Historic Gold: Afghan Athlete Mohammad Yousuf Jahangir Triumphs in Muay Thai

Mohammad Yousuf Jahangir, an Afghan athlete, made history by winning a gold medal in the Muay Thai category (over 70 kg) at the Islamic Solidarity Games in Riyadh. He became the first Afghan athlete ever to secure a gold medal in the history of these games.

Victory Over Turkish Opponent in Riyadh

Mohammad Yousuf Jahangir, a commendable Afghan athlete, achieved a significant milestone by capturing the gold medal in the Muay Thai (kickboxing) category at the Islamic Solidarity Games currently taking place in Saudi Arabia.

In a crucial match in the over 70 kg weight category, Jahangir defeated his formidable Turkish rival, Mehmet Ali Merc, cementing Afghanistan’s name in the annals of these games. The final bout between the two athletes took place last night in Riyadh as part of the Islamic Solidarity competition.

Establishing a Place in the Medal Table

Jahangir’s gold medal is a historic accomplishment, as he is the first Afghan athlete to win a gold medal in the Islamic Solidarity Games. With this solitary gold medal, Afghanistan has secured the 20th position in the overall medal table of the event.

It is noteworthy that the Islamic Solidarity Games of 2025 will be held from November 4th to 21st, with participation from approximately 57 Islamic countries.

Comparison with Regional Sports Delegations

According to reports, Turkey leads the medal standings with a total of 105 medals, including 58 golds.

Afghanistan sent around 69 athletes to participate in various sports such as boxing, taekwondo, volleyball, and judo. So far, aside from Mohammad Yousuf Jahangir’s achievement, there have been no other significant outcomes from the Afghan delegation.