Ayesha Mumtaz, a schoolgirl from Sargodha, has secured a medal for Pakistan at the Asian Junior and School Boxing Championship in Al Ain City, Abu Dhabi. Her strong performance in the quarterfinals earned her a spot in the semi-finals and a guaranteed bronze medal.
Mumtaz defeated Thi Hong Yen Nguyen of Vietnam in her quarterfinal match, showcasing her superior skills and tactics. This victory clinched a bronze medal, making her the second female Pakistani boxer to win a medal at the Asian Boxing Championships.
Competing in the pin weight (46kg) category for schoolgirls, Mumtaz represented Pakistan as the only participant. Her effective left-handed hooks and sharp attacks were key in defeating Nguyen, propelling her into the semi-finals as a formidable competitor.
Hadiya Kamal was the only other Pakistani woman to medal at this championship, earning a bronze in 2022 through a direct semi-final entry.
The Pakistan Boxing Federation (PBF) has expressed pride in Mumtaz’s accomplishment, recognizing the athlete and her support team’s hard work and commitment.
PBF President Muhammad Khalid Mahmood congratulated Mumtaz, her coach, and her family on this significant victory. “Mumtaz’s success is a testament to the potential of Pakistani athletes internationally.
