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Al Jazeera
2026-06-05
Karachi's Lyari district defies stereotypes to become a boxing haven
Once stereotyped as a 'gangland' in Bollywood portrayals, Karachi's Lyari district is now a vibrant hub for boxing, with a coach empowering girls to challenge traditional norms.
Food, football and history mingle in Karachi's oldest settlement. And a boxing coach teaches girls to defy stereotypes.