On Tuesday, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif presented a cheque of Rs 5 million to Khair Muhammad, the father of international MMA fighter Shahzaib Rind. This award was in recognition of Shahzaib’s remarkable achievements in elevating Pakistan’s image in global sports.
The cheque was formally handed over during a meeting between Khair Muhammad and the Prime Minister at the PM Office. The gesture comes as a token of appreciation for Shahzaib Rind’s outstanding contributions to the world of mixed martial arts.
In his remarks, PM Shehbaz Sharif praised Shahzaib’s success on the international stage and wished him the best for his future endeavors. This recognition is significant, especially after recent criticism of the government for delays in fulfilling promises made to the athlete.
Shahzaib Rind had publicly expressed his disappointment over the delay, prompting the Prime Minister to personally address the situation.
Following this, Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Attaullah Tarar, issued a public apology, explaining that the delay was due to “miscommunication.”
“We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused and reaffirm our commitment to Shahzaib Rind,” said Tarar. He also assured that the Prime Minister had taken “serious notice” of the issue and instructed authorities to resolve it promptly.
Shahzaib Rind’s remarkable achievements in the world of sports have earned him global recognition. In 2024, he made history by becoming Pakistan’s first-ever world champion in Karate Combat after defeating Brazil’s Bruno Roberto De Assis in the KC-49 final in Singapore.
Additionally, Shahzaib is a six-time national Wushu champion and has previously secured the Combat League title in the United States.
The financial reward and the government’s acknowledgment of Shahzaib Rind’s dedication to the sport highlight Pakistan’s recognition of its athletes on the world stage.
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