Pakistani kickboxer Agha Kaleem made the nation proud by winning a silver medal in the 51kg category at Tuesday’s International Federation of Muaythai Associations (IFMA) World Muaythai Championship.
Competing against top athletes from 40 countries, Kaleem performed strongly throughout the tournament but lost to a Russian opponent in the final.
Following his achievement, Kaleem took to social media to express his gratitude, particularly thanking the Shahid Afridi Foundation for their support. He also stated that winning the silver medal was “just the start” of his journey.
Agha Kaleem’s Inspiring Journey
Originally from Quetta and now residing in Baldia Town, Karachi, Kaleem has overcome significant challenges to reach this level. To support himself, he worked at a local food stall, selling tea while pursuing his passion for kickboxing and mixed martial arts (MMA).
His perseverance paid off when he received support from singer Ali Zafar and former cricket captain Shahid Afridi, enabling him to compete internationally. Kaleem previously won the International MMA Championship in 2023, further solidifying his reputation as a rising star in combat sports.
After his IFMA victory, Kaleem shared his gratitude on social media, tagging Ali Zafar, who responded, “Amazing! Believed in you all the way. So proud.” This support has been instrumental in Kaleem’s journey, and he remains determined to achieve even greater success in the future.
