Date with destiny: Saudi Arabia’s first female pro fighter ready to make history on Paul vs. Fury undercard

Riyadh: A new era in Saudi women’s boxing is set to begin on Sunday when a female fighter from the Kingdom makes the first professional debut on the undercard to the Jake Paul vs. Tommy Fury showdown.

Aside from the long-awaited fight where Paul and Fury will finally settle boxing’s biggest grudge match, Ragad Al-Naimi will face off against Perpetual Okaidah under the brights lights in Diriyah.

Ahead of her bout, Al-Naimi said that she is honored to represent her country on home soil and looks forward to competing in such a high-profile event.

Her story is sure to captivate, inspire and pave the way for future women fighters around the Kingdom.

“Being the first Saudi female to compete in an international boxing event gives me a lot of pride. I never thought that I would one day be able to perform on such a big international stage in my home country,” she added.

“Saudi Arabia is a young, vibrant country that supports and cherishes its youth, and I can’t wait to be a part of this by competing on the upcoming card on Feb. 26.”

“I’m confident I will win,” the 28-year-old added. “I’m fully invested in my training, I’ve always wanted to perform at the highest level and I’m determined to prove I can compete on international cards.”

After being introduced to the sport while studying overseas in the US, Al-Naimi’s passion for boxing compelled her to continue training upon her return to the Kingdom.

Although her start came much later than other boxers, Al-Naimi’s professional debut is certain to show emerging talent that anything is possible with the correct application and commitment.

“For me, boxing came by natural instinct,” she said. “Usually fighters start training at a very early age, whereas I began in my early