Usman Wazir has retain the title of Pakistani Youth World Boxing Champion
Saturday successfully defended his world title and defeated Tanzanian boxer Faqiri Salim, reported 24NewsHD TV channel.
Usman Wazir, in an eight-round fight at Lalak Jan Shaheed Nishan Haider Stadium in Gilgit defeated Faqiri Salim and defended his title.
All the judges unanimously declared Usman Wazir the winner based on points. The fight Wazir's eleventh international fight and he is unbeaten so far with a score of eleven zero.
In the first six rounds, the Tanzanian opponent gave Wazir a tough time, but his attacks in the last two rounds left the rival helpless and on Wazir’s mercy. Usman showed excellent boxing skills and stamina throughout the fight.
Usman defended his world title at his home ground Gilgit for the first time, where a large number of fans reached Lalak Jan Stadium to support their hero. The stadium echoed with slogans of Pakistan Zindabad as the victorious champ lifted the trophy.