This prestigious event will feature top boxers from
14 countries across various continents
showcasing a diverse and competitive lineup
Sports Reporter
Dubai: The Dubai Sports Council has officially announced the organization of the Arab International Boxing Championship, set to take place on April 30, 2025, at the Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai. This prestigious event will feature top boxers from 14 countries across various continents, showcasing a diverse and competitive lineup.
Press Conference Highlights
The announcement was made during a press conference at the Dubai Sports Council headquarters, where key figures like Ali Omar, Director of the Sports Events Department, Hadi Al-Sudairy, President of the International Arab Boxing Federation, and Hussein Hammou, Director of the Middle East Company organizing the event, spoke.
Key Remarks from Ali Omar
Ali Omar expressed the Dubai Sports Council’s excitement about collaborating with the International Arab Boxing Federation to host this major event. He highlighted the council’s commitment to enhancing partnerships between private and public sectors, both locally and internationally. Omar also emphasized Dubai’s passion for hosting a wide range of international sports championships and noted that over 450 sports events are organized annually by the council. The championship, Omar added, will promote sustainability and set new records, including potential entries in the Guinness Book of Records.
Championship Lineup and Participants
Hadi Al-Sudairy thanked the Dubai Sports Council for its ongoing support and partnership in making the championship possible. The event will feature 16 exciting matches between world-class men and women boxers, including renowned athletes like Dejany Vionnet, Matthew Dalman, Harris Pepper, and Nikola Todorovic. Boxers from 14 countries, including France, Brazil, Italy, Serbia, Bosnia, Armenia, Tunisia, Germany, Belarus, Norway, Algeria, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Spain, will compete in the event. The competition will feature eight different weight categories for men and women. Men will compete in the 60, 66, 72, 76, 82, and 85 kg divisions, while women will compete in the 60 and 63 kg categories.
Sustainability and Future Plans
Hussein Hammou expressed gratitude for the support from the Dubai Sports Council, noting the event’s commitment to sustainability and energy efficiency. This event will be the largest of its kind and will be held annually, aligning with government directives to promote sustainable practices and social responsibility in sports.
