Bano Qauser wins gold medal at Asian Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2025

Pakistan’s Bano Kousar clinched gold in the women’s 48-kilogram contact ju-jitsu category at the 2025 Asian Ju-Jitsu Championship, held in Amman, Jordan.

Kousar triumphed over India’s Richa Sharma in a closely contested final, marking a standout moment for Pakistan in the tournament.

Kousar’s victory on Day 3 of the competition was a highlight for Pakistani athletes competing in sporting competition across the world.

Pakistan had a successful outing overall at the Championship, securing a total of six medals across different categories.

The tournament, which featured over 800 athletes from 27 countries, saw Pakistan’s athletes deliver impressive performances, earning one gold, two silver, and three bronze medals.

On the final day of the competition, Muhammad Yousuf and Umar Yaseen clinched silver medals in the U21 Duo and Show Men categories.

The duo narrowly lost to Thailand in the final, after defeating Vietnam in the semi-final.

This achievement marks a significant milestone for Yousuf and Yaseen, who had previously won gold in the U18 category at the 2024 championship.

M. Ali Rashid and M. Yousuf Ali also contributed to the medal tally, earning a bronze in the Duo and Show Men category.

Isra Waseem and Kainat Arif rounded off the medal haul for Pakistan, each winning bronze medals in the Duo and Show Women categories.

Chairman of the Pakistan Jiu-Jitsu Federation, Khalil Ahmed Khan, expressed his pride in the team’s performance.

"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," he said.