Laura Akram Makes History: First Pakistani Woman to Win World Boxing Medal

By Aqsa
June 14, 2025
Reading Time: 6 mins

Did you know Pakistan has its first world-level women boxing medalist?

In a historic moment for Pakistani sports, British-Pakistani boxer Laura Akram has won the country first-ever medal in elite women boxing at the World Boxing Challenge in the Czech Republic.

The 39-year-old fighter dominated her quarterfinal match, guaranteeing at least a bronze medal—a groundbreaking achievement for Pakistan female athletes.

How Laura Akram Made History

A Landmark Victory

Akram, competing in the 57kg category, defeated Palestine Noura Salman with a 5-0 unanimous decision. This win secured her a spot in the semifinals, ensuring Pakistan first world-level women boxing medal.

Since Olympic-style boxing awards medals to all semifinalists, Akram is now guaranteed at least bronze, with a chance to upgrade to silver or gold.

Breaking Barriers in Women Boxing

Pakistan has had male boxing medalists before (like Noman Karim in 2003), but Akram is the first woman to achieve this feat. Her success brings hope to young Pakistani girls dreaming of sports careers.

“This is just the beginning. I want to inspire more women to step into the ring.” — Laura Akram

Laura Akram Boxing Journey

Key Milestones	Details
National Champion	Won Pakistan National Boxing Championship in Karachi.
International Debut (2023)	Started representing Pakistan in global competitions.
World Boxing Challenge (2024)	First Pakistani woman to win a world-level medal.
Upcoming Events	World Boxing Cup (Kazakhstan) & 2025 World Championships (Liverpool).

Akram, a dual British-Pakistani citizen, chose to fight for Pakistan, saying she wanted to “put Pakistani women boxing on the map.”

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What Next for Laura Akram?

Semifinal Showdown vs. Mongolia
Akram next fight is against Michidmaa Erdenedalai (Mongolia). A win would take her to the finals, where she could compete for gold.
Future Tournaments
After this event, Akram will prepare for:
- World Boxing Cup (Astana, Kazakhstan)– June 30 to July 6, 2024.
- 2025 World Championships (Liverpool, UK)– A major step toward Olympic qualification.

Why This Win Matters for Pakistan

First-ever women boxing medalat a world-level event.
Inspires young female athletesin a male-dominated sports culture.
Boosts Pakistan global boxing reputationahead of future tournaments.

FAQs: Quick Facts About Laura Akram Achievement

Q: Who is Laura Akram?

A: A British-Pakistani boxer who chose to represent Pakistan in 2023. She is now the first Pakistani woman to win a world-level boxing medal.

Q: What tournament did Laura Akram win a medal in?

A: The World Boxing Challenge (part of the Grand Prix Ústí nad Labem in the Czech Republic).

Q: Has Pakistan ever won a boxing medal before?

A: Yes, but only in men boxing (Noman Karim, 2003). Akram is the first woman to achieve this.

Q: What next for Laura Akram?

A: She will fight in the World Boxing Cup (Kazakhstan) and 2025 World Championships (Liverpool).

A New Era for Pakistani Women Boxing

Laura Akram success is more than just a medal—it’s a symbol of progress for women in sports. As she prepares for bigger challenges, her journey could inspire a new generation of Pakistani female athletes.

Will she bring home gold next? The world is watching.

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Aqsa

Aqsa is a passionate entertainment writer at CrystalPakistan.com, specializing in the latest movies, TV shows, celebrity news, and pop culture trends. With a knack for insightful analysis and a love for storytelling, she brings readers fresh takes on everything from viral moments to red carpet highlights. Whether it's breaking news or behind-the-scenes scoops, Aqsa keeps her audience informed and entertained.Follow CrystalPakistan Entertainment on social media for updates that are as exciting as your favorite binge-worthy series!

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