Afghanistan’s Boxing Star Malikzada Triumphs in German National Championship

Afghanistan’s boxing star Hasib Malikzada won Germany’s 60kg national championship, defeating top competitors with skill and experience, boosting his prospects for international selection.

Hasib Malikzada, a former Afghanistan national boxer, won the 60-kilogram title at Germany’s national boxing trials after four consecutive victories. His performance highlighted his technical skill and experience against strong German competitors.

Malikzada, who represented Afghanistan in international competitions including the 2021 World Boxing Championships in Serbia, has a long history of success in Asian and regional boxing events. His career has been marked by perseverance and consistent performance at high-level competitions.

After leaving Afghanistan, Malikzada continued his professional boxing career in Europe, joining German boxing clubs and competing in the country’s top leagues. He quickly established himself as one of the leading technical lightweight boxers in Germany.

Sources familiar with the trials said Malikzada’s tactical approach and ring intelligence set him apart, allowing him to outperform seasoned German opponents. His victory is seen as a major step toward joining the German national boxing team for upcoming international competitions.

Malikzada’s success underscores the growing presence of Afghanistan athletes in international sports, and his journey is an example of talent continuing to flourish despite displacement from home countries.

Meanwhile, Malikzada’s win could inspire other Afghanistan boxers to pursue professional careers abroad, highlighting the opportunities available in European leagues for skilled athletes.

With this championship, Malikzada strengthens his position as a contender for major international events, signaling his readiness to compete at the highest level while representing a new national team.

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