Mabia Akter Simanta continued her decade-long reign as national champion, achieving a career-best total lift of 210kg at the 18th National Senior Women’s Weightlifting Championship on September 24, 2025. The athlete’s performance at the Captain M.Mansur Ali Handball Stadium marks a new personal record and solidifies her position as Bangladesh‘s top female weightlifter.
Since first claiming the national title in 2013,Mabia has consistently dominated the sport,becoming a symbol of strength and determination for aspiring athletes in Bangladesh. This latest victory,achieved with a 92kg snatch and 118kg clean and jerk,surpasses her previous best of 204kg and signals continued progress as she prepares for international competition.
Mabia first gained national recognition at the 2016 South Asian Games in Guwahati,where a viral video captured her emotional reaction too winning gold. She successfully defended her title at the 2019 South Asian Games in Pokhara, and now sets her sights on the upcoming 14th edition of the Games, scheduled to be held in Pakistan next year.
Earlier in 2025, Mabia competed in the 71kg category at the Asian Championship, demonstrating her versatility and commitment to pushing her boundaries. Her consistent success underscores the growing potential of women’s weightlifting in Bangladesh and inspires future generations of athletes.
