Azim thanks supporters after gruelling Claggett victory

Adam Azim paid tribute to his backers after defeating Steve Claggett in a hard-fought lightweight/" class="internal-link text-bone underline decoration-ash/30 hover:decoration-gold underline-offset-2">light welterweight contest. The British-Pakistani fighter acknowledged the extra work needed to overcome his opponent's strength.

“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 test of his credentials at lightweight/" class="internal-link text-bone underline decoration-ash/30 hover:decoration-gold underline-offset-2">light welterweight. The matchup required a full 12-week training camp focused on handling Claggett's physical style. Azim's corner had flagged the Canadian's durability as the main tactical challenge going into the bout.

What it moves

The win keeps Azim moving forward at lightweight/" class="internal-link text-bone underline decoration-ash/30 hover:decoration-gold underline-offset-2">light welterweight. His post-fight comments suggest the camp viewed Claggett as a step-up opponent who demanded serious preparation. Azim's next move will depend on how the division's sanctioning picture unfolds in the coming weeks.

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