BANGKOK: The elections for the Board of Directors of the Asian Boxing Confederation were held in Bangkok, where Pakistan’s candidate secured a decisive victory.
In the South Asia region, Pakistan’s Muhammad Khalid Mehmood contested against India’s Ajay Singh. Khalid Mehmood received 18 votes, while Ajay Singh managed to get only 9.
The voting members overwhelmingly supported the Pakistani candidate over the Indian one, resulting in Khalid Mehmood’s successful election to the Board of Directors of the Asian Boxing Confederation.
This victory is not only a testament to Pakistan’s effective sports diplomacy but also signals growing confidence among regional countries in Pakistan’s role in sports leadership. Khalid Mehmood’s election presents an opportunity for Pakistan to strengthen its presence in international boxing affairs.
The election results will increase Pakistan’s influence in Asian boxing policymaking. Khalid Mehmood’s presence on the board could prove instrumental in promoting boxing across Pakistan and the broader South Asian region.
