South Africans Cheer for Young Schoolgirl's Impressive Boxing Skills in Viral Video

• A young schoolgirl impressed online users with her boxing skills in a viral video, showcasing her confidence and technique in a friendly match
• The learner's sharp movements and fearless punches earned admiration from both the crowd and netizens, who praised her natural talent for the sport
• The video sparked conversations about promoting sports like boxing in schools and highlights the importance of young women confidently participating in male-dominated spaces

A young schoolgirl has captured the admiration of Mzansi after a video of her boxing skills during a school challenge went viral on social media.

The clip, filmed inside a packed school hall, shows the learner taking on a male opponent in what appeared to be a friendly boxing match. In the video shared by Facebook user Siyathemba Shev Gqagqane Halana, the young girl can be seen dressed in her school uniform, which was a dress, black shoes, and socks.

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She stood confidently in the ring, unfazed by the challenge before her. Her opponent, dressed in casual clothing, seemed prepared, but it was the young girl’s sharp movements and fearless punches that stole the spotlight. The crowd of learners erupted with excitement as the bout unfolded, cheering loudly at every exchange.

What impressed viewers most was the learner’s composure and technique. Despite the casual setting, she demonstrated quick reflexes, strong footwork, and impressive control. Each time her opponent tried to advance, she responded with precision, leaving many convinced that she had natural talent for the sport.

The social media user Siyathemba Shev Gqagqane Halana's video, which was shared on 21 August 2025, quickly spread across the internet, where South Africans flooded the comments with praise. While others highlighted how refreshing it was to see young women confidently stepping into spaces often dominated by men.

The moment not only entertained but also sparked conversations about promoting sports such as boxing in schools.

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SA is impressed by the girl's boxing skills

South Africans took to the comments section to rave over the young girl's boxing skills, saying:

Miliswa Ntumba

"Simanga. You go, girl. Uyaqhekeza qh."

Oscar Maliti added:

"Next world champ."

Yoshy Ntlabati expressed:

"If ndimncinci ndimngaka ndomelele" was a person sana."

Sifungo Sikeyi commented:

"Angali libali I holo ulilungisa xa e wine I world title bra uya apho lo ayixoxisi."

Babalo Halana replied:

"Ezi laaitie zingathathi chance."

Sondele Mehluko inquired:

"This looks like Zwelitsha community hall, Shev?"

Watch the video below of a young girl boxing in her school uniform:

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Source: Briefly News