Abbas brings further glory to Pakistan after winning gold in the 2006 South Asian Games in Sri Lanka. -Photo by APP

LAHORE Pakistan's Saadi Abbas has won gold medal in the below 67kg category at the Commonwealth Karate Championship in Johannesburg, South Africa, a Pakistan Karate Federation media release said.

Saadi, who belongs to Karachi and represent Wapda in the national events, also claimed gold medal in the South Asian Games 2006 in Sri Lanka.

Saadi Abbas defeated a South African opponent in the 67 kg final to kiss the gold, the first ever medal which Pakistan have secured at this level.

Abbas was the only player who represented Pakistan in the mega event. He was assisted by a South African coach of Pakistani origin during the competitions which concluded last night.

Wapda has announced cash award and promotion for Saadi.