Bano Kousar secured a gold medal for Pakistan in the women’s 48-kilogram contact ju-jitsu category at the 2025 Asian Ju-Jitsu Championship, held in Amman, Jordan.
In Asian Ju-Jitsu Championship 2025 Bano Kousar defeated India’s Richa Sharma in a close final, marking a significant moment for Pakistan in the tournament.
Kousar’s victory on Day 3 was a highlight for Pakistani athletes competing globally. Pakistan had a successful outing overall at the Championship, securing a total of six medals across different categories. one gold, two silver, and three bronze.
The tournament featured over 800 athletes from 27 countries, where Pakistan’s team delivered impressive performances.
On the final day, Muhammad Yousuf and Umar Yaseen won silver medals in the U21 Duo and Show Men categories, narrowly losing to Thailand in the final after beating Vietnam in the semi-final. This is a notable accomplishment for Yousuf and Yaseen, who previously won gold in the U18 category at the 2024 championship.
M. Ali Rashid and M. Yousuf Ali contributed a bronze medal in the Duo and Show Men category. Additionally, Isra Waseem and Kainat Arif each secured bronze medals in the Duo and Show Women categories, rounding out Pakistan’s medal haul.
Khalil Ahmed Khan, Chairman of the Pakistan Jiu-Jitsu Federation, expressed immense pride in the team’s performance.
He stated, “These medals are not just accolades—they are proof that Pakistani jiu-jitsu athletes meet international standards. We are proud of our athletes, coaches and support staff who worked tirelessly to achieve this success.”
Khalil Ahmed Khan extended his best wishes for all the participants to get huge success in next competitions.
