India's MC Mary Kom, who won a historic sixth world title, was adjudged the best pugilist of the 10th World Women's Boxing Championships here. The AIBA panel which chose the Indian as the best among the competitors was a richly deserved honour to the 35-year-old Manipuri, whose endurance, perseverance and the never-say-die attitude is unparallel in history. Speaking at the official press conference, Mary Kom recalled her participation in the New Delhi event held in 2006. "At that time, boxers from fewer countries had participated.

It was not even included in Olympics. Though we won eight medals, four gold included but competition is much tough nowadays and considering the fact, our results here (one gold, a silver and two bronze medals) were great," said Mary. "As for as organization, this one was better than what it was in 2006." Asked to compare the win here with earlier gold medals, the Manipuri said it was difficult to remember. "But this one was very special. I was under pressure and had to change my weight category also. I won my last Worlds gold in 2010 and then the change of weight for Olympics happened. Pressure was something I always felt but don't know how to put this gold alongside the earlier five," she reasoned.