The achievement marks Pakistan’s first medal at the Games and stands as a significant milestone in the country’s growing participation in traditional and martial sports.

Arusha Saeed displayed exceptional skill, strength and determination, competing against some of the top Kurash players of the world and proving her talent on one of the most competitive international stages.

The Pakistan Kurash Team was led by Muhammad Saad as Head Coach with Muhammad Rafique and Shahzaib Nawaz contributing to the athlete’s rigorous training and preparation.

Pakistan’s representative to the International Kurash Association (IKA) Nawab Furqan Khan congratulated Arusha and her coaches along with the entire team on their success. 

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He praised their dedication and emphasized that this medal not only brings pride to Pakistan but also highlights the emerging potential of Pakistani athletes in traditional and martial sports worldwide.

He further added that Arusha’s inspiring performance will encourage young women across Pakistan to pursue their dreams and participate in international sports events with confidence and passion.

For the unversed, Kurash was featured as a demonstration sport at the Islamic Solidarity Games, and its medals will not be included in the official tally

Earlier, Pakistani Boxer Fatima Zahra secured the first medal for Pakistan after qualifying to the semi-finals of women’s 60kg category boxing in the 6th Islamic Solidarity Games held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Fatima delivered a stellar performance and advanced to the semi-finals as she defeated her Algerian opponent, Hamda Melissa, 5-0 in the quarter-final match.