British boxer Amir Khan has expressed that he "would love" to fight for Pakistan at the Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro.
According to media reports, Khan said he has roots in Pakistan and wants to serve the country. "I will be very happy if I can compete in Olympics. I want to serve Pakistan," said Khan, who has been scouting boxing talent in the country for the last few years”.
He added, “It will help boxers and if I am permitted as per rules and from my promoter then I would love to compete for Pakistan.”
Khan's comments came after the International Boxing Association (AIBA) announced on Wednesday that professional boxers would be allowed to compete in Brazil this summer.
Khan, born and raised in Bolton, England, won a silver medal in the lightweight category of the 2004 Athens Olympics before turning professional a year later.
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