Azim thanks supporters after Claggett win: 'I trained extra hard'

Adam Azim credited his supporters and acknowledged the challenge Steve Claggett posed following his lightweight/" class="internal-link text-bone underline decoration-ash/30 hover:decoration-gold underline-offset-2">light welterweight victory. The unbeaten prospect said the 12-week camp was his toughest yet.

“Thank you for everyone coming down to support me, thank you for the British and Pakistani supporting me. I had to train extra hard for 12 weeks because I knew Steve was very strong.”

— Adam Azim, via BBC Sport

What Adam Azim said

Azim faced Claggett in a lightweight/" class="internal-link text-bone underline decoration-ash/30 hover:decoration-gold underline-offset-2">light welterweight contest that tested his credentials against an experienced opponent. The British-Pakistani fighter went into the bout with growing expectations on his shoulders. Claggett brought a reputation for durability and physicality to the ring.

What it moves

Azim's comments point to a tougher-than-expected night against Claggett's strength. The victory keeps his unbeaten run intact but suggests future opponents will target his stamina over longer fights. His next move in the lightweight/" class="internal-link text-bone underline decoration-ash/30 hover:decoration-gold underline-offset-2">light welterweight division remains unclear.

Source: bbc.com. Full Adam Azim fight history and recent news at boxingnews.com.