win this title — UBO Youth World Bantamweight Champion,” he later posted on Instagram, sharing images from his win.
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Before the match even started, Khan caught attention with a ‘jet celebration’ gesture — a move that appeared to unsettle Bunty Singh.
The act was reminiscent of past sporting moments between Pakistan and India, drawing comparisons to a similar celebration by cricketer Haris Rauf that previously stirred controversy.
Felicitation
Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari felicitated Sameer Khan for his historic win.
In his message of felicitation, the president said the record win of Sameer Khan is a matter of pride for the entire nation.
He said Sameer Khan highlighted Pakistan’s image at the global level by clinching the title.
The president also commended the hard work, resolve and passion of the rising young boxer Sameer Khan.
