Md Azahar crowned new WBC India Champion

It was supposed to have been an easy walk in the park win for Dharamvir, as prior to this fight, Azahar was ranked 7th in the division and Dharamvir Singh was ranked at No 3. All of that changed in a matter of 32 minutes of pure boxing at Gurgaon. Azahar, won a unanimous points decision at the end of 8 gruelling rounds.

As if on cue, 25-year-old Azahar lost the 1st round on all 3 judges’ cards but went on to win the next 7 rounds convincingly to become the first ever Indian National champion in the Super Featherweight division.
The judges scored the fight 79-72, 76-75 and 79-72 in Azahar’s favor.

Azhar, proved to be the better technical fighter before a partisan crowd. He, now has an record of 5 Wins and 5 losses with 4 Kos to his name.
“I was comfortable, just sticking to doing what I do best,” Azahar said. “The game plan was to hit and not get hit. I fought a good smart fight. He couldn’t hit me with any of his best shots.”
Dharamvir, now has a record of 7 wins and 4 losses. His previous loss had come over 3 years back before the Covid 19 pandemic derailed the best laid boxing plans.