DUBAI: Indian boxer Faizan Anwar clinched the WBA (World Boxing Association) Intercontinental Championship after defeating Russian contender Khuseyn Baysangurov by split decision (SD) in a well-fought 10-round professional bout at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium, according to a release.

The 24-year-old from Kolkata produced a controlled and disciplined performance against Baysangurov, who entered the contest with a record of 25 wins and one loss and had remained unbeaten since 2018. Over the course of 10 rounds, Faizan’s sharp combinations and sustained pressure visibly damaged the left side of Baysangurov’s face, underlining his effectiveness across the rounds.

The bout was part of a major professional boxing event organised by IBA Professional and featured fighters from several coun

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