BOXING
Aiman wants to take Jalur Gemilang to Las Vegas
After having his first bout in Malaysia, Aiman Abu Bakar's next goal is to take the Jalur Gemilang flag to the boxing capital of the world, Las Vegas.
The 26-year-old professional boxer, who fought in the Philippines for the past four years, was part of the undercard of the Fight of Champions between Manny Pacquiao and Lucas Matthysse at the Axiata Arena on Sunday.
In a four-round featherweight bout, he defeated Indonesia's Abdi by a split decision to extend his career record to 8-0 (three KOs).
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After proving his mettle to local fans with the victory, Aiman aimed to fight in Las Vegas, considered as the Mecca of world boxing.
"I am very happy that all my hard work and sacrifice paid off in front of Malaysian fans.
"This fight was my stepping stone for bigger and better things, so I wanted to show the Malaysian fans what I am all about.
"My next aim is Las Vegas, for sure," he said in a post-fight press conference.
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