In a groundbreaking achievement for Pakistan, the British-Pakistani women’s boxer Laura Akram has secured the country’s first-ever world-level medal at the prestigious World Boxing Challenge, held in the Czech Republic.
Akram delivered a dominant performance in her quarterfinal bout against Palestine’s Noura Salman and in the 57kg category earned a place in the semifinals, ensuring a spot on the podium.
This is Pakistan’s first-ever world-level medal in elite women’s boxing at the world level, a historic feat for the country.
Akram, 39, who began competing for Pakistan internationally in 2023, managed to secure a stellar 5-0 victory and will face Mongolia’s Michidmaa Erdenedalai in semi-finals.
As part of Olympic-style boxing events, all semifinalists are awarded a bronze medal, irrespective of the final outcome.
Following the conclusion of the World Boxing Challenge, Akram will turn her focus to the upcoming World Boxing Cup in Astana, Kazakhstan, from June 30 to July 6, before heading to Liverpool for the 2025 World Championships.
