Pakistani middleweight boxer Shahir Afridi clinched a stunning technical knockout (TKO) victory against India’s Trijot Singh Bawa in a thrilling ranking bout in Thailand. The fourth-round win, alongside Aalia Soomro’s first-round knockout in the women’s segment, showcased Pakistan’s rising boxing prowess on the international stage.
Afridi overwhelmed Bawa with a fierce onslaught of punches from the opening bell, keeping his opponent defensive. By the third round, Bawa struggled to withstand Afridi’s relentless combinations. Early in the fourth, the referee halted the fight, citing Bawa’s inability to defend himself, and declared Afridi the winner by TKO. This victory boosts Afridi’s professional record to 16 wins, one loss, and one draw in 18 fights, solidifying his middleweight standing.
Pakistans 🇵🇰 Shaheer Afridi Brutally Smash Indian Boxer 🇮🇳 Trijot Bawa in Ranking Fight in Thailand 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻pic.twitter.com/IcHjd7qLab
— ٰImran Siddique (@imransiddique89) May 3, 2025Known as “The Markhor,” the 27-year-old Afridi balances his boxing career with service in the Sindh Police’s Rapid Response Force, adding depth to his inspiring story.
Pakistan’s Aalia Soomro electrified the event in the women’s division by knocking out her Thai opponent in the first round. Her swift victory underscored Pakistan’s growing talent pool in international boxing.
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Shahir Afridi’s TKO victory over Trijot Singh Bawa and Aalia Soomro’s rapid knockout mark a proud moment for Pakistani boxing. As Afridi cements his middleweight legacy, these triumphs boost national pride and set the stage for future international success. Pakistan’s boxing stars continue to shine brightly.
