Pakistani Boxer Taimoor Khan Wins Vacant WBC Asia Heavyweight Title in Bangkok

Taimoor Khan, an unbeaten pro pugilist from Pakistan, advanced his boxing career by winning the vacant World Boxing Council (WBC) Asia heavyweight belt on Thursday after knocking out Thailand's boxer Panya Chomphoophuang at Space Plus Night Club, RCA Plaza, in Bangkok.

According to information gathered here, the 26-year-old known as "The Diamond Boy" was aggressive from the start, flooring his seasoned opponent in the second round to win the title match labeled as "Explosive Power."

The fight was another presentation of prolific Asian promoter Brico Santig of Highland Boxing Promotions.

Talking to the news on the phone the dedicated rising-star boxer said, he was sure to clinch the title as prior to the fight he was feeling himself spiritually and physically strong enough to exhibit a classy show.

“Thank God I have made my nation proud once again. I had to work really hard for the fight. I’m the first-ever fighter from Pakistan to win such a high-level competition,” he added.

Khan, who has won all his professional bouts now holds a perfect 8-0, 7 KO’s record.