Hooda dedicates WABA title win to Fiji fans
Indian boxer says support from Fiji fans inspired her to victory over Laite Nanovu in the WABA light flyweight title fight.
Wednesday 11 November 2026 | 12:00
India’s Aarti Hooda (left) evades Laite Nanovu’s punch during their fight in Suva on November 7, 2026.
Photo: Leon Lord
Newly crowned World Alliance Boxing Association (WABA) women’s light flyweight champion Aarti Hooda has dedicated her victory to her supporters in Fiji.
“I felt the love and this win is for you all,” she said.
Hooda travelled from India to face Laite Nanovu, defeating her on points after a gruelling 10-round bout.
“I’m grateful to my family and manager, Neeraj Redhu, for supporting me,” she said.
“It was my second time fighting Laite, and I had a good opportunity to win this match because of the hard work I have put in after a very long time.”
