Date: September 7, 2025
Location: Qayum Stadium, Peshawar Sports Complex, Pakistan
Title at Stake: Pakistani Bantamweight Championship (118 lbs)
📰 Event Recap
The city of Peshawar witnessed a thrilling night of boxing as Pakistan’s rising star, Hassan Manzoor, defended his Bantamweight Title against seasoned Egyptian fighter Fahd “Jungle Boy” Ashur. With thousands in attendance and many more watching online, this fight was more than a title bout — it was a showcase of determination, grit, and global sportsmanship.
🏆 Fight Result
Winner: Hassan Manzoor
Method: Unanimous Decision
Rounds: 5
Title: Successfully defended the Pakistani Bantamweight Title
Manzoor controlled the pace throughout the match, using quick footwork and sharp combinations to keep Ashur on the back foot. Although Ashur showed impressive resilience and defensive skill, Manzoor’s pressure and volume were simply too much over five rounds.
🔥 Key Highlights
Round-by-Round Breakdown
Round 1: Both fighters started cautiously. Manzoor landed clean jabs and low kicks, while Ashur relied on counters.
Round 2: Manzoor began to open up, landing a solid 1-2 combo that pushed Ashur to the ropes.
Round 3: A flurry of body shots from Manzoor visibly slowed Ashur down. The hometown crowd erupted.
Round 4: Ashur showed heart, absorbing heavy shots and landing a few crisp counters.
Round 5: Manzoor closed the show strong, dominating exchanges and leaving no doubt in the judges’ minds.
🎙️ Fighter Reactions
Hassan Manzoor:
“This victory is for Pakistan. Fighting in front of my people, defending this belt — it’s the proudest moment of my career. Respect to Fahd, he’s a warrior.”
Fahd “Jungle Boy” Ashur:
“It wasn’t my night, but I gave everything I had. Much respect to Hassan — and thank you, Pakistan, for the amazing hospitality.”
🌍 Why This Fight Mattered
National Pride: Manzoor proved he’s not only a local champion but a legitimate contender on the Asian scene.
International Attention: This Pakistan vs. Egypt bout brought spotlight to regional boxing and opened doors for future global matchups.
Boxing in Peshawar: Qayum Stadium lived up to the hype, hosting one of the most exciting combat sports events in recent years.
🚀 What’s Next?
With this win, Hassan Manzoor improves to 5–1 and strengthens his claim as the top bantamweight in Pakistan. Talks of a regional title shot or international matchup are already underway. For Fahd Ashur, the performance proves he still has the heart and endurance to compete at a high level.
📸 Final Thoughts
Fight Night in Peshawar delivered — a thrilling contest between two warriors who left it all in the ring. As Pakistani boxing continues to grow, Hassan Manzoor stands tall as its brightest beacon of hope.
