The IBA Women’s World Boxing Championships in Niš witnessed an intense competition as ten nations secured their spots in the finals. Among the standout performances were from hosts Serbia and Uzbekistan, both reaching the finals for the first time in their history.
An emotional highlight of the event was the success of Irish sisters Aoife and Lisa O’Rourke, who both advanced to the finals, making history as the first pair of sisters to achieve this feat at the IBA World Championships. Aoife O’Rourke displayed exceptional skill in defeating Nikolina Gajic of Serbia in the 75kg category, securing a unanimous decision victory. Her sister, Lisa O’Rourke, also showcased her determination by overcoming Natalya Bogdanova of Kazakhstan in a closely contested 70kg semi-final.
The finals promise exciting matchups, including a rematch between Aoife O’Rourke and Russian Anastasiia Shamonova, setting the stage for a thrilling showdown. Additionally, Elena Gapeshina of Russia and Alua Balkibekova of Kazakhstan are among the contenders aiming for their first World titles in their respective weight categories.
The 52kg final will witness a clash of champions as DPR Korea’s Pang Chol Mi, a former World champion, faces off against Buse Naz Cakiroglu of Türkiye, the reigning World champion. The competition also saw strong performances from other contenders like Andela Brankovic of Serbia and Nune Asatrian of Russia, who are determined to secure victory in their respective weight classes.
Notable victories include those of Thai boxer Thananya Somnuek and Turkish athlete Busenaz Surmeneli, who displayed dominance in their semi-final bouts. The competition also saw impressive displays from Saltanat Medenova of Russia and Busra Isildar of Türkiye, who secured their places in the finals with convincing wins.
The IBA Women’s World Boxing Championships 2025 has been a platform for exceptional talent and fierce competition, with athletes from diverse nations showcasing their skills and determination. As the finals approach, anticipation is high for thrilling matchups and the crowning of new World champions. Fans can catch all the action live on the IBA YouTube channel, with updates available on the IBA website and Flickr channel.
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