British light-welterweight Olympic gold medallist and world champion whose hand speed, fluid movement and big-fight performances made him a genuine star both inside and outside the ring.
Amir Khan is a British boxing icon, an Olympic silver medallist at Athens 2004 who went on to become a two-weight world champion and one of Britain's most celebrated sports stars. Known for his exceptional hand speed — among the fastest in boxing — and aggressive fighting style, Khan has faced some of the sport's greatest fighters including Floyd Mayweather, Canelo Álvarez, and Manny Pacquiao. His philanthropic work and global profile have made him one of British sport's most prominent figures.
Olympic silver medal and world light-welterweight champion
How They Played
Fast, aggressive southpaw with exceptional hand speed
Lasting Impact
One of Britain's most successful professional boxers, inspiring many young British-Pakistani fighters