I was treated like an insect ..so I became a champion

How Maaz turned the tables on school bullies and racists

- By EMILY CARUBIA

A MAN was “treated like an insect” in school until his dad suggested he take up a new hobby.

Maaz Bin Saud, from Wavertree, is now a professional boxer with his sights set on global success.

The 25-year-old’s journey began at just eight years old, when his dad introduced him to kickboxing.

What started as a confidence-building activity quickly turned into a true passion. Between the ages of nine and 13, Maaz competed in both kickboxing and boxing, before fully dedicating himself to boxing at 13.

His amateur career was nothing short of spectacular, with Maaz becoming a five-time World Kickboxing Champion. He also claimed titles as National Amateur Champion, Regional Champion, MTK Champion, and Manchester Boxcup Champion.