26/12/2009
KARACHI: The British-born Pakistani boxing sensation Amir Khan, who rose to fame after being crowned WBA world light-welterweight champion on July 18 this year, will be visiting Pakistan with his parents from Jan 7 to 10.
Though the itinerary of his maiden visit to Pakistan is being chalked out, Amir will show his world-title belt to the people particularly, the youth, to inspire them towards the sport. He will also share his success with people of the country.
The proposed visit has been arranged by Pakistan Boxing Federation particularly for the upcoming an international Boxing event named in memory of late former Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shaheed Benazir Bhutto International Boxing Tournament Which will be held from 1st to 9 January at Benazir Sports complex Karachi Pakistan.
Up to 20 countries will taking part in said mega event one of the best and historical event at Pakistani soil.
World Champion British born Pakistani Boxer Amir Khan will be the chief guest. Said in a statement Spokesmen of Pakistan Boxing Federation.
Born in Bolton on Dec 8, 1986, the 5’10” pugilist defeated Andrean Kotelnik at the age of 22 to land WBA world light-welterweight title.
Previously, Amir was in the lightweight division where he held the Commonwealth and WBA international titles. He was also the youngest British Olympic boxing medallist when he won a silver medal at the 2004 Olympics.
Amir, who began boxing competitively at the tender age of 11, turned pro in 2005.
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