Pakistan team confirmed for Asian Jiu-Jitsu Championship

Six skilled players from Pakistan will represent across various categories

April 29, 2024
The Asian Championship is slated to unfold in Abu Dhabi from May 3 to 8. - AUTHOR

LAHORE: The Pakistan team has been officially announced to compete in the upcoming Asian Jiu-Jitsu Championship scheduled to take place in Abu Dhabi next month.

Six skilled players from Pakistan will represent across various categories in the eighth edition of the highly anticipated event.

Confirmed by the Pakistan Jiu-Jitsu Federation, the Asian Championship is slated to unfold in Abu Dhabi from May 3 to 8, hosting a display of exceptional talent from across the continent.

Pakistan's contingent will feature participants across different age categories.

In the senior category, the team will boast the talents of Muhammad Ammar, Isra Wasim, and Kainat Arif, each prepared to compete at the highest level.

Meanwhile, in the Under-18 category, Muhammad Yusuf Ali and Umar Yasin will carry Pakistan's flag, with Hamad Balushi stepping up for the Under-16 category, representing the nation's promising young talent.

Additionally, Dilawar Khan Sinan and Abu Harira will engage in the Asian Referee Seminar and Examination.

Leading the charge, Tariq Ali, the General Secretary of the Pakistan Jiu-Jitsu Federation, will helm the national team, also serving as Pakistan's delegate to the General Assembly of the Jiu-Jitsu Asian Union.

With high hopes and expectations, the president of the Pakistan Jiu-Jitsu Federation has expressed confidence in the team's capabilities, anticipating a stellar performance and a memorable showing for Pakistan on the championship stage.

Faizan Lakhani is Deputy Editor (Sports) at Geo News.