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Pakistan’s Fatima Zehra Wins Historic Commonwealth Games Boxing Bronze

Pakistan’s rising boxing star Fatima Zehra created history by becoming the first Pakistani woman to win a medal in boxing at the Commonwealth Games, securing a bronze medal in the women’s 60kg category after an impressive campaign in Glasgow.

The 22-year-old boxer from Sargodha delivered a remarkable performance throughout the tournament, earning Pakistan a historic podium finish in women’s boxing. Her journey ended in the semi-finals, where she was defeated by Canada’s Marie-Bathoul Al-Ahmadieh, but reaching the last four guaranteed her a bronze medal under Commonwealth Games boxing rules.

Earlier in the competition, Fatima booked her place in the semi-finals after defeating New Zealand’s Jordan Wilson in the quarter-finals, showcasing exceptional skill and determination against a strong international field.


According to media reports, the Canadian boxer dominated the opening round of the semi-final, and the referee stopped the contest in the second round, officially awarding Fatima Zehra the bronze medal.

Speaking after her historic achievement, Fatima expressed pride in becoming Pakistan’s first female Commonwealth Games boxing medalist. However, she also believed she had the ability to compete for gold if she had received the same level of training facilities, international exposure, and resources as many of her competitors.

“I am happy to become the first Pakistani woman boxer to win a medal at the Commonwealth Games. The competition was extremely tough. Almost all my rivals had been training in the United States,” Fatima said after the event.

She added that while her primary objective before traveling to Glasgow was to secure a medal for Pakistan, she had also hoped to reach the final and fight for the gold medal.

Sports analysts have described Fatima Zehra’s achievement as a landmark moment for women’s sports in Pakistan. Her historic bronze medal is expected to inspire a new generation of female athletes and strengthen the development of women’s boxing across the country.

The accomplishment has been widely celebrated as a significant milestone for Pakistani sports, highlighting both the talent of the country’s athletes and the need for greater investment in modern training facilities and international competition exposure.

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