Amir Khan
Boxing Champion
Amir Khan is one of the most talented sportsmen of his generation. A former unified light-welterweight world champion, having held the WBA (later Super) title from 2009 to 2012, and the IBF title in 2011. At a regional level, I held the Commonwealth lightweight title from 2007 to 2008. I also held the WBC Silver welterweight title from 2014 to 2016, and once challenged for a middleweight world title in 2016.
"By the age of eleven I was boxing competitively. It has changed my life and kept me focused"
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He rose to fame as Britain's sole representative in boxing at the 2004 Athens Olympics, winning a silver medal at the age of 17 in the lightweight boxing category. Amir then turned professional in 2005, after which time he won numerous fights and secured sponsorship contracts with Reebok and Harrods. Over the years Amir rode high at the top of his game to a rapturous reception in Britain, Stateside and beyond. Amir remains a remarkably grounded, focused and dedicated individual who has become one of the brightest stars the UK has produced.
WHAT he OFFERS YOU
A true sporting professional Amir draws on his extensive experience to motivate and inspire audiences. He demonstrates how you can reach the top of your trade through sheer will power, commitment and dedication.