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A star-studded international boxing championship lit up Longsheng's ethnic sports stadium on July 26. Eighteen boxers representing China, Russia, Iran, and others competed in a showcase of strength and skill, drawing thunderous cheers from the crowded audience.
The matches are full of excitement. [Photo/Guilin Daily]
The event featured eight men's weight classes from 60 to 88 kilograms, along with a women's 60-kg match. Key bouts featured China's leading fighter Ji Zhize facing Iran's undefeated international champion Ali Zarinfar, and an exciting women's heavyweight fight between an Iranian titleholder and a well-known Chinese Sanda athlete. A major upset occurred when a promising young Chinese challenger defeated a Russian veteran champion.
Fighters demonstrated lightning-fast punches and precise kicks, with intense exchanges and strategic skill - overseen by strict referees - highlighting the raw beauty of combat sports. "Longshen's pristine nature offers such mental clarity," said China's Pan Shaowei, whose outstanding performance received enthusiastic applause.
Livestreamed nationwide, the event combined high-stakes sports with engaging fan interactions. It supports Longsheng's "sports plus tourism" strategy, building on previous successes such as ethnic sports meets to promote local tourism and stimulate the county's economy.
