A boxer dies after being hit (Photo Credits: Screengrab/YouTube)
A boxer named Mohammad Aslam haling from Pishin died after being hit on a face by a rival during a fight in Karachi. The 33-year-old was contesting against Mohammad Wali in cruise weight category bout during “Fight Night Series” organised by Pakistan Boxing Council at a local club in Karachi, reported Geo News. The video of the incident has gone viral and it can be seen that after receiving a blow on his face, Aslam lost consciousness and fell on the ground. The fight took place on Sunday (February 01).
The boxer was taken to a private hospital where he was admitted to ICU. He, however, lost the battle and passed away on Sunday afternoon. Meanwhile, the Pakistan Boxing Federation has disassociated itself from the event and termed it as illegal.
Sports December 31, 2020
KARACHI: Pakistan Boxing Federation (PBF) plans to test England-based boxer Hakeem Abdul Hussein in the National Championship which will be held in the last week of February at Lahore.
“Yes, Hakeem wants to play for Pakistan. He plays in 69 kilogramme and is a good boxer. I have seen him playing,” PBF Secretary Col Nasir Tung told ‘The News’ on Wednesday. “We want to test him in the National Championship and see where he stands
“Coach Arshad Hussain also knows him well. Let’s see what happens. If he can be productive for Pakistan then it will be a welcome sign,” Nasir said.