Afghanistan, Dec. 8 -- Afghan boxer Zaki Hakimzada defeated his American opponent in a competitive WBC bout in Washington, securing a championship belt and marking a major milestone in his career.
Afghan professional boxer Zaki Hakimzada has won a WBC title after beating his American rival in a closely contested match in Washington, D.C., on Saturday night, Dec. 6.
The fight took place in the 55-kilogram weight division and drew attention from Afghanistan sports fans abroad, according to local media reports.
Hakimzada, who has competed in several professional bouts before this event, secured victory in the final rounds, relying on his speed, technique and prior ring experience.
Before this win, Hakimzada had recorded five victories in k...